Park Management
Working in Partnership
The Esplanade Association is a dynamic and collaborative organization that works as a primary partner with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to ensure the Charles River Esplanade is a world class park.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
The DCR is steward of one of the largest state parks systems in the country. Its 450,000 acres is made up of forests, parks, greenways, historic sites and landscapes, seashores, lakes, ponds, reservoirs and watersheds. To find out more visit DCR’s website.
DCR Mission
To protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources.
Contact DCR:
Department of Conservation and Recreation
251 Causeway Street, Suite 900
Boston, MA 02114-2104
DCR Main Phone: 617-626-1250
DCR Main Fax: 617-626-1351
E-Mail: mass.parks@state.ma.us
