National Natural Landmark Site Designations


Recent Designations

Aerial view of barrier beach in the ocean
Massachusetts - December 2024

Nantucket Barrier Beach

Nantucket Barrier Beach and Wildlife Refuge was designated in December 2024. Learn more about this NNL.

Smooth lake surface in foreground with trees, mountains, and sky in background
Texas - July 2024

Independence Creek Preserve

Independence Creek Preserve in Texas was designated in 2024. Learn more about this site.

a sheer rocky ridge near the top of a forested outcrop.
New York & Colorado - December 2023

John Boyd Thacher & Glenwood Springs

John Boyd Thacher State Park, NY and Glenwood Caverns & Iron Mountain Hot Springs, CO were designated in 2023. Learn more about these sites.

a rocky outcrop at sunset with fall colors painted across the landscape
WV, VA, CO

Bear Rocks, Ma-le'l Dunes & Sulphur Cave

Learn more about Bear Rocks and Allegheny Front Preserve, WV, Lanphere and Ma-le'l Dunes, CA, and Sulphur Cave and Springs, CO.

NNL Site Designations by Year

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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