Oconee Station State Historic Site Tours

Photo by Cindy Keese
Photo by Cindy Keese
Photo by Michael Schuier
Photo by Michael Schuier

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Oconee State Park

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You can take time to visit Oconee State Park during your travels to Mountain Rest. Wander the forest or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Oconee State Park
Located about 7 miles northwest of Walhalla on Hyw 28, the 1,617 foot long Stumphouse Tunnel is an oddity. Started in 1852 to connect Charleston to Knoxville and eventually on to Cincinnati, the Civil War—and lack of funds—brought construction to a halt. While there were various efforts by the Blue Ridge Railroad to revive the tunnel, none of them came to pass and it stands today as a monument to the efforts of pre-Civil War engineering.

Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel

Find out about the history of Walhalla with a stop at Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel. Attend a football game while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel

Station Creek Cove Botanical Area

Explore the great outdoors at Station Creek Cove Botanical Area, a lovely green space in Walhalla. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

Station Creek Cove Botanical Area

Sertoma Field

Explore the great outdoors at Sertoma Field, a lovely green space in Walhalla. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

Sertoma Field

Yellow Branch Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yellow Branch Falls during your travels in Mountain Rest. Discover the waterfalls and mountain views in this relaxing area.

Yellow Branch Falls

Walhalla City Hall

After visiting Walhalla City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Walhalla. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

Walhalla City Hall

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