Cliff Nature Trail,
Oregon Caves National Monument

Located 13.1 miles from Cave Junction, Oregon (OR)
4 Stars
1,075 Steps 1  (0.5 mi)
Trails National Monuments Oregon Caves Cliff Nature Trail

There are two trailheads for the Cliff Nature Trail, the first trailhead is located at the visitor center, the second trailhead is accessed via the parking lot behind the Chateau. Both trails ultimately connect after a short distance. The Cliff Nature Trail is the most popular trail within the park. A visit to the Chateau is a must, the rustic hotel was built during 1934 and has a restaurant, a 1930's style coffee shop and a gift shop.

Cliff Nature Trail

Elevation

The Cliff Nature Trail has a maximum elevation of 4,335 ft., a minimum elevation of 4,153 ft. and an elevation range of 182 ft.

Metrics

[ A to B ] or [ B to A ]
Length 2Min Ele 3Max Ele 4Range 5
0.5 mi4,153 ft4,335 ft182 ft
[ A to B ]
Time 6Floors 7Gain 8Loss 9
14 min10.7128 ft155 ft
[ B to A ]
TimeFloorsGainLoss
15 min12.9155 ft128 ft
Data Accuracy
5 Stars
Data Reliability
5 Stars

Calories

The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.

Topo Maps

Download the PDF Cliff Nature Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.

Adjoining 7.5' Quadrangle Legend

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  1. Northwest Topo Map: Holland, OR
  2. North Topo Map: Kerby Peak, OR
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Williams, OR
  4. West Topo Map: Takilma, OR
  5. Topo Map: Oregon Caves, OR
  6. East Topo Map: Grayback Mountain, OR
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Polar Bear Mountain, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Deadman Point, OR
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Figurehead Mountain, CA

FAQ

What is the length of the Cliff Nature Trail?
The length of the trail is 0.5 miles (0.8 km) or 1,075 steps.

How long does it take to hike the Cliff Nature Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 14 minutes in one direction and in 15 minutes in the opposite direction.

Warnings

Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin. (cdc.gov)

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Footnotes

  1. Steps is a unit of distance equal to the sum of stride lengths that vary with the terrain.
  2. Length is the distance of the trail between the two trailheads, measured on the trail.
  3. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail.
  4. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail.
  5. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  6. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  7. Floors is the gain divided by twelve feet, the height of one floor.
  8. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  9. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.