Walhalla, SC Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Walhalla, SC works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 190-mile quick runs to 299-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Walhalla, SC head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
299.3 mi
Hilton Head Island, SC
Quickest Drive
4h 1m
Sumter, SC
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Trips from Walhalla, SC
Driving from Walhalla, SC
The typical drive from Walhalla, SC covers about 251 miles and takes around 5h 4m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 299 miles (5h 59m), while the shortest is just 190 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Walhalla, SC most often head toward Hilton Head Island, SC (299.3 mi, 5h 59m), Myrtle Beach, SC (290.3 mi, 5h 59m), Goose Creek, SC (241.3 mi, 4h 44m), Summerville, SC (234.3 mi, 4h 36m), and Sumter, SC (190.1 mi, 4h 1m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in SC currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 251-mile trip from Walhalla, SC, budget about $39 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Walhalla, SC and 0 routes heading into Walhalla, SC, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 190 to 299 miles.
The longest mapped route from Walhalla, SC covers 299 miles and takes approximately 5h 59m. Shorter options start at just 190 miles.
The average route from Walhalla, SC runs about 251 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 4m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 251-mile trip from Walhalla, SC costs roughly $39 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Walhalla, SC include Hilton Head Island, SC, Myrtle Beach, SC, Goose Creek, SC and Summerville, SC. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Walhalla, SC by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
4,121
Median Income
$42,696
Median Home Value
$176,500
Median Age
40.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Walhalla, SC at a Glance
Founded
1849
Elevation
1,033 ft
Area
4 mi²
Notable People from Walhalla, SC
A sampling of people born in Walhalla, SC.
John C. Portman Jr.
1924–2017
American architect and real estate developer (1924-2017)
Del Pratt
1888–1977
American baseball player (1888-1977)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Walhalla, SC.
Walhalla Graded School
Historic former school building in Walhalla, South Carolina
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Traveler Guide to Walhalla, SC
Walhalla is a small town of 4,500 people (2019) in the Blue Ridge Mountains region of the Upcountry of South Carolina. Walhalla is a charming southern town with historical homes, churches, and the beautifully restored Walhalla Civic Auditorium where regional and local theater events are held. With antique shops, cafes, shops, and tree-lined streets, Walhalla is a delightful town to explore on foot.
Walhalla, South Carolina is a town with rich heritage and the county seat of Oconee County in the upstate of South Carolina. In 1850, a group of immigrants from northern Germany arrived in Charleston and were unable to find land that suited their pocketbook or their idea of home. They formed the German Colonization Society led by General John A. Wagener and found what they were looking for here, in the garden of the Gods. Walhalla has a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and cool, dry winters. Precipitation does not vary greatly between seasons. Snowfall does occur occasionally in the winter months of December and January. In the summer, thunderstorms are quite common in the afternoon and evening. January is the coldest month with an average high of 50°F (10°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2°C). July is the hottest month with an average high of 90°F (32°C) and an average low of 65°F (18°C).
1 Stumphouse Tunnel, Stumphouse Tunnel Road, ☏ +1 864-638-4343. Man-made tunnel built in during the Civil War open to the public. (updated May 2018) 2 Issaqueena Falls, Stumphouse Tunnel Road, ☏ +1 864-638-4345. A waterfall northeast of downtown Walhalla offering scenic views and numerous trails. (updated May 2018) 3 Yellow Branch Falls. Waterfall surrounded by dense hardwood forest and numerous hiking trails. (updated May 2018) 4 Station Cove Falls, Oconee Station Road, ☏ +1 864-638-9568. Scenic spot with cascading waterfall at the end of a 1.5-mile Trail. (updated May 2018) 5 Riley Moore Falls, Cobb Bridge Road, ☏ +1 864-638-9568. Small, isolated waterfall in the wilderness of Sumter National Forest northeast of downtown Walhalla offering swimming. (updated May 2018) 6 Oconee Station Historic Site, 500 Oconee Station Road. A historical site in Sumter National Forest, northeast of downtown Walhalla. (updated May 2018) 7 Historic Downtown Walhalla, Main Street. The historic downtown in the heart of Walhalla with historic buildings home to a few restaurants. (updated May 2018)
1 Hike at Sumter National Forest, 112 Andrew Pickens Circle, ☏ +1 864-638-9568. Large protected area spanning across most of Oconee County in the Upcountry of South Carolina. Check website for list of trails and maps. (updated May 2018) 2 Oconee State Park, 624 State Park Rd, Mountain Rest, ☏ +1 864 638-5353. Daily 7AM-9PM. Mountainous parkland with hiking trails and lake for recreating. (updated Oct 2021) Take part in Oktoberfest, in October naturally.
1 Pete’s Drive In, 107 E Main Street, ☏ +1 864-638-3002. 11AM-9PM. Locally-owned dive offering burgers, shakes, chicken, BBQ and fries. (updated May 2018)
1 Last Chance Saloon, 2519 Highlands Highway, ☏ +1 864-810-8980. W-Su noon-2AM, closed M Tu. Mountainside bar offering happy hour drinks and karaoke. Cash only. (updated May 2018)
1 Camp at Oconee State Park, 624 State Park Road, ☏ +1 864-638-5353. Rustic mountain park with a lake and offering camping, fishing and hiking. (updated May 2018)
Travel tips adapted from Walhalla (South Carolina) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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