Community Assistance Programs & Partnerships

Point Lobos State Reserve, CA

Photo by K. Magnuson

The National Natural Landmarks (NNL) Programs is one of over 50 community assistance programs offered by the National Park Service (NPS). These programs help us work with partners to carry out the NPS mission, protecting and sharing America’s natural and cultural heritage.

The NNL Program is part of a group of seven National Designation Programs. These programs recognize places of national importance and highlight the efforts of communities, organizations, and landowners who help care for them.

Other National Designation Programs include:

• National Heritage Areas

• National Historic Landmarks

• National Trails System

• National Wild and Scenic Rivers Program

Learn more

Get more information on NPS community assistance programs.

NPS Community Assistance Programs

Everyone Can Help Protect Special Places

These programs are built on partnerships and community involvement. Everyone can take part, whether you’re a landowner, educator, advocate, or visitor.

• Learn more about partnering with the NPS.

• Find out how small conservation actions can make a big difference with Conservation at Home.

• Explore resources for locally led conservation.

NNL Partnership Toolkit Homepage