Two kids running in the snow. We all need nature—and nature needs you. Together, we can protect the wildlife and wild lands of Massachusetts for generations to come. Make a tax-deductible donation today.
Two kids running in the snow. We all need nature—and nature needs you. Together, we can protect the wildlife and wild lands of Massachusetts for generations to come. Make a tax-deductible donation today.
wood and metal boadwalk over water
Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Norfolk

Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary

  • Norfolk
  • 107 Acres

Plan Your Visit

Known for its extensive boardwalk system that goes through forest, fields, and wetlands, Stony Brook offers up-close views of wildlife above and under the water. Located adjacent to the 140-acre Bristol Blake State Reservation, it's cooperatively managed with the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Directions to Stony Brook
Hours
Nature Center
  • Wednesday-Sunday
  • 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Trails
  • Daily
  • dawn to dusk
  • 2 miles
  • 2,000 feet
See Trail Maps

Connect with Stony Brook

Property Regulations

  • Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
  • Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
  • Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
  • Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.

Facilities

  • Parking
    Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station
    Electric Vehicle Charging Station
  • Restrooms, Universally Accessible
    Restrooms, Universally Accessible
  • Trail, Universally Accessible
    Trail, Universally Accessible
  • Picnic Tables
    Picnic Tables
  • Nature Center/Museum, Universally Accessible
    Nature Center/Museum, Universally Accessible

Explore Stony Brook

  • Person sitting on rocks by the lake in fall at Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
    Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
  • All Persons Trail at Stony Brook
  • Snowy trail at Stony Brook
    Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Norfolk
  • Great Blue Heron at Stony Brook in Fall
    Great Blue Heron at Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Norfolk
  • Small boardwalk at Stony Brook through forest
    Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Norfolk
  • River otter poking out of the water at Stony Brook
    © James Raggiani

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