How to Explore Oregon Caves National Monument

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Larry Owen

If you are planning a trip to Oregon, you might want to include a visit to Oregon Caves National Monument in your agenda. The cave and trails at the monument offer some spectacular glimpses of nature.

Things You'll Need

  • sturdy, comfortable walking shoes
  • sweatshirt or jacket
  • tickets for cave tour
  • water
  • hat
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Instructions

  1. Take A Cave Tour

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      Tours are available from the end of March through the end of November on a first come, first served basis.

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      Tours last about 90 minutes. During the tour you will see cave formations, marble walls, bats and other cave-dwelling creatures.

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      Wear sturdy walking shoes for the tour. Cave temperature is 44 degrees so a jacket or sweatshirt is recommended.

    Take a hike

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      There are plenty of trails at Oregon Caves National Monument. Talk to a park ranger about the condition and difficulty of any trails before embarkng on a hike.

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      Make sure you have plenty of water with you.

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      Wear comfortable sturdy shoes and a hat to provide protection from the sun.

Tips & Warnings

  • Cave temperature is 44 degrees. A jacket or sweatshirt is recommended.

  • Children must be at least 42 inches tall to tour the cave.

  • Pets are not allowed.

  • The cave tour can be strenuous. The entire route includes more than 500 stairs and a gradual climb of 230 feet. Visitors have to duck through some passageways.

  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions or for people who have trouble breathing or walking.

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