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NATIONAL WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS SYSTEM DECEMBER 1990

Alagnak River Eleven Point River River, Katmai National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 7, King Salmon, AK 99613 Mark Twain National Forest, 401 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla, MO 65401 , 139 NE Dayton Street, John Day, OR 97845 Kobuk Valley National Park, P.O. Box 1029, Kotzebue, AK 99752 The flows from in Katmai and This spring-fed stream meanders past the limestone bluffs and the crystal clear The designated segment of the Malheur runs from Bosenberg Creek Located within Kobuk Valley National Park, Alaska, the river is small but offers outstanding wilderness recreation and fishing opportunities. The river is springs in Missouri's Ozark hills. The Eleven Point is an outstanding river for downstream to the forest boundary. This wild, remote river in eastern exceptionally beautiful, with deep, blue-green pools and many rock also noted for abundant wildlife. canoeing and fishing. has outstanding trout fishing, big game hunting, and virgin ponderosa pine outcroppings. Vegetation ranges from alpine tundra to treeless bogs. stands. Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 74680, Fairbanks, AK Elk River Salmon River, Middle Fork, Idaho 99707 Oregon State Parks, 525 Trade Street, SE, Salem, OR 97310 Malheur River, North Fork Challis National Forest, Forest Service Building, Challis, ID 83226 The stream lies partially within Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Siskiyou National Forest, P.O. Box 440, Grants Pass, OR 97526 Malheur National Forest, 139 NE Dayton Street, John Day, OR 97845 Churning through central Idaho's wilderness, this river remains as primitive as Alaska, in the Central . Wildlife, scenery, and interesting geologic The Elk River, including its North Fork, is an important anadromous fishery in The North Fork Malheur River's outstanding values are its scenery and it was during the explorations of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. features abound in the river corridor. southwestern Oregon. Scenery is an added attraction. geology. Flowing from a mosaic of lodgepole pine, meadow/wetland areas and old growth pine, it enters a steep, rugged canyon at its lower end. Salmon River, Idaho , Middle Fork Salmon National Forest, Forest Service Bldg., Salmon, ID 83467 Bureau of Parks and Recreation. Department of Conservation, Augusta, Plumas National Forest, P.O. Box 1500, Quincy, CA 95971 McKenzie River This is the famous "River of No Return" that flows through a wilderness in ME 04333 The Middle Fork features Feather Falls, the third highest waterfall (640 feet) in Willamette National Forest, P.O. Box 10607, Eugene, OR 97440 central Idaho bearing the same name. The river is noted for its Whitewater. This major recreation resource includes the Allagash and several the . This northern river is remote and has outstanding From Clear Creek to Scott Creek, the McKenzie is a challenge to Whitewater interconnected lakes in northern Maine. fishing. rafters and driftboaters. Its water clarity and cold temperatures enjoy a national Salmon River, Oregon reputation. Bureau of Land Management, Salem District, 1717 Fabry Road, SE, Salem, OR American (Lower) River Flathead River 97306 California Resources Agency, 1416 Ninth Street. Sacramento, CA 95814 Flathead National Forest, P.O. Box 147, Kalispell, MT 59901 Mount Hood National Forest, 2955 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030 This short stretch of river running through Sacramento is the most heavily used Glacier National Park, West Glacier, MT 59936 Bureau of Land Management, 800 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301 From Mount Hood National Forest to the confluence with the Sandy River, this recreation river in California. The river is also known for its runs of steelhead This designation includes the North Fork, Middle Fork and South Fork above Sierra National Forest, 1600 Tollhouse Road, Clovis, CA 93612 river segment is near metropolitan Portland, Oregon and recreational sites. trout and salmon. Hungry Horse Reservoir. The river is the boundary with Glacier National Park Yosemite National Park, P.O. Box 577, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389 Anadromous fisheries, picnicking, and other recreational opportunities are , North Fork and flows through the Bob Marshall and Great Bear Wilderness areas. Including the South Fork, the Merced flows through superlative scenery— available. glaciated peaks, lakes, alpine and subalpine meadows—in alternating pools Bureau of Land Management, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825-1889 and cascades. Wildflower displays are also spectacular. The South Fork Sandy River Tahoe National Forest. P.O. Box 6003, Nevada City, CA 95959 Bureau of Land Management, 1150 University Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99709 possesses one of the few remaining pristine Sierra fisheries with self-sustaining Bureau of Land Management, Salem District, 1717 Fabry Road, SE, Salem, OR A fairly inaccessible river, this waterway protects spectacular Sierra mountain This river system is an extensive network of creeks and rivers in east-central populations of rainbow, eastern brook, and brown trout. Archeological and scenery. Alaska where boaters have many choices for trips through winding canyons of 97306 wildlife features are also noteworthy. Mount Hood National Forest, 2955 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030 birch, spruce and aspen, and muskeg marshes to alpine tundra