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at Ruby Falls

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Plan ahead and purchase timed-entry cave tour tickets online in advance of your visit, as time slots sell out quickly. See you soon!

Lookout Mountain Tower

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The Accidental Discovery

An unlikely chemist from Indiana ushered in a new age of exploration with an accidental discovery deep within Lookout Mountain. The discovery of Ruby Falls in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and the legacy it created is both remarkable and endearing. It is a tale of unlikely odds, love, and determination.

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A Guide to Savoring Springtime on
Lookout Mountain

Springtime in Chattanooga is the ultimate reward for making it through the final weeks of winter…and it’s glorious! Spring in the Scenic City brings songbirds and show-stopping cherry blossoms. Our…

Snow covers the rooftops of the venues, ground and trees at Ruby Falls. The sky is cloudy and grey.

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Winter at Ruby Falls: Big Nature. Quiet Moments. No Crowds.

Winter has a way of revealing a different side of places we think we already know—and Ruby Falls is no exception. Located on Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee, this…

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Pick Your Adventure!

Cave Adventure options include the faster-paced, guided Cave Walk to the waterfall, featuring a general overview of the cave with pre-recorded audio, and our more in-depth Specialty Tours led by senior-level guides, with a smaller number of participants, and a relaxed pace.