How We Designate Wilderness

Kingston Range
John Dittli
We work with people across the country to protect our last remaining wild places.

By forming long-lasting partnerships with people from all walks of life, we are able to build and sustain support for wilderness across the country.

Every person working at or with The Wilderness Society is an integral part of our conservation efforts. Together, we have protected millions of acres, and there is still more to be done.

Wilderness Support Center

Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, the staff of The Wilderness Society's Wilderness Support Center partners with people across the United States to develop and grow local conservation campaigns.

View the map below to locate designated Wilderness areas near you (click on a green area for more detailed information):

See also: 

Why wilderness
The Wilderness Act
Current campaigns and legislation

 

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