The following studies are currently underway, listed alphabetically by study type. Studies with active project websites have links included in these lists, others will be forthcoming.
Special Resource Studies
- Battle of Matewan Special Resource Study (West Virginia)
- Dearfield Homestead Special Resource Study (Colorado)
- Flushing Remonstrance Special Resource Study (New York)
- John P. Parker House Special Resource Study (Ohio)
- Los Angeles Coastal Area Special Resource Study (California)
- Memphis Area Lynching Locations Special Resource Study (Tennessee)
- President Street Station Special Resource Study (Maryland)
Wild and Scenic River Studies
- Kissimmee River Wild and Scenic River Study (Florida)
- Little Manatee River Wild and Scenic River Study (Florida)
National Trail Feasibility Studies
- Buckeye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study (Ohio)
- Emancipation National Historic Trail Feasibility Study (Texas)
National Heritage Area Feasibility Studies
- Great Dismal Swamp National Heritage Area Feasibility Study (North Carolina, Virginia)
- Guam National Heritage Area Feasibility Study (Guam)
- Ka’ena Point National Heritage Area Feasibility Study (Hawaii)
- Lahaina National Heritage Area Feasibility Study (Hawaii)
Additional Resources
When adding new places or expanding current sites in the National Park System, there are first assessments.
View of list of some of the most recent changes to national park units, including new units and name changes.
Before there is a new National Park Service designation, Congress can authorize a study to assess the site and associated resources.
Find summaries of recent studies that met all required criteria and have not yet been designated.
Last updated: February 11, 2026