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A favorite destination for 90 years, Ruby Falls is home to the tallest and deepest underground waterfall open to the public in the United States. Discover hidden beauty deep inside Lookout Mountain on the Cave Walk to Ruby Falls led by a Ruby Falls guide. Descend 260 feet by elevator into the mountain and explore the cavern trail to the tallest and deepest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States. Learn the story behind the accidental discovery of the cavern, see stunning rock formations, and experience the thundering waterfall! The Cave Walk to Ruby Falls is approximately 1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes, depending on date and time of visit.
Amazing views are abundant at Ruby Falls. Take in the beautiful scenery of the Tennessee Valley, Cumberland Plateau, and Tennessee River from high atop Lookout Mountain Tower and Blue Heron Overlook. Spectacular vistas are also found from the front porch of the historic Cavern Castle and on the Village Plaza where you can relax and enjoy the mountain breeze.
Experience adrenaline-pumping fun at High Point ZIP Adventure, featuring soaring zip lines and a 40-foot climbing tower located in the treetops of Lookout Mountain surrounded by one-of-a-kind views.
Ruby Falls Entrance & Ticket Atrium
The Ticket Atrium entrance features a stunning 37-foot waterfall mural, ticket desk, self-serve ticket kiosks, and guest locker rentals. Ruby Falls timed-entry tickets allow guests to make the most of their visit to Lookout Mountain.
Tours sell out quickly! In response to COVID-19, tour group sizes are significantly reduced. Tours are by reservation only, and tickets must be purchased online in advance. Availability is limited.
Beginning July 10, any person over the age of 2 is required to wear a face covering while inside Ruby Falls cave and facilities as directed by the Hamilton County Health Department. Per CDC guidelines, children under the age of two should not wear a face covering.
Ruby Falls’ narrow cavern trail and elevator to the cave do not consistently accommodate 6 feet of social distancing.
Ruby Falls Village Plaza
A gathering place and crossroad to adventure, the Village Plaza is the perfect spot to relax, savor time with friends and family, and take in the spectacular view. Enjoy the mountain breeze while creating memories to last a lifetime.
Ruby Falls Hours
8 am - 8 pm Eastern Time
Ruby Falls Cave Adventures
Cave Walk to Ruby Falls
Ruby Falls cave adventures are modified for current recommended COVID-19 precautions.
Reservation Required - Tickets Sold Online Only
Limited Availability
Tickets sell out quickly! In response to COVID-19, tour group sizes are significantly reduced. The Cave Walk to Ruby Falls is by reservation only, and tickets must be purchased online in advance. Admission is limited to 20 – 30 guests on each Cave Walk to Ruby Falls. Guests over the age of 2 are required to wear a face covering. Per CDC guidelines, children under the age of two should not wear a face covering. Ruby Falls’ narrow cavern trail and elevator to the cave do not consistently accommodate 6 feet of social distancing.
Discover the hidden beauty inside Lookout Mountain on the Cave Walk to Ruby Falls led by a Ruby Falls guide. Descend 260 feet by elevator into the mountain and explore the cavern trail to the tallest and deepest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States. Learn the story behind the accidental discovery of the cavern, see stunning rock formations, and experience the thundering waterfall!
8 am - 8 pm Eastern Time
Timed-Entry Admission
The Cave Walk to Ruby Falls is on average 1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes, depending on date and time of visit.
Lantern Tour
Ruby Falls cave adventures are modified for current recommended COVID-19 precautions.
Experience Ruby Falls in a new light! Discover the wonder of the cavern like its discoverer, Leo Lambert did in 1928. During this after hours, specialty tour, the cavern and its trail is illuminated only by hand-held lanterns. Rock formations and shadows take on new intriguing dimensions as elite guides share stories exclusive to this tour. Lantern Tours are a unique way to explore the falls and cavern after hours with a fun, extended tour featuring a laid-back pace and limited-sized group. For ages 5 and up.
Guests over the age of 2 are required to wear a face covering. Per CDC guidelines, children under the age of two should not wear a face covering. Ruby Falls’ narrow cavern trail and elevator to the cave do not consistently accommodate 6 feet of social distancing.
Friday Nights, January - November and by Advanced Request for Groups of 8 or More.
Lantern Tour: Ghost Walk Edition
Ruby Falls cave adventures are modified for current recommended COVID-19 precautions.
Get in the Halloween spirit with a special edition tour featuring ghost stories from the 91-year history of Ruby Falls. On your way to the waterfall, hear the tales and visit the sites of peculiar encounters, mischievous mayhem and tragedy while exploring the cavern by the light of handheld lanterns. For ages 12 and up.
Guests over the age of 2 are required to wear a face covering. Per CDC guidelines, children under the age of two should not wear a face covering. Ruby Falls’ narrow cavern trail and elevator to the cave do not consistently accommodate 6 feet of social distancing.
After-hours on select Thursday and Saturday nights in October.
This NEW tour is expected to sell-out quickly. Make reservation in advance, tickets are limited.
Gentle Walking Tour
Temporarily Unavailable
A slower paced journey through the cavern with extended early access to the waterfall, featuring in-depth historical and geographical content and exclusive Ruby Falls stories with a senior-level guide.
Presented on select dates year-round
Ticket Pricing
Cave Walk to Ruby Falls
Adults: $22.95
Children (3-12): $12.95
Ruby Falls Lantern Tour
For ages 5 and up.
Adults: $32.95
Children (5-12): $32.95
Includes miner's helmet for children
Reservations Required
Shopping
Designed to encourage curiosity in caves and geology, the Village Gift Shops offer an extensive collection of curated keepsakes and gifts. Tried-and-true favorites and new classics, including a rock candy mountain, make this shop a pleasure to explore.
Dining
In response to COVID-19, Cavern Café, Back Porch, and Ruby's Kitchen are temporarily closed. Grab and go snacks are available in the Village Gift Shop. Outside food and beverages are not permitted.
Fuel your Ruby Falls adventure!
Cavern Cafe - Quick-serve with table seating in the Cavern Castle
Back Porch - Seasonal outdoor food carts with shaded seating on the Village Plaza
Ruby's Kitchen - Grab-and-Go cooler in the Village Gift Shop
Fresh Roasted Nuts - Delicious cinnamon-glazed pecans, cashews, peanuts, and almonds. Available at multiple locations throughout Ruby Falls.
Spectacular Views
Delight in breathtaking views of the Tennessee Valley, Cumberland Plateau, and Tennessee River from the historic Lookout Mountain Tower and accessible Blue Heron Overlook. Blue Heron Overlook is connected by elevated walkway to the Lookout Mountain Tower, where you can enjoy panoramic views overlooking the Tennessee River. Beautiful scenery is abundant at Ruby Falls!
High Point ZIP Adventure at Ruby Falls
Open seasonally, High Point ZIP Adventure is the ultimate zip line and climbing adventure located in the forest tree tops on Lookout Mountain. Featuring 700-feet of rushing zip lines and a 40-foot climbing tower, High Point ZIP Adventure offers incredible views of the Tennessee River and Tennessee Valley.
High Point ZIP Adventure is a separately ticketed activity. Weight and age restrictions apply. Closed-toe and Closed-heel shoes required. Discounted Ruby Falls + High Point ZIP Adventure combination packages are available.