Plan Your Visit
Cave Adventures Shopping Dining Views High Point ZIP Adventure
A favorite destination for over 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 the waterfall 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 view 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 Ruby Falls 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.
Advance Reservation Required. Masks are advised. Social distancing is not possible during cave tours or in the elevator to the cave.
Ruby Falls Entrance & Ticket Atrium
The Ticket Atrium entrance features a stunning 37-foot waterfall mural, welcome 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! Cave tours are by reservation only, and tickets must be purchased online in advance. Availability is limited. Walkup tickets are not available.
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
Varies by Season
Ruby Falls Cave Adventures
Cave Walk to Ruby Falls
Reservation Required - Tickets Sold Online Only (Walkup tickets are not available)
Limited Availability
Discover the hidden beauty inside Lookout Mountain on the Cave Walk to the waterfall led by a Ruby Falls guide. Descend 260 feet by glass-front elevator into Lookout 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!
Tickets sell out quickly! The Cave Walk to Ruby Falls is by reservation only, and tickets must be purchased online in advance.
Masks are advised. Social distancing is not possible in the elevator to the cave and during the Cave Walk due to the narrow cavern trail.
Timed Entry Admission
The Cave Walk to Ruby Falls lasts on average 1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes, depending on date and time of visit.
Lantern Tour
For ages 5 and up.
Advance Reservation Required - Tickets Sold Online Only
Experience Ruby Falls in a new light! During this after-hours specialty tour, the cavern and its trail are illuminated with only hand-held lanterns, featuring a laid-back pace and limited-sized group. For ages 5 and up.
Social distancing is not possible in the elevator to the cave and during Lantern Tours due to the narrow cavern trail. Masks are advised.
Friday Nights, After-hours
Make reservation in advance, this popular tour always sells out quickly.
Ticket Pricing
Cave Walk to Ruby Falls
Adults: $24.95
Children (3-12): $13.95
Ruby Falls Lantern Tour
For ages 5 and up
Adults: $39.95
Children (5-12): $39.95
Includes yellow miner's helmet for children ages 5-12
Reservations Required
Explore other great attractions on Lookout Mountain.
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
The Cavern Cafe is currently open on weekends. 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 - Currently open weekends only - Quick-serve with table seating in the Cavern Castle.
Back Porch - Seasonal outdoor food carts with shaded seating on the Village Plaza
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.