Oregon Caves National Monument - Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessibility: Only the first room of the cave is accessible for wheelchairs. The visitor center and lodge are not currently wheelchair accessible. Both buildings are the original structures constructed in the 1920s and 1930s. One is designated as a National Historic Landmark. The NPS is about to complete a study on providing disabled access to the buildings and has requested funding for the necessary rehabilitation and repair projects.

Service Animals:

Since service animals cannot safely perform assistance functions in the cave due to irregular low ceilings, and steep, open or spiral staircases, no animals, including service animals, are permitted on a regular guided tour. In no instances shall animals be permitted to accompany individuals into the cave in the capacity of a companion or emotional support animal. Special arrangements can be made with the National Park Service to provide cave access for visitors covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act. All arrangements are subject to visitor safety and resource protection considerations. Animals have presented safety problems due to unwillingness or inability to negotiate steep, open-grate stairways.

Trails:

We are working on developing accessible trails.