Operating Hours & Seasons

Tour Season

Due to heavy winter storms, opening day for cave tours and the Oregon Caves Visitor Center are delayed. Check back at this website for updates.

Reservations: Visit www.recreation.gov.

Visitor Centers:

Oregon Caves Visitor Center is closed for the winter season. Opening day for the visitor center is to be determined.
Illinois Valley Visitor Center in Cave Junction is open 6-days per week, 8:30 to 4:00, Monday through Saturday. 541-592-5125.

Children and Height Restrictions

For safety, children must be at least 42" (107cm) tall to take a tour. Infant carry packs and strollers are not permitted. Childcare is not available.

No Food at Park

The Oregon Caves Chateau is closed. No food except snacks are available at the park. Pack a lunch or plan on eating in town before coming to the park.

Important Information

Save Our Bats! Help us protect bats. North America’s bats are under attack from White-nose Syndrome, a deadly bat disease. To prevent the spread, please do not bring clothes, (even washed clothes), shoes, or equipment used in any other cave, mine, or anything underground.