The Stumphouse Passage is accessible from the center of Stumphouse Park ($5 entry fee per vehicle). Stumphouse Passage is dual-use with a 1.5 mile hiking trail and 9.34 miles of mountain bike trails. This is one of three Passages of the Palmetto Trail that are located in Oconee County. The Palmetto Trail stretches over 500 miles across SC from the upstate to the coast near Charleston.
The Stumphouse Passage is accessible from the center of Stumphouse Park ($5 entry fee per vehicle). Stumphouse Passage is dual-use with a 1.5 mile hiking trail and 9.34 miles of mountain bike trails. This is one of three Passages of the Palmetto Trail that are located in Oconee County. The Palmetto Trail stretches over 500 miles across SC from the upstate to the coast near Charleston.
A new owner is re-vamping this established business with a new angle: “Work hard so you can wander along to a waterfall, river or lake.” Office supplies, printing, faxing, assortment of gifts and coffee shop featuring coffee beans from Puerto Rico. Open Monday-Saturday.
This historic 115-year old home, known as The Jewel of Walhalla, is ideal for weddings and special occasions. The house was a private residence for decades. New owners have updated the home and made it available for events and lodging. Five bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living rooms and a full kitchen, the house accommodates 10 overnight guests. The Main Street location is walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Walhalla Performing Arts Center.
Store featuring ladies clothing, jewelry and accessories including Brianna Cannon collegiate bows. They have a prayer wall inside the door for asking and answering prayers.
Trail follows the railroad bed of an incomplete section of the 19th century Blue Ridge Railroad where you can see three abandoned tunnels. The moderate to strenuous trail is 2.5 miles one-way. Trail head is located in Stumphouse Park, at the top of the Issaqueena Falls parking lot, and takes you through the forest with amazing views of the upstate.
They carry herbs, healing stones, gemstone jewelry, natural teas, essential oils as well as handcrafted bath and body soaps, salves, lip balms, shampoo, conditioners and lotions .
Art studio, pottery and gallery for Robin Anne Cooper and Stan DuBose. Folk Art, ceramics, paintings, pottery, canvas collages, found object, up-cycled.
Located in Stumphouse Park ($5 entry fee per vehicle). It’s an easy 5-minute walk to viewing platforms where you can view the beautiful waterfall named for a Creek maiden who hid on one of the falls’ ledges to avoid capture during an Indian attack. There is a rough trail next to the lowest platform, which leads to the base of the falls. However, the PATH IS QUITE DANGEROUS and visitors are not encouraged to try it. GPS coordinates to the parking area: N 34.80740 W 083.12158
If you love vintage-rustic, yet minimalistic and modern, then come experience the 1890’s architecture as you climb into your next adventure! Once downtown Walhalla merchants’ homes, LOFTS OVER MAIN offers two spaces where overnight guests experience the ambiance one might expect in a shop-keeper’s home: exposed brick walls, vintage furniture and romantic chandeliers. The other Lofts Over Main option is the Walhalla Studio.
If you love vintage-rustic, yet minimalistic and modern, then come experience the 1890’s architecture as you climb into your next adventure! Once downtown Walhalla merchants’ homes, LOFTS OVER MAIN offers two spaces where overnight guests experience the ambiance one might expect in a shop-keeper’s home: exposed brick walls, vintage furniture and romantic chandeliers. The other Lofts Over Main option is the Chattooga Room.
Traditional Mexican dishes including homemade tortillas, empanadas, Piña Ranchera, flan, authentic beverages and more! In Walhalla on Main Street. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.
This mural was commissioned by the owner of Sunni Ann Rustic Shop in Walhalla. It is painted on the side of her retail store and is expected to have a space in front of the mural where people can sit, relax and take photos.
Specializing in custom floral designs for weddings, parties, home, office, funerals and anytime occasions. Selection of gift items including: handmade jewelry, ornaments, candles, soaps, coffee and more.
Just for men. Tuxedo rentals, western wear, work clothing, hiking boots, dress, casual and formal shoes. Botanical items and men’s gifts. Featuring big and tall sizes also.
Funded through grants and donations, the museum is open Thursday – Saturday from 11am-4pm. The mission is to provide deeper and more meaningful understanding of the Cherokee heritage in South Carolina. The museum exhibits many artifacts that were recovered prior to constructing Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee. These lakes were built in the 1970s and flooded ancestral land. The public can learn more about the native people through displays and continuing education opportunities.
O’Kelley Heating & Air commissioned this piece that balances bright wedges of color with white linear sketches of the Oconee Bell flowers that are native to this area. Latex and Aerosol, 2020
Explore the history of Native Americans, immigration, railroads, New Deal programs, textile mills, agriculture and much more as it relates to Oconee County. The exhibit hall offers a self-guided tour of Oconee’s history. In addition to the museum, there is a classroom frequently used by local businesses and social groups for meetings and functions. OPEN Tuesday through Saturday 11:00am – 5:00pm. Not-for-profit organization. Free admission/$3 per person donation is encouraged.
An opportunity for Oconee citizens, their families and visitors, to see how veterans have contributed and sacrificed for our country, the world and our freedom. No charge to visit the museum.
OPEN
Thursday – Saturday, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Oconee Station was established as a military compound in 1792 during tensions between white settlers and Creek Indians. It served as a small frontier post until 1799. The William Richards House was built nearby in 1805. The house was a private residence and trading post for many years. These two buildings are the only ones still standing. The site is open for self-guided tours daily from 9am-5pm. The historic site features picnicking, fishing and trail access to Station Cove Falls.
Built in 1889, this Carpenter’s Gothic style building is the ideal venue for weddings or meetings. The fully heated and cooled Meeting House can be rented by alone or with the Walhalla Depot offering an ideal location for a beautiful wedding. The comfortable seating capacity is approximately 60-65.
Sertoma Field is a recreation complex for area sports activities. Two playgrounds, restrooms, walking track and disc golf course. The disc golf course wraps around a large hill and has a creek rolling through it. It is a nice course for casual players.
A stepped 60 ft. waterfall that forms from headwaters atop Station Mountain. An easy 30-minute hike through a gorgeous Appalachian cove takes you to the family friendly wading pond at the foot of the falls. GPS coordinates to parking area: N 34.84867 W 083.07463
Restaurant on Main Street featuring Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. They were a popular vendor at the annual Oktoberfest and decided to go brick and mortar. Open Monday-Saturday. They have some outside tables and are dog friendly.
Dual-use hiking & biking trails in Stumphouse Park ($5 entry fee per vehicle). 22 trails suitable for different experience levels. The Mountain Bike Park can be accessed from trailheads at both ends of Stumphouse Passage, but the easiest access is via the parking lot for Issaqueena Falls. Bike trail is closed on rainy days. Users are cautioned to follow trail direction signs.