Lava River Cave is a cave Bend located in United States.
Lava River Caves State Park (US 97) Bend , OR 97707 United States
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It is $5 to park . There's no other fee! There is a nice bench , right here ;) if you are afraid of the dark, imaginary abominable monsters, bats, or close spaces.
Very neat! You can rent lanterns from the Forest service to explore the caves ! It is just amazing to think how old the caves are!
I would say either bring a lantern or a really bright flashlight , or rent one from the park it's definitely worth the 5 bucks.
Bring warm clothes .... It gets very cold. Plan on an hour. Buy the 3-day pass for use in other attractions .
Plan on well over a 1 hour hike in and back if you take children under 5, and it is DARK even with a lantern so be careful if they have darkness issues.
Bring a jacket , flashlights , and cash for parking ! It's $5/day.
A drive to the top is a must. At 5202ft you have a spectacular view of surrounding mountains. See exhibit in ranger station and talk to the friendly park rangers. A 1/4 loop around cinder cone is fun. - Reggie Williams
There isn't an actual trail to the highest viewpoint, so you'll walk along the (not busy) lava road to the top. You will need to obtain time-based (ex. 11:15 you are allowed to drive up) view passes. - Jess B
the parking lot is full of mosquitoes, even late in summer. be sure to have plenty of protection before stepping out of the vehicle. - Chevy Pham
gorgeous area for a hike, riverside picnic, or a bike ride with the kids along the paved road. large picnic area for groups. - Chevy Pham
Amazing trail. Not too hard. - Dylan Boyd
The pretzels are hands down the best I have ever had. The fondue is ridiculous it's so good. - Gretchen Hoyt
Two really beautiful lakes, great walks up to Polina Peak and around Polina Lake. - Lynda Clark
Nice museum! Pretty informative about the cultures and wildlife found in Oregon. The outdoor exhibits were fun to walk around in. - Hina