on the flanks of Mount Fairplay. The designation includes two separate sections. The upper Sandy is glacially Yukon Delta , P.O. Box 346, Bethel, AK 99559 Metolius River fed and contains spectacular scenery, easily observed geologic features, Located entirely within Yukon-Delta National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, the Grande Ronde River Deschutes National Forest, 1645 U.S. 20 East, Bend, OR 97701 unique plant communities, and a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The highlands around both forks of the Andreafsky are one of two known nesting Bureau of Land Management, Vale District Office, 100 Oregon Street, Vale, OR The Metolius is one of the largest spring fed streams in the United States. It lower Sandy is similarly noted for its range of recreational opportunities and areas for the bristle-thighed curlew. 97918 is a highly used recreation area with Whitewater boating, fishing, and anadromous fishery. Umatilla National Forest, 2517 SW Hailey Ave., Pendleton, OR 97801 streamside activities. It is partly within the Warm Springs Indian Reservation. Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, P.O. Box 7, King Salmon, AK Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 Middle Fork of the Vermilion River Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 99613 From the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest to the Oregon-Washington State Illinois Department of Conservation, 524 South Second Street, Springfield, IL Lying entirely within the Selawik National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, this river is The river, which lies within Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, line, this river offers outstanding scenery, flatboating, salmon and steelhead 62701 one of the major drainages of the Kobuk region of northwest Alaska. The river Alaska, flows out of Aniakchak Caldera and plunges spectacularly through "The fishing, wildlife winter range, and cultural resources. A prairie river reverting to a natural landscape after over 100 years of is known for its fishing and variety of wildlife. Gates" on its way to the Pacific Ocean. agricultural use. The Middle Fork of the Vermilion corridor contains unusual Au Sable River flora and fauna and a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Huron-Manistee National Forest. 421 S. Mitchell Street, Cadillac, Ml 49601 Bureau of Land Management, P.O. Box 147, Glennallen, AK 99588 Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, 101 12th Avenue, Box 20, Fairbanks, AK 99701 This short stretch of River preserves only a small portion of one of Michigan's With the grandeur of Alaska's Wrangell Mountains in the distance and a variety Minam River Originating from expansive glaciers in the Romanzof Mountains, this river most popular canoeing rivers. The Au Sable is one of America's most of Whitewater, the Gulkana is an outstanding recreation resource. The Gulkana Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 travels south 200 miles to join the near its junction with the productive trout fisheries. system offers excellent opportunities for seeing , waterfowl, bald eagle, The Minam is entirely within the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The river corridor mighty Yukon. The river flows through a wide variety of arctic habitats and and bear. Salmon runs peak from mid-June to late July and floaters can expect supports a large population of elk and is heavily used for hunting, fishing, scenery. Beaver Creek weekend fishermen on the lower stretches. backpacking, horse packing, and other recreational activities. Bureau of Land Management, Steese White Mountains District, 1150 University Sipsey Fork , West Fork River Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Horsepasture River Missouri River National Forests in Alabama, 1765 Highland Avenue, P.O. Box 40, Montgomery, Fish and Wildlife Service, Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge, 101 12th Avenue, Nantaha/a National Forest, P.O. Box 2750, Asheville, NC 28820 c/o Midwest Region, , 1709 Jackson Street, Omaha, NE AL 36101 Box 14, Fairbanks, AK 99701 At 4.2 miles, the designated segment of the Horsepasture is the shortest river 68102 Steep bluffs make the Sipsey Fork unique in this region and add to a vast This Alaskan river is a moderately swift, shallow stream which flows through in the system. It is an exceptional example of an escarpment river with 5 major One of the last free-flowing stretches of the Missouri, this reach from Gavins range of plant life which makes for a scenic float experience. Topography and rolling hills and past the jagged limestone peaks within the White Mountains waterfalls within two miles, numerous cascades, rapids, boulders and rock Point. Dam, near Yankton, South Dakota to Ponca State Park, Nebraska, still geologic conditions allow for quick rises and drops in flow levels. National Recreation Area. Downstream, it slows and meanders north through outcroppings. A hiking trail provides viewing opportunities of the falls. exhibits the river's dynamic character in its islands, bars, chutes and snags. Yukon Flats on its way to the . It is an excellent river for the novice Skagit River looking for outstanding wilderness floating. Illinois River Missouri River Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, 21905 64th Avenue, West, Mountlake Siskiyou National Forest, P.O. Box 440, Grants Pass, OR 97526 Big Marsh Creek Bureau of Land Management, P.O. Box 30157, Billings, MT 59107 Terrace, WA 98403 Whitewater provides plenty of excitement for small rafts and kayaks while clear, A spectacular Montana valley with striking rock formations and diverse flora Deschutes National Forest, 1645 U.S. 20 East, Bend, OR 97701 The Skagit and its Cascade, Sauk, and Suiattle tributaries feed into Puget still, blue-green pools offer contrast and opportunities for catching anadromous and fauna, this river corridor also includes numerous historical and Sound in northern Washington. The area features one of the largest bald eagle Big Marsh Creek meanders through a large, high elevation marsh to its fish, including large steelhead. archeological sites. concentrations in the lower 48 states and is known for its outstanding fishery. confluence with Crescent Creek. The upper portion of the river is in the Oregon Cascades National Recreation Area. There are opportunities for canoeing, Imnaha River Smith River fishing, and observing wildlife. