Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:19:40 +0000 Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Ruby Falls in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Ruby Falls has been captivating visitors since its grand opening in 1929—but its story began long before then. For more than a decade, founder Leo Lambert dreamed of finding an entrance to the closed off Lookout Mountain Cave, and after lot’s of searching he found something even more beautiful.

]]> Wonder Down Under: Discovering the Hidden Underworld of Ruby Falls https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wonder-down-under-discovering-the-hidden-underworld-of-ruby-falls/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wonder-down-under-discovering-the-hidden-underworld-of-ruby-falls/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wonder-down-under-discovering-the-hidden-underworld-of-ruby-falls/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

An adventurous chemist and his true love stumbled upon prehistoric caverns more than 1,000 feet below the surface of Lookout Mountain. Their shared passion for each other and for this hidden underworld inspired the creation of a remarkable destination—one that has grown to become one of the

]]> Wauhatchie Boulders: A Climber's Secret Oasis in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wauhatchie-boulders/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wauhatchie-boulders/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/wauhatchie-boulders/ Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Tucked at the foot of Lookout Mountain, just a stone’s throw from Chattanooga’s St. Elmo neighborhood, a climbing oasis that combines adventure with environmental stewardship awaits you. The St. Elmo Boulders—more commonly known as the Wauhatchie Boulders —have been transformed from a forgotten,

]]> Best Places to See Fall Colors https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/best-places-to-see-fall-colors/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/best-places-to-see-fall-colors/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/best-places-to-see-fall-colors/ Fri, 23 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Looking for great ways to see dazzling fall colors?

Chattanooga offers many options to see the brilliant changing colors by land, water, and air! Enjoy miles and miles of breathtaking vistas from Signal Point (the southern terminus of the Cumberland Trail), Raccoon Mountain, Sunset Rock, Lula Lake

]]> Your Guide to Shopping the World's Longest Yard Sale in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/guide-to-the-worlds-longest-yard-sale-chattanooga-edition/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/guide-to-the-worlds-longest-yard-sale-chattanooga-edition/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/guide-to-the-worlds-longest-yard-sale-chattanooga-edition/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400

This blog was updated July 29, 2025.

Do you live by the motto “one’s man trash is another man’s treasure?” Do you enjoy searching high and low for the best deals, or simply love to bargain? Do you spend your days sifting through the newest and largest yard sales in your area? Well, no worries,

]]> Lookout Mountain Lore Part 2: Legacy Attractions https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/lookout-lore-legacy-attractions/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/lookout-lore-legacy-attractions/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/lookout-lore-legacy-attractions/ Tue, 07 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

The legacy attractions that decorate Lookout Mountain capture the unique spirit of Chattanooga. Ruby Falls embodies the spirit of the adventurer, inviting visitors to explore its subterranean waterfall. Rock City showcases the whimsical and quirky potential of Chattanooga, with its enchanting rock

]]> Hiking From Cravens House to Sunset Rock: A Chattanooga Classic https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/hiking-from-cravens-house-to-sunset-rock/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/hiking-from-cravens-house-to-sunset-rock/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/hiking-from-cravens-house-to-sunset-rock/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Iconic. Scenic. Popular. Worthwhile.... Whatever word you want to use, the hike from Lookout Mountain's historic Cravens House to Sunset Rock is always a solid option when seeking a Chattanooga hiking experience. It's one of those hikes that'll never let you down. Close proximity to downtown? Check.

]]> Magical Treehouse Stays in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/magical-treehouse-stays-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/magical-treehouse-stays-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/magical-treehouse-stays-in-chattanooga/ Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Are you looking to feel like a kid again with an overnight stay (or two) in a treehouse near Chattanooga? Lucky for you, these unique getaways are a-plenty in the Chattanooga area! Wake up in the treetops with all the luxuries your heart desires with this round-up of some of our favorite local

]]> Exploring Lookout Mountain Lore: Unveiling its Rich History Part 1 https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/lookout-mountain-lore-part-1/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/lookout-mountain-lore-part-1/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/lookout-mountain-lore-part-1/ Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

An Introduction to Lookout Mountain

Lookout Mountain is a timeless symbol of Chattanooga's rich history and natural beauty. It seamlessly integrates nature with the city's identity, attracting adventurers like mountain bikers, climbers, hang-gliders, and hikers, as well as history enthusiasts. For

]]> Planning Your RV Trip in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/planning-your-rv-trip-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/planning-your-rv-trip-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/planning-your-rv-trip-in-chattanooga/ Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This blog was updated August 2025.

Loading up in the RV brings anticipation of adventures ahead – what will you see on the road? Who will you meet in the campground? What stories will you share around the campfire? Road trips are an American pastime and more popular than ever this year. RV travel

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