Management & Planning Documents

Since 1971, the National Park Service has preserved and protected the land and water of Gulf Islands National Seashore. Park leaders and employees are guided by the core principles of the National Park Service, the enabling legislation passed by Congress in the creation of the seashore, and the seashore's General Management Plan. Explore the documents below to learn about the foundation of the park's management policies and initiatives.

 

Documents

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  General Management Plan

  The general management plan, completed in 2014, guides management decisions and policies.

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  Enabling Legislation

  Congress created Gulf Islands National Seashore on January 8, 1971.

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  Compendium

  Compendium