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Department of Conservation and Recreation Permits

You can get short-term and long-term permits to do a variety of activities in state parks.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) issues short-term and long-term permits for a variety of activities at parks, beaches, forests, and reservations. These activities include 1-day walkathons, construction projects, 5-year commercial agreements, and more. Some permits are awarded through a competitive bidding process, and others you need to request.

What would you like to do?

Top tasks

Applying for an online construction access permit and notifying for a construction emergency   Applying for temporary road access and moving permits  

All other tasks

Apply for a photography or film/video production permit  Apply for a research permit  Athletic field scheduling request  Apply for a special events permit  Small Cell License  Apply for a commercial dog walking permit 

What you need to know

Learn about watershed permits  Learn about concession permits offered by DCR – Request for Proposals  Learn about dam safety permits  Group Day Use 
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