Historic Oregon Caves Lodge

Oregon Caves Lodge, one of the great lodges of the west, Oregon Caves National Monument, Cave Junction, southwest Oregon. Oregon Caves Lodge is one of the great lodges of the west and located at the end of Oregon Caves Highway about 20 miles from Cave Junction and Highway 199 in southwest Oregon. It is nestled among old growth Douglas-fir trees at an elevation of 4,000 feet in the Siskiyou Mountains. The entrance to Oregon Caves and the Oregon Caves National Monument Visitor Center are located within walking distance. Four loop trails also start near the entrance to the lodge. A gift store with art from local crafters and artisans is located next to the main dining area.

Oregon Caves lodge lobby has original Monterey Furniture that was bought in the 1930's. Oregon Caves National Monument, Cave Junction, southwest Oregon The lodge was constructed in 1934 and today contains the original furnishings. Visitors are welcome to walk through the main lobby and down to the gift store and dining floor to look at the internal construction and historic furnishings.

The Civilian Conservation Corps played a large role in designing and installing the rock work seen around the historic district where the lodge is located. These crews spent their summers working at Crater Lake and their winters working at Oregon Caves. The camp used by crews is located about eight miles below Oregon Caves near the historic Cedar Camp Ranger Station. The siding on this building and the Oregon Caves Lodge are both made from the bark of the Port Orford cedar giving them an appearance that is unique to this region.

Lodge Reservations and Information

Oregon Caves Outfitters Website

Contact Reservations, lodge and dining information

541 592-3400 Lodge staff for information about lodging.

541 592-2100 National Park staff can provide information about trails, cave tours, and things to do in the region.

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