Glossary
National Park Terms
Affiliated Areas – A variety of locations in the United States and Canada that preserve significant properties outside the National Park System (NPS). Concessioner – A private company or individual granted the privilege of providing facilities and services considered necessary by the NPs for accommodating visitors. Mixed Area Park – A park located in a mixture of outlying area, rural area, suburban area, or urban area. National Battlefield – A category that includes national battlefields, national battlefield parks, national battlefield sites, and national military parks. National Historic Park – Generally applies to historic parks that extend beyond single properties or…
