National Park Site Types
Explore 47 different types of National Park Service sites
About National Park Site Types
The National Park Service manages many different types of sites, each with its own designation and purpose. From iconic National Parks like Yellowstone and Grand Canyon to historic sites, monuments, preserves, and more, each category has unique characteristics and preservation goals.
Select a site type below to explore all the National Park Service sites in that category.
National Park Sites
Monument Sites
Historic Sites
National Historic Site
82 sites
National Historical Park
63 sites
National Historic Trail
18 sites
Part of Colonial National Historical Park
3 sites
National Historic Area
1 site
National Historical Reserve
1 site
National Monument and Historic Shrine
1 site
National Historical Park and Preserve
1 site
International Historic Site
1 site
National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve
1 site
Ecological & Historic Preserve
1 site
Recreation Sites
Preserve Sites
National Preserve
9 sites
National Park & Preserve
8 sites
National Monument & Preserve
3 sites
National Reserve
2 sites
National Historical Reserve
1 site
National Historical Park and Preserve
1 site
National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve
1 site
Ecological & Historic Preserve
1 site
Other Sites
Other
36 sites
Park
11 sites
National Battlefield
11 sites
National Seashore
10 sites
National Military Park
9 sites
National Scenic Trail
6 sites
National Battlefield Park
4 sites
National Lakeshore
3 sites
Parkway
3 sites
National Scenic River
2 sites
Wild & Scenic River
2 sites
Wild River
1 site
National Battlefield Site
1 site
National River
1 site
National Geologic Trail
1 site
National Wild and Scenic River
1 site
National Scenic Riverways
1 site
National and State Parks
1 site
International Park
1 site
National Scenic Riverway
1 site
National Parks
1 site
Affiliated Area
1 site
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Discover the diversity of America's national park system by exploring different site types. From historic battlefields to spectacular natural areas, find the perfect destination for your next adventure.