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Oregon Caves National MonumentRanger programs at Oregon Caves National Monument.
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"The wondrous marble halls of Oregon," Joaquin Miller, 1909*.

Oregon Caves National Monument offers family focused opportunities to explore a marble cave, visit a National Historic Landmark (the Oregon Caves Chateau), hike trails through ancient forests, and earn a Junior Ranger Badge.

 
view of the sunset from the Cliff Nature Trail

A Place in the Mountains

Tours through the caves are seasonal and offered from late March through the end of November. 

 
We are more than just a cave!  Explore our winter wonderland when we are not open for cave tours. (Be sure to check road conditions).

Winter at the Monument

The Monument is open year round for outdoor activities including hiking and snowshoeing.

The surrounding region has unique geology and botany, wild and scenic rivers, wilderness areas, and historic features.

 
 
 

Write to

19000 Caves Hwy
Cave Junction, OR 97523

E-mail Us

Phone

Oregon Caves Visitor Center
(541) 592-2100 ext. 262

Illinois Valley Visitor Center
(541) 592-4076

Fax

(541) 592-3981

Climate

The Monument is located at an elevation of 4,000 feet (1,220 meters) on the wooded slopes of the Siskiyou Mountains, part of the coastal mountain range of Oregon and California. When you visit, expect comfortable summer temperatures, snowy winters, and rain during spring and fall.
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Early explores of Oregon Caves used candles to find their way.  

Did You Know?
When visitors came to Oregon Caves in the late 1800's they had to explore the cave by candle light. You can still experience Oregon Caves this on the candle light tour offered 7:00 pm nightly during summer.

Last Updated: September 10, 2006 at 14:41 EST