National Landscape Conservation System

The National Landscape Conservation System (NLCS) denotes BLM lands with exceptional qualities. They have been designated as National Monuments; National Scenic and Historical Trails; Forest Reserves; Wild and Scenic Rivers; Wilderness; and Areas for Wilderness Study, Cooperative Management and Protection, National Conservation, National Recreation, and Outstanding Natural Areas. The NLCS focuses on the opportunities and management needs of these treasured landscapes.

Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument

The Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument was designated on June 9, 2000, marking the first national monument in the United States set aside solely to protect biodiversity. These ecologically distinct regions support an unusual richness of species: some rare, some endangered, and some endemic (found only here). The monument protects this important biological crossroads and recognizes the integral role that each species plays in maintaining healthy ecosystems on which we all depend. more>>>

Steens Mountain Cooperative Management and Protection Area

The Steens Mountain Cooperative Management and Protection Area (CMPA), established on October 30, 2000, encompasses an extraordinary landscape with deep, glacier-carved gorges, stunning scenery, designated wilderness, wild rivers, an array of plant and animal life, and a history that captures the western migration. more>>>

Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area

Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area is located on a narrow point of land jutting due west into the Pacific Ocean at the north end of Newport, Oregon. This headland provides visitors with one of the most accessible wildlife and ocean viewing locations on the Pacific Coast. more>>>

National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

The National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center offers living history demonstrations, interpretive programs, exhibits, multi-media presentations, special events, and more than four miles of interpretive trails. more>>>

OR/WA BLM Recreation

For additional recreation information, including search options, site details, and recreation brochures, visit the OR/WA BLM recreation website.