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Department of Conservation & Recreation
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Parks & Recreation

Visit Massachusetts State Parks

Ready to explore the great outdoors? Check out Massachusetts state parks.

The Massachusetts state parks system features locations for all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to camp under the stars, hike a mountain, or fish for trout, there's something for you. Here, you can learn about our beaches, wooded parks, reservations, reservoirs, and more.

View transcript Find yourself in a DCR Park 

First time? Start here.

Guide:
Visiting Massachusetts State Parks Guide 

What would you like to do?

Top tasks

Guide to Recreation in State Parks 
Reserve a campsite 

All other tasks

Apply for a state parks special event permit 
Get a parking pass for Massachusetts state parks 
Pay a Department of Conservation and Recreation parking ticket 

What you need to know

Find park events and programs 
Weddings at state parks 
Accessible Recreation 
DCR agency regulations 
Dogs in DCR parks 
Scenic Viewing Areas 

Locations

Find a park near you

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Additional Resources

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