The Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve is hosting a public meeting this week for proposed changes in fees at Cave Creek Campground and Cave Tours.
The Virtual Public Meeting will be held this Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m., at "Oregon Caves Public Meeting." The call-in information is +1 202-640-1187 and the phone conference ID is "930 249 985#."
The park is proposing an increase of campsite fees at Cave Creek Campground to $20 from $10 for the next two years and an additional increase to $30 after several improvements -- including water and electrical at individual sites, accessible campsites, road improvements and new restrooms -- are completed.
A proposed increase for Cave Tours is also being considered -- $20 for adults, $15 for children and $65 for off-trail. The current rates are $10, $7 and $45, respectively.
Public engagement is an important part of the park's planning process. Public comments on the fee increases can be submitted to "parkplanning.nps.gov/ORCA-fees-24."
Comments may also be submitted via mail to: Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve, Office of the Superintendent, 19000 Caves Highway, Cave Junction, OR 97523.
All public comments on the fee increases will be accepted through August 30th.
