Experts' Choice Award Ruby Falls
What the experts agree on
Ruby Falls is North America's tallest underground waterfall, hidden inside Lookout Mountain near Chattanooga. The cascading mist and dramatic colored lighting make it a must-see natural wonder that feels genuinely otherworldly.
Atlas Obscura "The mysterious wonder of an underground waterfall is illuminated by multicolored lights. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report6.0
"Located along the Tennessee River Gorge just south of downtown Chattanooga, Ruby Falls is one of Lookout Mountain's most popular attractions — and it was discovered completely by accident." Full review
Fodor's "More than 80 years ago, Leo Lambert and a small crew spent 17 hours inside this cavern before discovering what is now the world's tallest and deepest underground waterfall (145 feet) open..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "his underground waterfall drops 145 feet through a vertical shaft within Tennessee’s Lookout Mountain. A stream that flows 1,120 feet underground feeds the waterfall. Ruby Falls, along..." Full review
Lonely Planet "Stunning natural landsces, including Ruby Falls, the largest underground waterfall in the US"
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Lonely Planet "After an elevator ride takes you deep inside Lookout Mountain, set off on a guided hike to Ruby Falls, winding through narrow limestone passages and wild rock formations on the way. Learn..."
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Condé Nast Traveler "Bask in the cool mist at Ruby Falls, the tallest underground waterfall on the planet"
National Geographic
