Ruby Falls is a famous underground waterfall located within Lookout Mountain Cave, near Chattanooga, Tennessee. It lies over 1,120 feet (340 m) beneath the surface of Lookout Mountain and is notable for both its natural beauty and historical significance. In 1928 a local cave enthusiast and chemist named Leo Lambert spearheaded efforts to reopen the cave system for tourism. While drilling an elevator shaft to reach the lower Lookout Mountain Cave, workers accidentally discovered a narrow passage that led to a previously unknown cavern. Lambert and a small team explored the newly found passage and, after hours of crawling, discovered the spectacular 145-foot underground waterfall. He named it "Ruby Falls" in honor of his wife, Ruby.
Glad you made the trip next door to see the Falls. It is amazing to see.
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