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 The Imnaha River, including its South Fork, follows a fault line to its confluence National Park and Preserve, 701 C Street, Box 61, Anchorage, AK California Resources Agency, 1416 Ninth Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Birch Creek with the . This river is predominantly within the Hells Canyon NRA 99513 Six Rivers National Forest, 507 F Street, Eureka, CA 95501 Bureau of Land Management, 1150 University Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99709 and the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The Mulchatna River, which lies within Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, The Smith, including 46 tributaries that are also protected, is the only major From its headwaters north of the Steese National Conservation Area, this river Alaska, is exceptionally scenic as it flows out of Turquoise Lake with the undammed river system in California. The river is an important stream for fish flows swiftly through upland plateaus, forested valleys, and rolling hills where glacier-clad to the east. Both moose and caribou inhabit the and is shaded by the towering redwoods of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State river travelers often see moose, caribou, arctic grayling, and a variety of birds. Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, 101 12th Street, Box 20, Fairbanks, AK 99701 area. Park as it passes by the northern boundary of the park on its way to the Pacific Road accessible at its upper and lower ends, this is one of Alaska's most Lying in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, this braided river passes Ocean. popular float rivers. Stretches flowing through wilderness environments year-round flowing springs, ice fields, and glaciers in hanging valleys. Birdlife New River, South Fork challenge advanced Whitewater enthusiasts. probably exceeds 100 species. Stone Mountain State Park, Star Route 1, Box 17, Roaring Gap, NC 28668 Smith River, North Fork The ancient, northward-flowina New River Dasses throuah vallevs and bottom Siskivnij Natinnxl Fnmet PO Rnx 440 Grants Pass. OR 97526 Black Creek Jemez River, East Fork lands in western North Carolina. The North Fork Smith flows south out of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness in DeSoto National Forest, 100 West Capitol, Suite 1141, Jackson, MS 36269 Santa Fe National Forest, Pinon Building, P.O. Box 1689, Santa Fe, NM 87504 southwestern Oregon to the state border to tie with the Smith River System in Black Creek has deep, black water, white sand bars, and follows a meandering The East Fork originates in the Valles Caldera as a small meandering stream California. course through Mississippi's coastal plain. The vicinity has a variety of in a vast crater. On its way to its confluence with the Rio San Antonio, it passes Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 74680, Fairbanks, AK opportunities for canoeing, backpacking and fishing. through the heart of the Jemez Mountain's most popular recreation area. 99707 Snake River , P.O. Box 1029, Kotzebue, AK 99752 Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Route 1, Box 270A, Enterprise, OR Bluestone River John Day River The Noatak is situated in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve and 97828 c/o New River Gorge National River, P.O. Box 246, Glen Jean, WV 25846 Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, P.O. Box 550, Prineville, OR Noatak National Preserve in Alaska. The Noatak drains the largest mountain- Traversing Hells Canyon, the deepest gorge on the North American continent, The lower 17 miles of the river which are designated offer excellent warm water 97754 ringed river basin in America that is still virtually unaffected by human activities. the Snake is famed for Whitewater boating and fishing. The river offers fishing, hiking, boating and scenic views. Pipestem and Bluestone State Parks From Service Creek to Tumwater Falls, this segment offers colorful canyons, spectacular scenery, rich cultural resources, and unique plant and wildlife and Bluestone Public Hunting and Fishing Area are located along the river and exceptional anadromous steelhead and warmwater bass fishing, archeological, North Powder River species. provide diverse recreation opportunities. historical, and paleontological values. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 From its origin in the Elkhorn Mountains to the National Forest boundary, the Cache la Poudre River Sprague River, North Fork John Day River, North Fork North Powder displays splendid mountain scenery and is popular for big game Araphao and Roosevelt National Forests, 240 West Prospect, Fort Collins, CO Fremont National Forest, 524 North G Street, Lakeview, OR 97630 Umatilla National Forest, 2517 SW Haily Avenue, Pendleton, OR 97801 hunting, trail bike riding and back country hiking. 