List of Diverse Designations
Wilderness is one tool available for protecting the land. However, it is not the only option. Below is a list of alternatives to Wilderness that do not categorically ban bicycling.
Legislative Options
- National Conservation Area
- Protection Area
- National Scenic Area
- Wild and Scenic River
- National Recreation Area
- National Monument
- National Park
- National Wildlife Refuge
- National Seashore or Lakeshore
- National Scenic Trail
- National Historic Trail
- Special Management Area
Administrative Options
- National Outstanding Natural Area
- National Historic Landmark
- National Register of Historic Places
- National Natural Landmark
- National Recreation Trail
- Area of Critical Environmental Concern
- Research Natural Area
- Important Bird Area
- Roadless Area
International Options
- United Nations Biosphere Reserve
- World Heritage Site