Information About Visiting the Park and Caves
Entrance and Fees
Admission to the park is free, but a fee is required for cave tours. Please note that cave access is only available through guided tours.
- Park Entrance: Free
- Cave Tours: Fee required
- Cave Access: Only available via guided tours
Cave Tours
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Tour Availability:
Cave tours are offered seven days a week through September 23rd. Beginning September 24th, tours will be available five days a week, Thursday through Monday. The park will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The last day of the season is November 3, 2024.
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Tour Times:
The first tour departs at 10:00 AM, and the last tour leaves at 4:00 PM.
Some tours can be reserved in advance at Recreation.gov.
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Same-Day Tickets:
Same-day tickets are available but may sell out. It is strongly recommended that you stop at the Illinois Valley Visitor Center in Cave Junction to inquire about ticket availability before making the 60-minute drive and walk to the cave.
Visitor Centers
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Illinois Valley Visitor Center
Open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Phone: 541-592-5125
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Oregon Caves Visitor Center
Open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM through September 23rd. Beginning September 24th through November 3rd, the center will be open Thursday through Monday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Phone: 541-592-5125
To speak with a park representative, please call 541-592-5125.
Children and Height Restrictions
For safety, children must be at least 42 inches (107 cm) tall to participate in a cave tour. Infant carry packs and strollers are not permitted, and childcare services are not available.
Food Availability
The Oregon Caves Chateau is closed. No food services are available at the park, except for snacks. We recommend packing a lunch or planning to eat in town before your visit.
Important Bat Information
Help protect North America's bats! White-nose Syndrome, a deadly disease affecting bats, is a serious concern. To prevent its spread, please avoid bringing any clothes (even washed clothes), shoes, or equipment that have been used in any other cave, mine, or bat habitat.
