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Wild and Scenic Rivers Program (U.S. National Park Service) Skip to global NPS navigation Skip to the footer section The National Wild and Scenic Rivers System is a collection of exceptional rivers that have been designated to protect their free-flowing condition, water quality, and outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values for the enjoyment of present and future generations.
The NPS Wild and Scenic Rivers (WSR) Program provides support to NPS affiliated WSRs including rivers in park units, rivers managed in partnership with local agencies, and rivers managed by state agencies where NPS has a regulatory role.
Its purpose is to protect and enhance river resources and meet other legislative requirements, improve internal and external communication and coordination, and educate NPS staff, stakeholders, and the public about the importance of WSRs. This work is often done through the Wild and Scenic Rivers Steering Committee which is a policy interpreting body who works to establish service-wide policies and guidelines.
What Are Wild and Scenic Rivers? WSRs are special rivers that are set aside to protect their free-flowing condition, water quality, and outstandingly remarkable values. The WSR system was created through the WSR Act.
To support the mandates of the act, the NPS has developed policy to address WSRs. The NPS works with a multitude of partners and in a variety of ways to protect and enhance National Wild and Scenic Rivers. Last updated: September 5, 2025
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: States or their political subdivisions, landowners, private non-profit organizations, or duly authorized by a river’s enabling legislation wild and scenic river management councils or committees. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows recent federal obligations suggest $4,000,000 (2026). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Yes — National Wild and Scenic Rivers System is offered by Department of the Interior and this listing comes from SAM.gov, an official U.S. federal source. Federal applications generally require registrations (for example SAM.gov or an agency submission portal), so allow extra lead time.
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