PWSR Toolkit Home > Explore > 1. Learn about the Partnership Wild and Scenic River Program

The first step is to learn more about the PWSR model to see if this is a good fit for the river and its communities. Below are some resources to learn more about the national system and the partnership model.

• National Wild and Scenic River System
• Rivers.gov
• Partnership Wild and Scenic Rivers
• Partnership Wild and Scenic Rivers: A Primer
• NPS PWSR page

There are also alternate methods of designation, such as elevating rivers in states with state-level Wild and Scenic River programs. Learn more about the different pathways to study and designate Wild and Scenic Rivers at rivers.gov.

After initial exploration, it is important to start a conversation with the regional National Park Service office about initiating the PWSR process.

Currently designated Partnership Wild and Scenic Rivers

Learn about each river on the National Park Service's PWSR page. 

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