Explore Chattanooga Fall 2025

R emember the thrill of childhood wonder - the joy of exploring, imagining endless possibilities, and being in awe of the world around you? Fast-forward to adulthood, and well, life can get complicated. Pause the complications and let nature reawaken wonder. The benefits of spending time in nature are immediate! Autumn in Chattanooga brings crisp mornings, fall foliage, and unmatched outdoor activities. It’s the perfect time to hit your reset button while experiencing the best of the Scenic City. Travel deep inside Lookout Mountain and discover Ruby Falls, the tallest underground waterfall open to the public in the United States. Visitors descend 260 feet on a glass-front elevator into the ancient cave hidden inside the mountain. The one-mile round trip, guided walk along the paved cavern trail passes remarkable geological formations on the way to the thundering waterfall. The rare opportunity to be surrounded by millions of years of nature, created one drop of water at a time, changes your perspective. Standing near the towering waterfall, surrounded by massive, cathedral-like stone walls, you can’t help feeling a renewed sense of wonder and possibilities. Six types of cave adventures are offered at the park to find the right match for your schedule, interests, and personality. Options include the express Cave Walk to the Waterfall and Adults-Exclusive Cave Walk ; after-hours Lantern Tour ; and early-access Gentle Walking Tour , History Tour and the newly launched Geology Tour . Plus, autumn brings seasonal Ghost Walk Lantern Tours, on select nights. Through November 6, visitors can explore Building the Big Nine: A Legacy of Black Excellence , a special exhibit highlighting the vibrant historic Black business district that thrived in

Chattanooga during the late 1800s through the mid-20 th century. This free exhibit looks at the powerful resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial achievements that shaped the city as Black men and women navigated the deep complexities of racial discrimination. Discover the park’s scenic overlooks with unmatched views of the Cumberland Plateau and Tennessee River. Relax on the porch of the historic castle with a local craft beer and a fall treat from the café’s seasonal menu. You can even extend their adventure overnight in a luxury treehouse, and glide across woodland ziplines*. (*open seasonally) Though it feels a world apart, Ruby Falls is just 4-miles from downtown Chattanooga. Whether you’re chasing fall colors, seeking inspiration, or simply craving a break, Ruby Falls is the place where nature, adventure, and history come together, sparking wonder, joy and curiosity. Plan your visit and purchase tickets at RubyFalls.com.

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