827 East Brow Road, Lookout Mountain, Tennessee 423-812-4224 Take a ride aboard the world’s steepest passenger railway, “America’s most amazing mile”, to the top of scenic Lookout Mountain for spectacular views of Chattanooga and the surrounding mountains. A designated National Historic Site and National Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark that was built in 1895, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway boasts trolley-style railcars that originate at the base of Lookout Mountain. The railway boasts an amazing 72.7 percent grade near the top.
Once you reach the top of Lookout Mountain, tour Point Park, the site of the famous Civil War “Battle Above the Clouds” in 1863. Open year round, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway also features a Mile High Arcade, Ice Cream Depot, Candy Connection, snack bar and gift shops. To reach Lookout Mountain, take I-75 to I-24, Exit 178, and follow the signs. Lookout Mountain is located approximately 158 miles Southwest of Gatlinburg.
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway is open daily from 8:30 AM until 9 PM (Memorial DAy weekend through Labor Day) and 10 AM through 6 PM the rest of the year. Admission is $12 for adults, $6 for ages 3-12 (round trip) and $10 for adults and $5 for ages 3-12 (one way).
