Downeast Coastal Conservancy conserves essential ecological habitats, engages the local community, and fosters an environment where wildlife and people thrive in coastal Washington County, Maine.
DCC Trails
We offer public access hiking trails on 12 of our conservation areas. These trails cover a splendid variety of settings including coastal islands, water trails, riverside walks, beaches, and mountains on the sea.
Events
Maine Outdoor Film Fest Selects Tour at Milbridge Theatre!
August 1 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pmVining Lake Paddle
August 22 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pmMoss and Lichen Workshop at Ingersoll Point Preserve
August 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Support Our Mission
We need your help to continue protecting special places in coastal Washington County. Join our efforts working to protect the land we all love.
Latest News
Edmunds school students build own outdoor classroom
In collaboration with the Downeast Coastal Conservancy (DCC), the students and staff at Edmunds Consolidated School (ECS) have developed their first outdoor classroom. Consisting of a trail that winds through an upload conifer forest and travels 500 feet along the Dennys River, the project provides both terrestrial and aquatic learning opportunities to the school’s students.
Downeast Coastal Conservancy Names New Executive Director
Downeast Coastal Conservancy is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Robert Wood as our new Executive Director, effective September 7, 2026. A Washington County resident since 2018, Dr. Wood comes with over two decades of experience in coastal conservation and...
Downeast Sunsets – Three DCC Preserves to Catch a Sunset This Summer
DCC maintains trails for year-round public use throughout coastal Washington County. From classic Downeast rocky beaches to coastal summits and deep forest, DCC has trails for all kinds of enjoyers. However, there is something that only a few preserves can offer in...
Winter Family Fun Day 2026 – That Was Fun!
By Matt Kelley ; Outreach Director Winter Family Fun Day has been an annual event hosted by DCC at Middle River Park in Machias for several years now. Occurring each year on the Saturday that marks the end of February break for Maine schools, the premise of the event...