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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.

COVID-19 UPDATE

In an effort to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Baker-Polito Administration is urging the public to stay home as much as possible to avoid person-to-person contact. However, should individuals and their families need to get outside for healthy, outdoor recreational activity, Massachusetts state parks and other natural resources managed by DCR, such as trails, beaches, reservations, and forests, remain open and accessible to the public

How to Visit State Parks during Covid-19 Safely and Responsibly

For more information about the agency’s efforts during this public health emergency, please visit the Massachusetts State Parks COVID-19 UPDATE

Contact Us

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Address

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

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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Top actions & services

Massachusetts State Parks COVID - 19 Update  Find a Park  Fall Foliage in the parks 

More actions & services

Visit Massachusetts State Parks  Department of Conservation and Recreation Permits  DCR Public Meetings Information  DCR Projects 

Recent news & announcements

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Upcoming Events

  • DCR Stewardship Council Meeting 11/12/2020 

    Zoom Meeting, Boston, MA 02114
    Thursday, November 12, 2020
    9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
    The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Stewardship Council is a thirteen member citizen advisory council appointed by the Governor.

  • DCR Stewardship Council Meeting 12/10/2020 

    Zoom Meeting, Boston, MA 02114
    Thursday, December 10, 2020
    9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
    The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Stewardship Council is a thirteen member citizen advisory council appointed by the Governor.
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