Short Loop: Stone Family Cemetery

Stone Family Cemetery

Stephen Girimont

The short loop to the Stone Family Cemetery is one segment of the larger nature trail system. This trail leads to the burial site of Thomas Stone, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and his family. It is a 1/2 mile, easy, round trip stroll.

Details

Duration

10-15 Minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Distance: 1/2 mile round trip

Activity

Hiking

The trail starts at the rear entrance to the park Visitor Center and covers approximately 400 yards one way to the Stone Family Cemetery where Thoas Stone, his wife, Margaret, and seven other Stone family members were interred from 1787-1913. Four small markers outside the fenced area mark the outline of a potential second cemetery although further research needs to be conducted. 

Age(s)

All ages, but minors should be with an adult parent or guardian. 

Pets Allowed

Yes

Be sure to check out information on having pets in the park. 

Activity Fee

No

There is no fee to visiting Thomas Stone National Historic Site. 

Location

Visitor Center to Stone Family Cemetery Trail Segment

The trail starts at the rear entrance to the park Visitor Center and covers approximately 400 yards one way to the Stone Family Cemetery where Thomas Stone, his wife, Margaret, and seven other Stone family members were interred from 1787-1913. Four small markers outside the fenced area mark the outline of a potential second cemetery although further research needs to be conducted.

Reservations

No

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Thomas Stone National Histoic Site is closed for the winter months. Check out the operating hours and seasons before arriving to the park. 

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

Thomas Stone National Historic Site:

• Parking: one accessible space at the Visitor Center and one at the Mansion 
• Visitor Center Entrance: Front and side doors to Visitor Center open outwards. A button can be pushed to automatically open or it can be manually opened. 
• Nature Trail System: A variety of surfaces are on different trails. Surfaces consist of boardwalk, loose gravel, grass, and dirt. The trail segment from the Visitor Center to the Stone Family Cemetery is the most accessible trail.
• Restrooms: Men's and Women's both wheelchair accessible. 

Check out the weather, operating hours and seasons, and directions to the park when planning your trip to Thomas Stone National Historic Site.

Learn more about the Stone Family Cemetery.