Sea Lion Caves
A sea cave on Highway 101 north of Florence where an elevator takes you down to watch the sea lions, which are mostly inside the cave in winter and spring.
Florence, OR, from $18
Caves in Oregon
3 caves in Oregon run public tours. Here is what each one is like and how to visit.
Updated 2026-10-22. 3 of 3 checked in full against official sources.
Oregon Caves National Monument
A national monument cave in Oregon toured on 90-minute ranger-led Discovery tours from late March to early November.
Oregon, from $20
Fort Rock Cave
An archaeological cave in Oregon visited only on reserved state park tours from late April to June; its location isn't shared.
Oregon
Oregon caves side by side
| Cave | Inside | Adult ticket | Run by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Lion Caves | not yet checked | $18 | Privately operated |
| Oregon Caves National Monument | not yet checked | $20 | National park / federal |
| Fort Rock Cave | not yet checked | not yet checked | State park |
Questions people ask
How many caves can you tour in Oregon?
3 show caves run public tours. We leave out wild caves that are closed, gated or need a permit.
What should you wear in a cave?
Closed shoes with grip, because paths are often wet. Most caves stay between the high 40s and low 70s °F all year, so a light layer is enough.
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