80526 The designated portion of North Fork Sprague flows through broad, high Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 Originating in Rocky Mountain National Park, the river is characterized by elevation meadows. The scenery is its special attraction. From its headwaters to Camas Creek, the North Fork is one of the most pools, cascades, and waterfalls flowing from above treeline into a dense Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge, P.O. Box 287, Galena, AK 99714 spruce-fir forest through excellent backpacking country. important rivers in Northeast Oregon for the production of anadromous fish. Squaw Creek Geologic formations, Whitewater rafting, and early day mining remains are also Flowing through the Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge, the lower portion of the Deschutes National Forest, 1645 U.S. 20 East, Bend, OR 97701 important features of this river. river meanders through productive waterfowl nesting areas. The three forks of Squaw Creek headwater in the Three Sisters Wilderness on Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. P.O. Box 64, Eagle, AK 99738 the east slope of the Cascade Range. Lying within Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve, Alaska, this stream is John Day River, South Fork Obed River known for the exceptional clarity of its water. For the experienced canoer or Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, P.O. Box 550, Prineville, OR P.O. Box 630, Oneida, TN 37841 Sycan River kayaker, it offers many miles of Whitewater challenges. 97754 The Obed River and its two main tributaries, Clear Crook and Daddy's Creek, Fremont National Forest, 524 North G Street, Lakeview, OR 97630 From the Malheur National Forest to Smoky Creek, this segment offers cut into the Cumberland Plateau of East Tennessee, providing some of the Winema National Forest, 2819 Dahlia Street, Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Chattooga River outstanding scenery, wild steelhead fishing, hunting, hiking, swimming, and most rugged scenery in the southeast. The unique features of this southern Oregon stream are its distinctive scenery Chattahoochee National Forest, P.O. Box 1437, Gainesville, GA 30501 camping. which varies from a steep canyon to broad meadows. The Sycan Marsh is a Nantahala National Forest, P.O. Box 2750, Asheville, NC 28802 Owyhee River wetland habitat for sandhill cranes, bald eagles and waterfowl. Sumter National Forest, P.O. Box 2227, Columbia, SC 20202 Bureau of Land Management, Vale District, 100 Oregon Street, Vale, OR 97918 Flowing through three southeastern states, the Chattooga is renowned for its Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 74680, Fairbanks, AK From the Owyhee Reservoir to the Oregon Idaho border, the Owyhee flows Whitewater rafting experience. Its natural setting, fishing and wildlife are 99707 through a remote, almost unpopulated area. Much of the river cuts through Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 74680, Fairbanks, AK outstanding features. The river flows south from in Alaska's Brooks Range. The deeply incised canyons that along with canyon rims are home to mountain lion, 99707 valley is an important migration route for the Arctic caribou herd. Chetco River bobcat, mule deer, California bighorn sheep, and a large variety of raptors. Alaska's Tinayguk River is the largest tributary of the North Fork of the Recreational use is increasing despite difficulty of access. Koyukuk. Both lie entirely within the pristine environment of Gates of the Arctic Siskiyou National Forest, P.O. Box 440, Grants Pass, OR 97526 Joseph Creek National Park. The outstanding value of this Southwestern Oregon stream is its anadromous Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 fisheries. The Chetco provides high quality spawning beds and rearing pools for Owyhee River, North Fork This scenic northeast Oregon stream follows a rugged basalt canyon. Joseph Bureau of Land Management, Vale District, 100 Oregon Street, Vale, OR 97918 salmon and steelhead. On-site sport fishing is also an important recreation Creek and its environs are popular for hiking, horseback riding, and big game activity. The North Fork of the Owyhee River lies in the high plateau region of southeast Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, 701 C Street, Box 61, Anchorage, AK hunting. Petroglyphs are found on the steep canyon walls. Oregon and is essentially within a narrow, deep basalt-rimmed canyon. The 99513 river is recognized for its outstandingly remarkable scenery, geology, wildlife Located about 100 air miles west of Anchorage in Lake Clark National Park, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, 701 C Street, Box 61, Anchorage, AK habitat and "expert" kayaking opportunities. Alaska, the Tlikakila River is closely flanked by glaciers, 10,000-foot high rock- 99513 Sequoia National Forest, 900 West Grand Avenue, Porterville, CA 93257 and-snow-capped mountains, and perpendicular cliffs. The river lies within Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska. Long Sequoia National Park, Three Rivers, CA 93271 Owyhee River, West Little stretches of swift water and outstanding fishing are exceptional features. This river includes both the North and South Forks of the Kern. The South Fork Bureau of Land Management, Vale District, 100 Oregon Street, Vale, OR 97918 Trinity River is totally free-flowing. It descends through deep gorges with large granite The West Little Owyhee River is within the high plateau region of southeast Bureau of Land Management, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825-1889 Clackamas River outcroppings and domes interspersed with open meadows. It is habitat for the Oregon. The river is recognized for its remarkable scenery, unique cultural California Resources Agency, 1416 Ninth Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Mount Hood National Forest, 2955 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030 golden trout, the state fish of California. The upper 47.5 miles of the North Fork sites, opportunities for solitude, primitive recreation and geological features. Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation, P.O. Box 817, Hoopa, CA 95546 Originating in the Cascade Range, the Clackamas flows through a steep-walled flow through Sequoia National Park and the Golden Trout Wilderness, a scenic Shasta-Trinity National Forest, 2400 Washington Avenue, Redding, CA 96001 canyon lined with dense forest and basalt crags on its way to the Columbia area with a wide variety of outstanding recreational opportunities, as well as Pecos River Six Rivers National Forest, 507 F Street, Eureka, CA 95501 River near Portland, Oregon. A superb fishery, spectacular scenery, and cultural and historical associations. Santa Fe National Forest, Pinon Building, P.O. Box 1689, Santa Fe, NM 87504 This major tributary of California's Klamath River is located in heavily forested, various recreational activities are its special features. The Pecos River, famous in the folklore of the frontier, flows out of the Pecos mountainous terrain. The lower river flows through the Hoopa Valley Indian Wilderness, through rugged granite canyons and over waterfalls, and passes Reservation. Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone Kings Canyon National Park, Three Rivers, CA 93271 Shoshone National Forest, 225 West Yellowstone Avenue, Box 2140, Cody, Wl by small, high-mountain meadows. It is one of New Mexico's most heavily used Sequoia National Forest, 900 West Grand Avenue, Porterville, CA 93257 trout streams. 82414 Sierra National Forest, 1600 Tollhouse Road, Clovis, CA 93612 Named after William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Clarks Fork Bureau of Land Management, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825-1889 This river includes the entire Middle and South Forks, which are largely in Pere Marquette River Stanislaus National Forest, 19777 Greenley Road, Sonora, CA 95370 flows through a deep canyon. Its tumultuous waterfalls, Whitewater cascades, Kings Canyon National Park. Beginning in glacial lakes above timberline, the deep pools, and rugged corridor lands are its unique characteristics. Huron-Manistee National Forest, 421 S. Mitchell Street, Cadillac, Ml 49601 Yosemite National Park, P.O. Box 577, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389 THE NATIONAL WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS rivers flow through deep, steepsided canyons, over falls and cataracts, Wandering gently through overhanging bluffs and across the grassy floodplains The Tuolumne originates from snowmelt off Mounts Dana and Lyell in Yosemite Clearwater River, Middle Fork eventually becoming an outstanding Whitewater rafting river in its lower reaches of central Michigan, this is one of the finest trout streams of the Midwest. National Park and courses 54 miles before crossing into Stanislaus National Bitterroot National Forest, 316 North 3rd Street, Hamilton, MT 59840 in Sequoia National Forest. Geology, scenery, recreation, fish, wildlife, and Forest and BLM public land. This river contains some of the most noted The National Wild and Scenic Rivers System was created by Congress in 1968 (Public Law 90- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is prohibited from licensing projects on or directly Clearwater National Forest, Route 4, Orofino, ID 83544 history are all significant aspects. Powder River Whitewater in the high Sierras and is an extremely popular rafting stream. The 542; 16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) to preserve certain rivers with outstanding natural, cultural or affecting designated rivers. Other Federal Agencies cannot assist by loan, grant, license or Nez Perce National Forest, Route 2, Box 475, Grangeville, ID 83530 Bureau of Land Management, Vale District, 100 Oregon Street, Vale, OR 97918 Klamath River park segment provides views of some of America's most spectacular scenery. recreational features in a free-flowing condition for the enjoyment of present and future otherwise in the construction of any water resources project (such as dams, water diversion, Part of the exploration route of Lewis and Clark, most of this river lies in From Thief Dam to the Highway 203 bridge, this scenic segment is key for generations. As of December 1990, the National System had grown from its initial eight channelization and rip-rapping) that would have a direct and adverse effect on river values. northern Idaho's Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. It includes the Lochsa and California Resources Agency, 1416 Ninth Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 observing raptors and other wildlife species. Umpqua River, North components to a 123-river system with representation in 33 states. However, designation does not affect existing water rights or existing jurisdiction of States and Selway Rivers, which are premier Whitewater floating rivers. Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation, P.O. Box 817, Hoopa, CA 95546 Bureau of Land Management, Roseburg District, 111 N.W. Garden Valley the United States over waters as determined by established principles of law. Rivers may be designated by Congress (usually following a study by a Federal agency) or the Klamath National Forest, 1312 Fairlane Road, Yreka, CA 96097 Quartzville Creek Crescent Creek Boulevard, Roseburg, OR 97470 Secretary of the Interior.' Each river is administered by either a Federal agency (see individual For information concerning specific designated rivers, contact the office on this sheet identified California's second largest river, which flows through the state's northwestern Bureau of Land Management, Salem District, 1717 Fabry Road SE., Salem, OR Deschutes National Forest, 1645 U.S. 20 East, Bend, OR 97701 Umpqua National Forest, P.O. Box 1008, Roseburg, OR 97470 river listing) or a State agency. The river designation may not include the entire river, but may as responsible for administering the river. For general questions concerning the wild and scenic counties and then into the ocean in Redwood National Park, is a major salmon 97306 The segment of Crescent Creek below the Crescent Creek Dam flows through Fly fishing, Whitewater boating, and scenic driving are premier recreation include tributaries. For Federally administered rivers, the designated boundaries usually rivers program, contact one of the following: producer, particularly for Coho and Chinook. On the banks are noted raptor From the Willamette National Forest to the slack water at Green Peter a narrow, pristine canyon. The scenery is a key feature of this river. activities along the North Umpqua. The clear water, virgin Douglas fir stands, average about one-quarter mile on each side of the river in order to protect related natural, habitats. Reservoir, this segment offers recreational gold panning, and occasional cultural and recreational values. and geologic formations add to the spectacular scenery. National Park Service Fish and Wildlife Service Crooked River Klickitat River Whitewater boating. Rivers are classified as wild, scenic or recreational. The following definitions are provided by U.S. Department of the Interior U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, 185 East Fourth Street, P.O. Box Division of Park Planning and Protection Office of Public Affairs the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act: 550, Prineville, OR 97754 Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, 902 Wasco Avenue, Suite 200, Hood Anchorage District Office, Bureau of Land Management, 6881 Abbott Loop Road, Room 3230 Room 3240 River, OR 97031 "Wild" rivers—rivers or sections of rivers that are free of impoundments Ochoco National Forest, P.O. Box 490, Prineville, OR 97754 Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Route 1, Box 270A, Enterprise, OR Anchorage, AK 99507 Washington, D.C. 20013 Washington, D.C. 20240 The river flows into the Columbia inside the Columbia Gorge National Scenic and generally inaccessible except by trail, with watersheds or shorelines This recreational segment offers expert class IV-V kayaking rafting during 97828 This northwest Alaska river is best known for its fishing opportunities for king, Bureau of Land Management Forest Service Area. Fishing, recreation, and scenic views are excellent. essentially primitive and waters unpolluted. These represent vestiges of spring runoffs and scenic vertical basalt canyons from the Chetco National This river's Whitewater harbors an important salmon hatchery. and silver salmon, arctic grayling, and char. The river played a significant role primitive America. U.S. Department of the Interior U.S. Department of Agriculture Division of Recreation. Division of Recreation Forest to Opal Spring. in prehistoric and Russian era trade, and was an important corridor for early "Scenic" rivers—rivers or sections of rivers that are free of Rio Chama Cultural and Wilderness Resources Auditor's Building, 4th Floor Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 74680, Fairbanks, AK American telegraph, mail and travel routes. impoundments, with shorelines or watersheds still largely undeveloped, Crooked River, North Fork Bureau of Land Management, 435 Montano Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107 Room 3360 Washington, D.C. 20090 99707 but accessible in places by roads. Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, 185 East Fourth Street, P.O. Box Carson National Forest, P.O. Box 558, Taos, NM 87571 Verde River Washington, D.C. 20240 From its headwaters in the and Walker Lake, the river "Recreational" rivers—rivers or sections of rivers that are readily Allagash River, Maine 550, Prineville, OR 97754 Beginning in southern Colorado and flowing into New Mexico between El Vado Prescott National Forest, P.O. Box 2549, Prescott, AZ 86302 Delaware River, Pennsylvania and New Jersey courses south and west through a wide valley and passes through two scenic accessible by road or railroad, that may have some development along Ochoco National Forest, P.O. Box 490, Prineville, OR 97754 and Abiquiu reservoirs, this river offers the fisherman and recreational boater This central Arizona river flows through highly varied and distinctive terrain, In addition to the National System, there are approximately 30 State systems which provide canyons. their shoreline, and that may have undergone some impoundment or varying degrees of resource protection for many of the Nation's rivers. For more information on After beginning in a series of prairies, the river winds through vertical rimrock an outstanding wild river experience. Its banks contain numerous archeological including vistas with sharp peaks, serrated ridges, isolated peaks with diversion in the past. cliffs and