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Redmond Cave

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Redmond Cave is a prominent lava tube located in Oregon's Deschutes County, historically used by Native Americans and later for recreation.

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What exactly is Redmond Cave in Oregon?

The BLM's Redmond Caves Recreation Site is a group of five caves created when one lava tube collapsed. It sits in the city of Redmond in Deschutes County, near the Redmond Airport. [BLM](https://www.blm.gov/visit/redmond-caves-recreation-site)

What is the Native American history of Redmond Caves?

The BLM says Native Americans used the caves over the last 6,000 years. The site therefore has cultural history as well as volcanic geology, and visitors should leave artifacts and rock surfaces untouched. [BLM](https://www.blm.gov/visit/redmond-caves-recreation-site)

Can I explore Redmond Caves without a paid tour?

The site is open year round and has no fee, but the caves are preserved in a natural state without normal visitor amenities. BLM advises sturdy shoes and three light sources, so free access does not mean developed access. [BLM](https://www.blm.gov/visit/redmond-caves-recreation-site)

How does Redmond Cave differ from Hidden Forest Cave?

Redmond Caves are a BLM-managed group of five collapsed-tube openings inside Redmond, Oregon. Hidden Forest Cave is a separate Deschutes National Forest lava tube known for deep pits and sub-alpine entrance flora.

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