The NPS taps geospatial data and tools to promote understanding of the natural and cultural resources on our protected lands and waters. Geographic information systems (GIS) mapping, visualization and analysis contribute at all levels of the agency, supporting resource protection and related activities in interpretation, research and operations.
The Future of Data Capture, Analysis, and Display
GIS in NPS
The NPS uses GIS to collect, analyze and share spatial data both within and beyond the agency, including wide public access.
Last updated: February 1, 2019