Permits & Reservations

Reservations for Cave Tours

Limited reservations for cave tours at Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve are available for at Recreation.gov.

Same-day tickets are usually available on a first-come, first-served basis at park visitor centers. We strongly recommend buying tickets at the Illinois Valley Visitor Center in Cave Junction. It is a 40-minute drive plus time too walk to the cave entrance. Buying tickets in Cave Junction will save you time and help you avoid potential sellouts.

Important Information

• No dining or lodging options are available in the park. We recommend bringing a picnic lunch or eating in Cave Junction before making the trip.
• The Oregon Caves Chateau, café, and dining room are CLOSED until further notice due to ongoing repairs and rehabilitation.

 

Special Park Use Permits

You do not need a permit for:

• Using cameras or recording devices for personal use.
• News crews filming or photographing breaking news events. However, the superintendent may still impose restrictions to protect park resources and visitor safety.

A Commercial Filming/Still Photography Permit is required for:

• Commercial filming involving professional casts, settings, or crews.
• Still photography used for commercial advertising or commerce.

Applications for special use permits take at least three weeks to process, and drone usage requires Regional approval.

For more information or to apply, contact the Special Park Use Coordinator at [e-mail].