One Mountain, Endless Memories
Sponsored by: Lookout Mountain
Ride the rails of history, explore legendary landscapes, and discover rich natural beauty. Visit Chattanooga’s crown jewel, Lookout Mountain, for unforgettable experiences.
INCLINE RAILWAY
Discover the thrill of riding one of the world’s steepest passenger railways at the historic Incline Railway in Chattanooga, Tennessee, offering breathtaking views from Lookout Mountain. Using a pulley and steel cable system called a funicular, the railway takes visitors from the base of the mountain to the top. Once there, take in the scenery while learning about the history of the Incline, which has been carrying passengers since 1895. Visitors can also walk to Point Park, which is part of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, showcasing videos and murals about the Battles for Chattanooga. After the ride down, explore the charming and historic town of St. Elmo. The Incline rail cars are wheelchair accessible.
RUBY FALLS
Let nature surprise you at Ruby Falls, where the spectacular beauty of Lookout Mountain abounds – above and below ground. Step inside the park’s historic limestone castle and ride a glass-front elevator deep into the mountain to access the scenic cave. See ancient geological formations along the cavern trail on the guided walk to the tallest underground waterfall open to the public in the U.S. Above ground, sweeping views of the Cumberland
Plateau, a cozy café, seasonal woodland ziplines and luxury treehouse lodging invite guests to linger. Ruby Falls blends adventure, Southern hospitality, natural beauty and wonder into an unforgettable experience. There’s always something new to discover at Ruby Falls.
ROCK CITY
Ready to see Rock City? This natural botanical rock garden is home to more than 400 native plant species, whimsical gnomes and a variety of winding pathways through awe-inspiring ancient rock formations. Visitors can
explore Fairyland Caverns, cross the famous Swing-A-Long Bridge, and make their way to Lover’s Leap. From there, enjoy the legendary See Seven States view – Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia and Alabama – all from one remarkable point. The scenery is stunning in every season, and with a Rock City Pass, you can experience its magic all year long.
Plan your adventure at lookoutmountain.com. Please note that each attraction is ticketed separately. Drive time between destinations is approximately 15 minutes.