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National Monument - Washington, United States
Hanford Reach National Monument is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and protects the last free-flowing, non-tidal stretch of the Columbia River in the United States. The monument preserves critical habitat for salmon spawning and supports diverse wildlife including elk, deer, and over 240 bird species. It encompasses shrub-steppe ecosystem, one of the most endangered habitat types in North America. The area also contains significant cultural and historical resources related to Native American heritage.