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Cave Creek Campground in Oregon
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Cave Creek Campground

Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve, Oregon

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As of September 2026, Cave Creek Campground is a campground in Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve with 17 campsites. Cave Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Cave Creek Campground is located at 42.1146ยฐ N, 123.4320ยฐ W.
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Cave Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Next Available Dates

Sep 30 (17 sites)Oct 1 (17 sites)Oct 2 (16 sites)

17 sites open on Sep 30 at Cave Creek Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 04:24 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Group bookings open: 1 Months
  • Book up to: 1 Months

Published by Recreation.gov for Cave Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cave Creek Campground

  • Tent 17

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking.

All sites at Cave Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Main Loop loop.

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About Cave Creek Campground

Overview

Cave Creek Campground is open for reservations Memorial Day - Labor Day weekends. Sites are open to tent camping only and cannot accommodate RVs or travel trailers.

Reservations are accepted 14 days in advance either online or at one of the visitor centers between 9 am and 4 pm. Visitor centers are located at 201 Caves Highway and 21000 Caves Highway, Cave Junction, Oregon 97523. Only credit/debit cards are accepted for all cave tour fees, campground fees, and Interagency Passes.

Entrance to Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve is free, but cave access is only available with a guide.

The Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve offers a variety of hiking trails through old growth forests, high mountain meadows, or along babbling moutain creeks. The surface areas of the park remain open year-round. There is no fee to enter the park or hike the surface hiking trails.

Looking for an adventure? Explore a mountain inside and out. Twist and bend through angled marble passages deep underground on a ranger-guided tour of the Oregon Caves. Wonder at the smooth flowstones, stalactites and stalagmites. Above ground, you can hike old growth forests and high mountain meadows. Visit, discover, and have fun. Cave tours generally run late March through early November. Hiking trails are open year-round.

Recreation

Hiking trails.

Facilities

Camping site, campfire rings, picnic tables, drinking water and vault toilets

Natural Features

Cave Creek running through the campground and surrounded by old growth forest.

Nearby Attractions

Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellation must be submitted at least 24 hours prior to your selected time to receive a refund. You may cancel online or by calling (877) 444-6777. On site refunds are not available.

Expect construction and other summer traffic related delays when planning your route through Hwy. 199 and Hwy. 46.

Rules and notices at Cave Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cave Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Cave Creek Campground is open for tent camping only. Sites cannot accommodate RVs or Travel Trailers.

The drive from Cave Junction to the Oregon Caves takes a minimum of 60 Minutes.

*Please, DO NOT, trust Google Map, GPS devices and similar applications - from the east these direct you through Williams, Oregon and over a confusing route on mountainous gravel roads. Western travelers are promised an earlier arrival time than safely possible.

*Maintain your lane. We understand the route is narrow and mountainous, but for your safety and everyone else traveling Hwy. 46, please, maintain your lane at all times.

If you have a pet be prepared! Pets must be on a leash and stay on paved roads when not in a vehicle. Pets are prohibited on trails, inside the cave, and in park facilities. Pets may be left unattended in vehicles, however, please be aware that if pets display signs of distress due to conditions such as hot weather, owners may be cited for endangering an animal. Whenever possible, please leave your pets at home, or look into nearby boarding options.

No Wifi or cell service in the campground.

Cave Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cave Creek Campground?

Cave Creek Campground is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cave Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cave Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cave Creek Campground have?

Cave Creek Campground has 17 campsites.

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