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National Conservation Areas & Similar Designations
25 NATIONAL CONSERVATION AREAS & SIMILAR DESIGNATIONS
Similar to National Monuments, these areas protect exceptional values and offer unique visitor experience. They are designated by Congress.
Examples include the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area (Colorado) and the King Range National Conservation Area (California).
Photo: King Range National Conservation Area, California