Abstract: Considering the reason and classification of reserved zones,as well a new generation of division of national and provincial marine functional zoning,this article summarizes and compares the management regulations of national and provincial reserved zones,and analyzes the quantity,area,coastline length and offshore distance of the latter.Accordingly,the authors propose to divide the reserved zones into five categories,including pending areas,reserved areas for development,reserved areas for remediation,buffer areas for protection,and reserved areas for specific functions,each of which is subject to distinct management and environmental protection requirements.This article also presents suggestions from the perspectives of treatment of status quo,condition of development and utilization,and management of activities in marine areas.In general,though arbitrary use is not allowed,the reserved zones are not immune from use so long as the activities conform to the requirements of functional limitations and environmental protection without affect the surrounding areas.