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Ruby Falls

Important Message for Guests Visiting Dec. 2-4

The cave elevator will be closed for scheduled maintenance. Guests will access the cave via an alternate entrance, with a one-mile shuttle ride each way. Please plan an extra 60-minutes for your visit to allow for extended cave access and shuttle.

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Adventure Awaits!

Pick your adventure and journey deep inside historic Lookout Mountain to see the tallest underground cave waterfall open to the public in the United States! Descend 260 feet by glass-front elevator and walk the cavern trail to the thundering waterfall.

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See the Waterfall

Journey deep inside historic Lookout Mountain.

$16.95 - $39.95

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GLIDE THROUGH THE TREETOPS

Soar to new heights at Ruby Falls High Point ZIP Adventure on Lookout Mountain!

$21.95

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Discovered in 1928

Ruby Falls was accidentally discovered by Leo Lambert in 1928 deep inside Lookout Mountain in Chattanoooga, Tennessee. Leo named the waterfall and cave after his wife, Ruby, and opened the iconic Chattanooga attraction to the public in 1929. Today, Ruby Falls welcomes guests from around the world to enjoy cave adventures, spectacular views of the Cumberland Plateau, gliding zip lines, luxury treehouse lodging and award-winning special events!

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EAT + DRINK

Make memories around the table in a historic castle

Casual meals, snacks and local craft beer

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SEE FOR MILES

Discover breathtaking views from Lookout Mountain Tower

Access included with cave adventures

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95 Years of Wonder!

Celebrate the 95th Anniversary of Ruby Falls

Special events, exhibit and more!

STAY IN A TREEHOUSE

Spend the night in a luxury treehouse on Lookout Mountain

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Upcoming Special Events

Holidays at
Ruby Falls on
Lookout Mountain

November 29 - December 24

Ruby Falls Discovery Day

December 30

Romance at Ruby

February 01 - February 15

100 Million Steps in March

March 01 - March 31
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Tour guide leading a tour with a flashlight in the caves of Ruby Falls
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Castle Cafe Fireplace

"It's a fun activity to go 260 feet down in an elevator to explore the underground caverns. Our tour was one of the high points of our trip." Yelp Review

"I went with my kids. It was a blast!" Google Review

"A must see! Absolutely stunning and such a wonderful way to admire nature." TripAdvisor Review

"Great cafe atmosphere giving you cozy cabin vibes." Google Review

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