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Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR)

DCR manages state parks and oversees more than 450,000 acres throughout Massachusetts. It protects, promotes, and enhances the state’s natural, cultural, and recreational resources.

Quick links

mt greylock tower
Mount Greylock State Reservation 
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Visit Massachusetts State Parks 
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DCR Programs & Events 
houghton's pond trail sign
Go Green on Black Friday Family Hikes 
ice skates
DCR Ice Skating Rink Schedule 

Contact Us

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Address

Main Office
251 Causeway Street, 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02114
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Phone

Main Office (617) 626-1250

Open M-F 9am-5pm

Online

mass.parks@mass.gov
DCR Public Records Request 
DCR Office Address and Phone Listing 
DCR Stewardship Council 

Who we serve

The health and happiness of people across Massachusetts depends on the accessibility and quality of our natural resources, recreational facilities, and great historic landscapes. DCR continues to improve the vital connection between people and the environment.

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Our Organizations

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Top actions & services

Visit Massachusetts State Parks  Fall Foliage Season in the Parks  Guide to Parking at State Parks 

More actions & services

Department of Conservation and Recreation Permits  DCR Public Meetings Information  DCR Projects 

Recent news & announcements

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Image credits:  Moore State Park Waterfall/Kindra Clineff
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