old growth ponderosa pine on its way to the Crooked River. This State systems, contact: , North Fork sites indicative of the Native American culture of northern New Mexico. distinctive color contrasts, and deep canyons displaying unusual configurations primarily wild river segment offers scenic canyons and outstanding trout fishing. Rivers in the National System are often referred to as "wild and scenic rivers" without regard Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 74680, Fairbanks, AK and colors. Threatened and endangered plant and fish populations live here. to actual classification. This is acceptable when speaking of the System in general, but the National Park Service Rio Grande River Delaware (Middle) River 99707 specific legal classification is an important distinction because it has a direct effect on how the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management, 435 Montano Road, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107 Wenaha River c o Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Bushkill, PA 18324 The river flows from the south flank of the Arctic Divide through broad, glacially- river is administered and whether certain activities on Federally owned land within the boudaries Division of Recreation Resources Assistance Carson National Forest, P.O. Box 558, Taos, NM 87571 Umatilla National Forest, 2517 SW Hailey Avenue, Pendleton, OR 97801 This river flows 41 miles through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation carved valleys through the rugged Endicott Mountains in Alaska's Central are permissible. 1100 L Street, Room 2321 Featuring the lower box and the racecourse segments, this river offers The Wenaha flows between rugged basalt outcrops rising 1,600 feet to the P.O. Box 37127 Brooks Range. It passes between the "Gates of the Arctic" at Boreal Mountain Regardless of classification, each designated river is administered with the goal of non- Area. The river offers swimming, boating and fishing opportunities. plateau above. It is one of the best streams in northeastern Washington, D.C. 20013-7127 and Frigid Crags. challenging Whitewater. degradation and enhancement of the values which caused it to be designated. Other uses, Delaware (Upper) River Oregon. including recreational, a variety of agricultural practices, and residential development may 'Certain requirements must be met before the Secretary can make a designation National Park Service, P.O. Box C, Narrowsburg, NY 12764 Little Beaver Creek Rio Grande River continue. In most cases not all land within boundaries is or will be publicly owned. In fact, where White River —the river must have been designated "wild and scenic" by a State This is a 73.4 mile stretch of free-flowing river between Hancock and Sparrow Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Natural Areas and Preserves, Big Bend National Park, Big Bend National Park, TX 79834 there is a Federal administering agency, there are limitations on how much land the agency is —the Governor of the State(s) must apply to the Secretary: and Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, P.O. Box 550, Prineville, OR Bush, N.Y., along the Pennsylvania border. Public fishing and boating access Fountain Square, Columbus, OH 43224 A 191.2-mile strip of the American shore of the Rio Grande in the Chihuahuan allowed to acquire. When recreating on any System river, users are cautioned to be aware of —the Secretary must find that the river has the necessary outstanding 97754 and respect private property rights. are provided. The area also is home to the Roebling Bridge, believed to be the This stream system and surrounding valley near the Pennsylvania border Desert protects the river. It begins in Big Bend National Park and continues values and that the State(s) will permanently protect them. ML Hood National Forest, 2955 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030 oldest existing wire cable suspension bridge. The Zane Grey House and contain some of Ohio's wildest lands. downstream to the Terrell-Val Verde county line. museum are here also. From Mount Hood National Forest to near the confluence with the Deschutes Little Deschutes River Roaring River River, this outstandingly scenic canyon offers waterfalls and excellent wildlife Deschutes National Forest, 1645 U.S. 20 East, Bend, OR 97701 Mount Hood National Forest, 2955 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030 viewing opportunities. During the late summer glacial outflow from Mount Hood, Bureau of Land Management, P.O. Box 147, Glennallen, AK 99588 This segment of the Little Deschutes runs from its headwaters to the National Tributary to the Clackamas River, the Roaring River's primitive character and the river turns milky white due to suspended sediment concentrations. This riyer watershed begins high in south-central Alaska and connects a series Forest boundary, including the 1500 foot deep Littie Deschutes Canyon, and remoteness are its outstanding values. Salmon and steelhead, as well as White Salmon River of lakes lying in the . It offers excellent floating opportunities on spectacular mountain scenery. resident trout, inhabit its waters. its flow north to the Yukon River. At Tangle Lakes Archeological District Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, 902 Wasco Avenue, Suite 200, Hood X*. evidence of cultures dating back 10,000 years has been found. Little Miami River Rogue River River, OR 97031 Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Natural Areas and Preserves, Bureau of Land Management, Medford District, 3040 Biddle Road, Medford, OR This river, a tributary of the Columbia, flows through a deep, narrow, rocky Deschutes River Fountain Square, Columbus, OH 43224 97504 gorge. The river's many springs and stable summer flows provide outstanding Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, P.O. Box 550, Prineville, OR Missouri River, Montana Flowing through a deep gorge, wooded bluffs, and rolling farmlands, this Whitewater boating. 