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Sightseeing
Rock City will amaze you...it's in our nature! Located atop Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views. Take an unforgettable journey along the Enchanted Trail where each step reveals natural beauty and wonders along the woodland path. Experience the magic of Fairyland Caverns and Mother Goose Village, visit one of our regional gift shops and dine at the Big Rock Grill. Rock City is splendid year-round -
"Each season there's a new reason to visit!"
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Rock City Gardens
1400 Patten RdRock City will amaze you...it's in our nature! Located atop Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views. Take an unforgettable journey along the Enchanted Trail where each step reveals natural beauty and wonders along the woodland path. Experience the magic of Fairyland Caverns and Mother Goose Village, visit one of our regional gift shops and dine at the Big Rock Grill. Rock City is splendid year-round -
"Each season there's a new reason to visit!"
Experience and enjoy one of the most scenic, wildest areas in Tennessee with a visit to the Foster Falls Area, South Cumberland State Park. Operated by Tennessee State Parks and located near Tracy City, Tennessee, this recreation area provides a safe, and beautiful base for exploring the south end of the Cumberland Plateau. Foster Falls is a spectacular 60-foot waterfall plunging into a deep pool.
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Zone de loisirs de Foster Falls
498 Foster Falls RdExperience and enjoy one of the most scenic, wildest areas in Tennessee with a visit to the Foster Falls Area, South Cumberland State Park. Operated by Tennessee State Parks and located near Tracy City, Tennessee, this recreation area provides a safe, and beautiful base for exploring the south end of the Cumberland Plateau. Foster Falls is a spectacular 60-foot waterfall plunging into a deep pool.
Nickajack Lake has a total of 215 miles of winding shoreline, 10,370 acres of surface area and is 46 miles long, extending up to Chickamauga Dam. The watershed (which is the area of land providing drainage to the reservoir) for Nickajack Lake is 21,900 square miles. Nickajack Dam was named for Nickajack Cave located about a mile upstream.
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Nickajack Lake
Nickajack Lake has a total of 215 miles of winding shoreline, 10,370 acres of surface area and is 46 miles long, extending up to Chickamauga Dam. The watershed (which is the area of land providing drainage to the reservoir) for Nickajack Lake is 21,900 square miles. Nickajack Dam was named for Nickajack Cave located about a mile upstream.
Biologically, Nickajack Cave is one of the most important caves in the Tennessee Valley, serving as a maternity roost for the gray bat. Pregnant females arrive in spring to give birth to a single pup. Pockets in the cave ceiling trap warm air, which provides just the right temperature for developing baby bats.
Bats can be seen from a viewing platform each evening at Nickajack Cave between late April and early September. In the fall, they migrate to cooler caves to hibernate. Nickajack Cave is too warm to provide roosting habitat for gray bats during winter months.
Nickajack Cave Wildlife Refuge
Mapleview RoadBiologically, Nickajack Cave is one of the most important caves in the Tennessee Valley, serving as a maternity roost for the gray bat. Pregnant females arrive in spring to give birth to a single pup. Pockets in the cave ceiling trap warm air, which provides just the right temperature for developing baby bats.
Bats can be seen from a viewing platform each evening at Nickajack Cave between late April and early September. In the fall, they migrate to cooler caves to hibernate. Nickajack Cave is too warm to provide roosting habitat for gray bats during winter months.
Ruby Falls is the nation's tallest and deepest underground waterfall open to the public. The breathtaking falls were accidentally discovered by Leo Lambert in 1928 deep within Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Lambert named the falls after his wife, Ruby, and opened the Chattanooga attraction to the public in 1929. Today, Ruby Falls welcomes over half a million visitors each year from around the world. Descend 260 feet by elevator into historic Lookout Mountain to tour the underground cavern, see the falls and discover why this unique destination has been named one of the best things to do in Tennessee for over 90 years. Adventure awaits at Ruby Falls!
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Chutes Ruby
Ruby Falls is the nation's tallest and deepest underground waterfall open to the public. The breathtaking falls were accidentally discovered by Leo Lambert in 1928 deep within Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Lambert named the falls after his wife, Ruby, and opened the Chattanooga attraction to the public in 1929. Today, Ruby Falls welcomes over half a million visitors each year from around the world. Descend 260 feet by elevator into historic Lookout Mountain to tour the underground cavern, see the falls and discover why this unique destination has been named one of the best things to do in Tennessee for over 90 years. Adventure awaits at Ruby Falls!
The Incline Railway is a funicular railway system over a hundred years old! It's powered by two 100 horsepower winches developed by the Otis Elevator Company. The Incline Railway approximately one-mile long single track system, except for the passing loop in the middle, allowing both counter-balanced trains to operate at one time.
The Incline’s trolley-style cars climb through the natural beauty surrounding historic Lookout Mountain at a breathtaking 72.7% grade – straight up! Sit back, and enjoy the scenic views of the mountains and valleys from the observation windows on the train as well as the panoramic views from the observation tower at the Incline’s top station. Come see for yourself why the Incline is one of the most fun things to do in Chattanooga!
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Gare de Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
3917 St Elmo AveThe Incline Railway is a funicular railway system over a hundred years old! It's powered by two 100 horsepower winches developed by the Otis Elevator Company. The Incline Railway approximately one-mile long single track system, except for the passing loop in the middle, allowing both counter-balanced trains to operate at one time.
The Incline’s trolley-style cars climb through the natural beauty surrounding historic Lookout Mountain at a breathtaking 72.7% grade – straight up! Sit back, and enjoy the scenic views of the mountains and valleys from the observation windows on the train as well as the panoramic views from the observation tower at the Incline’s top station. Come see for yourself why the Incline is one of the most fun things to do in Chattanooga!
Food scene
The combination of chef-inspired food, expertly made craft beer, and spectacular views makes Top of The Rock a place like no other.
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Top of the Rock
1584 Jasper Highlands BlvdThe combination of chef-inspired food, expertly made craft beer, and spectacular views makes Top of The Rock a place like no other.
LANDING ZONE GRILL
One of the best and closest restaurants.
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Some of the best rock climbing in the country
Check out this rock climbing guide: https://www.southeasttennessee.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Rock-Climbing-Guide-FINAL-with-updated-logo-11.1.18-min.pdf
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