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Oregon Caves National MonumentEmployees of the Chateau during 1930s of women wearing grass and flowers, perhaps cavewomen of the Cavemen.
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Oregon Caves National Monument
People

Many people have influenced Oregon Caves. After Elijah Davidson entered the cave in 1874 more people followed, and the caves were developed for tours.

Protect and Preserve

After visiting the caves in 1907, Joaquin Miller wrote an article about his experience in the cave. This was the first nationwide coverage of the caves. Due to the urging of Miller, C.B. Watson, and other influential people the caves were declared a National Monument by President William Howard Taft in 1909.
Early explores of Oregon Caves used candles to find their way.  

Did You Know?
When visitors came to Oregon Caves in the late 1800's they had to explore the cave by candle light.

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Last Updated: August 21, 2006 at 15:43 EST