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Important Message

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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Autumn view showing tree foliage in orange, yellow, reds and gold from the top of a tower.
A craft beer is next to a plate with potato chips and a grilled chicken croissant sandwich is placed on a table in front of a stone fireplace with a fire.
A woman rides a zipline through trees
A table is set for a party with flowers, plates, napkins and glasses in Skyline Loft event venue. Large windows are in the background with a view of the Cumberland Plateau and blue sky.
Outside luxury treehouse with cafe lights, firepit and seating in the evening surrounded by forest at Ruby Falls.
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A family walks admiring the caves next to a sign reading
Illustration of a desolate muddy road with the silhouette of trees on one side, a dark house on the other side of the road and a large black raven flying overhead.

Special Events

Building the Big Nine:
A Legacy of Black Excellence

July 30 - November 06

Lantern Tour: Ghost Walk Edition

September 07 - October 31

Homeschool Days

September 14 - September 20

Dread Hollow
Haunted House

October 02 - November 02
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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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Our Blog

Let Nature Surprise You: Summertime at Ruby Falls

Nestled within the heart of Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Ruby Falls is a refreshing retreat when the Southern summer heat rolls in thick and heavy, offering unforgettable sights…

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Our Blog

Dog Friendly Places in Chattanooga You’ll Love

Many of us on the Ruby Falls team are devoted to our dogs and adore being out and about in Chattanooga with our 4-legged friends. We know dogs are family…

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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.