National Parks / Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve
Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve
National Monument & Preserve — OR
Deep within the Siskiyou Mountains are dark, twisting passages that await your discovery. Eons of acidic water seeping into marble rock created and decorated the wondrous “Marble Halls of Oregon.” Join a tour, get a taste of what caving is all about, and explore a mountain from the inside and out!
Current Alerts
- DangerFire Restrictions
Due to the continued fire danger in Southern Oregon, Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve has instituted a full fire ban. To ensure public safety and to provide the highest degree of protection to park resources, the Fire Ban prohibits Campfires. Wood and charcoal fires are NOT allowed in Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve.
- InformationMajor road construction on Hwy 199
Travelers using Highway 199 between Crescent City and Cave Junction should expect multiple traffic delays beginning as early as May due to ongoing Caltrans construction. For the most current delay and closure information—including upcoming four‑hour full closures—please check the Caltrans District 1 Road Information Bulletin for updates and follow their social media channels.
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Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Chateau Bat NightSun Aug 30 2026Meet by the Visitor Center at the Caves and be ready for a night of fun and learning.
- Night BirdsSat Sep 12 2026
- Chateau Bat NightSun Sep 13 2026Meet by the Visitor Center at the Caves and be ready for a night of fun and learning.