Discover America’s Most Amazing Mile
The Incline Railway is a funicular railway system over a hundred and twenty five years old!
Daily Departures Resume on July 14th!
The Incline Railway will resume daily departures from the lower or upper stations on July 14, 2025. Tickets will be available for purchase at either station or online.
When you are ready for a ride up America’s Most Amazing Mile, we will be here with open arms and smiles to greet you! We look forward to bringing the history and beautiful views to our passengers aboard our brand new railcars!
Coming Down the Mountain
At the bottom Incline station in St. Elmo, you will find a great collection of unique shops, restaurants, and attractions.
Some of the things you’ll find include microbrewery tours, fresh flowers, homemade candle-making, unique coffee, an indoor climbing wall, outdoor local dining, hand-dipped ice cream, nostalgic clothing, and relaxation with a massage.
A Historic Chapter: The 2024 Incline Fire
On December 7, 2024, a series of extraordinary natural events on Lookout Mountain led to a devastating wildfire that severely impacted the historic Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, one of Chattanooga’s most cherished landmarks.
The incident became part of the Incline’s rich 125-year history, underscoring both the vulnerability of natural and man-made structures to unexpected geological phenomena and the resilience of this beloved attraction. Like previous challenges throughout its storied past, this event has left its mark on the local community and heritage.
CARTA acted promptly to restore the Incline Railway, and we’re proud to welcome visitors back to experience this historic journey once again.
Take a Ride on the Fun Side
Ride the Incline
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.
Explore The History
Historic Lookout Mountain Hotels
Famous Riders
The Inclines
2020 Railcars