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Cave Junction is a city in Southern Oregon , known as the gateway to the nearby Oregon Caves National Monument .

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Cave Junction is located on U.S. Route 199 (Redwood Highway) about 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Grants Pass . To get to the Oregon Caves, turn onto Oregon 46 and follow it 20 miles (32 km) to the monument.

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The 42.162894 -123.64704 1 Junction Inn bus stop on Redwood Highway at Caves Highway is the main stop for buses serving Cave Junction.

• SouthWest POINT , ☏ +1 541 883-2609 , toll-free: +1-888-900-2609 . Inter-city bus service serving southwestern Oregon and Del Norte County, California. The bus runs from Brookings and Crescent City to the west and Grants Pass , Medford , Ashland , and Klamath Falls to the east. Fares $8-35 based on distance . ( updated Jul 2015 )
• Josephine Community Transit , ☏ +1 541 474-5452 . Local transit service operating in Josephine County. The Route 50 bus links Cave Junction with Grants Pass , which is the hub of the JCT network. $2 one-way, $6 day pass . ( updated Jul 2015 )

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• Carlos Restaurante , 120 N Redwood Hwy , ☏ +1 541-592-4553 , [email protected] . ( updated Dec 2020 )

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• Vertical Horizons Treehouse Paradise , 3305 Dick George Rd. , ☏ +1 541-592-4751 . ( updated Sep 2017 )

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• Oregon Caves National Monument - The famous caves lie 20 miles east of Cave Junction on Oregon Route 46.

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Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve

21000 Caves Hwy, Cave Junction , Oregon 97523 USA

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“Marble halls of Oregon”

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!

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Tours through the Oregon Caves are seasonal and offered from late March through the end of November. The Monument is located at an elevation of 4,000 feet on the wooded slopes of the Siskiyou Mountains, part of the coastal mountain range of Oregon and California. When you visit, expect comfortable summer temperatures, snowy winters, and rain during spring and fall. The surrounding region offer unique geology and botany, wild and scenic rivers, wilderness areas, and historic features.    Prepare for the Cave Tour The cave temperature is a constant 41 degrees F (5 degrees C), so warm clothing is recommended. Wear good walking shoes, as the trail surface is uneven and slippery. Per the NPS, no flash lights should be brought on the tours. Cameras are ok. No tripods are allowed in the cave.  Children on Cave Tours Children must be at least 42 inches tall and be able to climb a set of test stairs unassisted to go on the basic tour of the cave. Children may not be carried by any means through the cave, and child care services are not available at the monument. Ask about special tours for small children. Tours are 5-10 minutes long and are free for all members of the family. A parent or guardian must accompany the child at all times.

Reviewed by E.Beggs

So much fun! The caves were spectacular. It is so cool to see what the earth looks like from the inside. The history of the site was cool too. The rangers did tell us that the candlelight tour was pretty neat. Expect long waits for a tour on the weekend. We waited 2+ hours for our tour however a party of 65 surprised the staff that morning making for long tour waits. Kids 7 and 10 enjoyed their time underground. Make sure to participate in the Junior Ranger program!

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Out of the way but amazing cave experience!

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For the entire month of October, Oregon Caves will be hosting the Haunted Candlelight tour that takes guests on a spooky adventure throughout the dark and spider-infested underground tunnels. Each group will be given a designated tour guide to creep them out with tales of local hauntings, and ghost stories about the cave itself.

Reviewed by Mopar Miles

Very friendly and welcoming staff. Incredible adventure through the caves and time. The hotel is majestic and the cafe is a must stop for a nice treat. I recommend the shakes!

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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!

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No food at park. Chateau Closed for Repair and Rehabilitation.

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Friends of the Oregon Caves and Chateau is a non profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserve.

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