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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?

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Apply for a special events permit 
Apply for a photography or film/vedeo production permit 

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Apply for a research permit 

What you need to know

Learn about watershed and reservoir permits 
Learn about construction and vehicular access permits 
Find out about concession permits offered by DCR – Request for Proposals 
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