97754 Siskiyou National Forest, P.O. Box 440, Grants Pass, OR 97526 popular Ohio stream is easily reached from Cincinnati or Dayton. Emerging from the western slope of Oregon's Cascade Mountains, the Rogue Deschutes National Forest, 1645 U.S. 20 East, Bend, OR 97701 Wildcat Creek winds across farmlands and orchards before passing through wilderness to the The Deschutes is one of Oregon's premier rivers. It features ruggedly beautiful Town of Jackson, P.O. Box 268, Jackson, NH 03846 Lostine River Pacific Ocean, The river is renowned for Whitewater boating and anadromous scenery, outstanding Whitewater boating, and a renowned sport fishery for Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 fishing opportunities. White Mountain National Forest, 714 North Main Street, Laconia, NH 03257 steelhead and native rainbow trout. From its headwaters in the Eagle Cap Wilderness to the National Forest A small mountain stream which rises in the scenic White Mountain National Donner und Blitzen River boundary, the Lostine River follows a glaciated, U-shaped valley surrounded by Rogue River (Upper) Forest, the Creek tumbles over a series of ledges into the center of the Bureau of Land Management, Burns District Office, HC74-12533 Hwy. 20 West, mountain meadows and high mountain peaks. The river corridor supports an Rogue River National Forest, P.O. Box 520, Medford, OR 97501 classically picturesque New England town of Jackson. The creek is not Hines, OR 97738 anadromous fishery and a herd of Rocky Mountain sheep. From the Crater Lake National Park boundary downstream to Prospect, this canoeable, but the area abounds in hiking and cross-country skiing From its headwaters to the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge boundary, section of the Rogue follows a major highway and tourist route to the park. Its opportunities. Lower Saint Croix River including major tributaries, this wild river offers scenic glaciated canyons, diverse landscape includes pumice flats, deep gorges and chutes, and unique National Park Service, P.O. Box 708, St. Croix Falls, Wl 54024 Willamette River, North Fork of Middle Fork unique ecosystems, and exceptional wild trout fisheries. ecological systems. Recreational opportunities for much of the upper Midwest are provided along Willamette National Forest, P.O. Box 10607, Eugene, OR 97440 Eagle Creek this 27-mile stretch of the St. Croix. Saint Croix River Crystal clear water, fly fishing for trout, and towering Douglas fir trees along its Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, P.O. Box 907, Baker, OR 97814 National Park Service, P.O. Box 708, St. Croix Falls, Wl 54024 banks characterize this stream on the west slopes of the Cascade Range. Eagle Creek headwaters in the Wallowa Mountains and flows through mountain Lower Saint Croix River About 200 miles of the beautiful St. Croix River and Namekagon tributary make meadows and a deep glaciated canyon. The river area offers spectacular Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Centennial Office Building, St. Paul, up this area. Wind River scenery and recreation opportunities, and cultural and historic features. MN 55155 Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, 101 12th Avenue, Box 20, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, P.O. Box 450, Madison, Wl 53701 Saint Joe River Beginning in the Philip Smith Mountains, this river offers a wide variety of Eel River Jointly administered by the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, the last 25 Idaho Panhandle National Forest, P.O. Box 310, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 vegetation, scenery, and wildlife characteristic of a boreal forest on the south Bureau of Land Management, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825 miles of the St. Croix is a wide, gently flowing river that ends at the Mississippi. This central Idaho river offers outstanding scenery, good fishing, and plenty of slope of the refuge. California Resource Agency, 1416 Ninth Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 wildlife. Forest Service, Six Rivers National Forest, 507 F Street, Eureka, CA 95501 Loxahatchee River River Mendocino National Forest, 420 East Laurel Street, Willows, CA 95988 Florida Department of Natural Resources, Marjory Stoneman Douglas Bldg., 3900 Saline Bayou Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, P.O. Box 397, Keshena, Wl 54135 California's Eel River flows through canyons most of its length but ends in a Commonwealth Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32303 Kisatchie National Forest, 2500 Shreveport Highway, Pineville, LA 71360 Noted as one of the most scenic and rugged rivers in the Midwest, the Wolf gently sloping valley with virgin redwood stands. Its salmon and steelhead Located in Palm Beach County, the river flows through an interesting Vegetation, animal and bird life, and calm black water characterize the bayou. flows through the Menominee Reservation. NOT DEVELOPED FOR Saint Croix River, Wisconsin Salmon River, Oregon Charley River, Alaska Merced River, California fishery is of commercial importance to the local area. environmental mix of fish, wildlife, and vegetation. It is ideal for quiet canoeing, floating and fishing. PUBLIC USE.