Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve
191 nearby · 67 free and dispersed sites within 50 mi
Photo: NPS
1 current alert
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- InformationMajor road construction on Hwy 199Travelers 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.
At a glance
- Near the park
- 191 campgroundsWithin 50 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 67 sitesWithin 50 mi
Where to camp
Camping near the park 191
- Aerial viewCampground
Camp site
1.8 mi · Williams, OR
- Public Land
Chinquapin Group Campground
3.8 mi · Williams, OR
Free and dispersed nearby 67
See them on the map- Camp siteHappy Camp, CA17 mi
- Bee CampHappy Camp, CA17 mi
- Josephine Creek CampgroundKerby, OR17 mi
- Camp siteSelma, OR19 mi
- Camp siteSelma, OR19 mi
- Stevens CampTakilma, CA19 mi
Services nearby: 8 dump stations · 11 rest areas
About Oregon Caves
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…
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!
Photos: NPS · NPS Photo/ Summer Vogel
Things to do
- Camping
- Car or Front Country Camping
- RV Camping
- Caving
- Food
- Dining
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Hands-On
Plan your visit
Getting there
Take 199 to Cave Junction, Oregon. Turn onto OR-46 (a Chevron gas station is on the corner). Follow OR-46 for 20 miles to the Monument and Preserve.
Weather
For current weather conditions visit https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=42.07376224008719&lon=-123.3984375&site=mfr&smap=1&unit=0&lg=en&FcstType=text#.YCGJRWhKjIV
Plan your visit
Fees and passes
- Timed entry reservation$20
- Timed entry reservation$20
- Timed entry reservation$20
Hours
Cave tours are available Thursdays through Mondays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Reservations are available on recreation.gov for advanced tickets sales. Same day ticket sales will also be available at both visitor centers, but plan to arrive early to secure your spot. Please call our Illinois Valley Visitor Center at 541-592-5125 if you have any questions.
Getting there
Take 199 to Cave Junction, Oregon. Turn onto OR-46 (a Chevron gas station is on the corner). Follow OR-46 for 20 miles to the Monument and Preserve.
Weather
For current weather conditions visit https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=42.07376224008719&lon=-123.3984375&site=mfr&smap=1&unit=0&lg=en&FcstType=text#.YCGJRWhKjIV
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