Attraction · Tennessee
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
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One of the steepest passenger railways in the world — 72.7% grade at the top. You sit in a glass-front railcar and it climbs straight up the side of Lookout Mountain while your kids press their faces against the window and your spouse grips the armrest. The view from the top is spectacular. If you're doing Ruby Falls and Rock City anyway, the Incline is right there and adds maybe an hour. The Chattanooga Lookout Mountain trifecta is one of the best half-days on any road trip to Florida.
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Places to stay nearby
- Chattanooga Choo Choo HotelBook →
1400 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 · $$
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7013 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421 · $$
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Common questions about Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
Where is Lookout Mountain Incline Railway?
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway is at 3917 St Elmo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37409, Tennessee. It sits along I-24, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Lookout Mountain Incline Railway?
Typical hours: 8:30am–6pm (seasonal). Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Lookout Mountain Incline Railway like to visit on a family road trip?
One of the steepest passenger railways in the world — 72.7% grade at the top. You sit in a glass-front railcar and it climbs straight up the side of Lookout Mountain while your kids press their faces against the window and your spouse grips the armrest. The view from the top is spectacular. If you're doing Ruby Falls and Rock City anyway, the Incline is right there and adds maybe an hour. The Chattanooga Lookout Mountain trifecta is one of the best half-days on any road trip to Florida.
Is Lookout Mountain Incline Railway family-friendly?
Yes — Lookout Mountain Incline Railway earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at Lookout Mountain Incline Railway?
Most families spend an hour or two at Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, depending on kid stamina and weather.