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Mendon Ponds Park

New York (Upstate / Catskills) · County Park (Monroe County) · Park · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalGrills provided on site
On the waterFishing · Boat launch
Things to doHiking · Biking · Playground+1 more
AccessOpen to allOpen to all; no county residency requirement.

About this place

Largest Monroe County park (2,500 acres) of glacially formed ponds and kettle woodlands near Honeoye Falls; six lodges and seven shelters each include a grill.

Good to know

FishingLicense Fishing is allowed in Mendon Ponds Park as long as those fishing are following NYS Department of Environmental Conservation guidelines and rules and have the required licenses.
DogsLeash All pets must be leashed and you are responsible for cleaning up after them. However, no pets, horses, or cross country skiing are allowed on the Bird Song and Swamp nature trails.

Hours

  • open daily

What's here

Provided grills
Picnic tables
Pavilion
Playground
Restrooms
Parking
Hiking
Biking
Boat launch
Nature center

Location

Mendon Ponds Park
RegionNew York (Upstate / Catskills)
Coordinates43.0165° N, 77.5663° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Mendon Ponds Park?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Mendon Ponds Park. Grills are already provided on site. 6 enclosed lodges (4-burner stovetop, wood stove, grill) and 7 open-air shelters (each with a grill) reservable via Monroe County Parks. Propane/volatile-fuel devices prohibited inside enclosed lodges per County Parks Law §323-4A(7); cooking otherwise restricted to designated areas per §323-21A(2). Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

6 enclosed lodges (4-burner stovetop, wood stove, grill) and 7 open-air shelters (each with a grill) reservable via Monroe County Parks. Propane/volatile-fuel devices prohibited inside enclosed lodges per County Parks Law §323-4A(7); cooking otherwise restricted to designated areas per §323-21A(2).

Are dogs allowed?

All pets must be leashed and you are responsible for cleaning up after them. However, no pets, horses, or cross country skiing are allowed on the Bird Song and Swamp nature trails.

What are the hours at Mendon Ponds Park?

open daily.

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