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Oregon Caves National Monument a doe spotted near the Cliff Nature Trail
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Oregon Caves National Monument
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Although the cave was not known about until 1874, we have reason to believe that the Takelma tribe knew about its existence due to their presence in this region for thousands of years.

The cultural stories we share about the caves take place after Elijah Davidson stumbled upon it, and later of those that followed in his footsteps.

We encourage you to read our stories, and while you are at the monument, create some to take with you.

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Acid dew dissolves the cave wall to make small pock marks.

Did You Know?
Carbon dioxide mixes with water that condenses on the wall of the cave to create a very weak acid. Over long periods of time this "acid dew" eats away at the marble walls of Oregon Caves making the cave larger.
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Last Updated: November 08, 2007 at 16:05 MST