Why You Should Go...

Journey deep inside historic Lookout Mountain to see the tallest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States! Descend 260 feet in a glass-front elevator and explore the cavern trail on a guided walk to the thundering underground waterfall.

Learn the story behind the accidental discovery of the cavern, see stunning rock formations, and experience the awe-inspiring waterfall light show!

Discover breathtaking views from the park’s scenic overlooks.  Relax with a casual meal surrounded by history and nature in the park’s limestone castle built in 1929. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Glide through the treetops on fun ziplines and conquer the 40-foot climbing tower with multiple routes of varying difficulty at Ruby Falls High Point ZIP Adventure. 

Why You Should Go...

Journey deep inside historic Lookout Mountain to see the tallest cave waterfall open to the public in the United States! Descend 260 feet in a glass-front elevator and explore the cavern trail on a guided walk to the thundering underground waterfall.

Learn the story behind the accidental discovery of the cavern, see stunning rock formations, and experience the awe-inspiring waterfall light show!

Discover breathtaking views from the park’s scenic overlooks.  Relax with a casual meal surrounded by history and nature in the park’s limestone castle built in 1929. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Glide through the treetops on fun ziplines and conquer the 40-foot climbing tower with multiple routes of varying difficulty at Ruby Falls High Point ZIP Adventure. 

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round

Cost: Less than $50

Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover, ATM On-Site

Discounts: Groups

Access: Service Animals

Parking: Free On-site, Bus

Available: Guided Tour, Café, Patio Dining, Wi-fi, Gift Shop, Souvenirs, Lockers

Comfortable closed-toe and closed-heel shoes are recommended.

Cave Adventures sell out quickly. Advance Online Reservation Required.

Ruby Falls is not stroller-accessible.

Closed on Christmas Day.

Ruby Falls was discovered in 1928.

The temperature inside the cave is 60 degrees year-round.

Due to its cavern location, Ruby Falls is a great place to escape on rainy days. In fact, rainy days are a terrific time to visit because rainfall increases the flow of the waterfall, making it especially beautiful.