Short answer
Traveler’s Rest State Historic Site is a state historic site in Stephens County, near Toccoa. Hours: Saturday–Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission is $5.50 for adults. Checked on its official page.
Georgia’s last stagecoach inn, near the old Unicoi Turnpike, long the home of the Jarrett family, with original furnishings and self-guided tours.
Traveler’s Rest State Historic Site hours
- Historic Site: Saturday–Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day.
What it costs
- Admission: Adults (18–61): $5.50; Seniors (62+): $4.25; Youth (6–17): $3.50; Children (under 6): $1.25; All rates are plus tax. Group rates available with advance notice.; Historic Site Annual Pass Available
- State historic sites charge their own per-person admission; the state park ParkPass does not cover it.
Where it is and how to get in touch
- Address: 4339 Riverdale Road, Toccoa, GA 30577
- County: Stephens (North Georgia region)
- GPS: 34.60972, -83.23887 (directions in Google Maps)
- Historic Site: 706-886-2256
- Official page: gastateparks.org/TravelersRest
Dogs and strollers
- Dogs: Georgia State Parks welcomes pets on a leash no longer than six feet, with the owner at all times. Pets are not allowed in park and historic site buildings, lodges, yurts, group camps, swimming areas or beaches (park rules).
- This site’s notice: Leashed pets are allowed on historic site trails, however, they are not allowed in buildings.
- Strollers: the park does not publish stroller rules. Paths range from paved walks to rough trails, so call ahead (706-886-2256) if you need a stroller-friendly route.
What’s at Traveler’s Rest State Historic Site
Facilities the park lists: Film; Bus Parking.
Things to do: Inn & Plantation Buildings; Self-Guided Tours; Original Furnishings.
Events coming up near Traveler’s Rest
- On now through Nov 1: Helen Oktoberfest, Helen (about 28 miles away, free to $25)
- Oct 23: Night of the Living Safari, Cleveland (about 30 miles away, free)
- Oct 24: HartOberFest & Depot Day, Hartwell (about 25 miles away)
- Oct 24: Mountain Farm Celebration, Sautee Nacoochee (about 26 miles away, from $8)
- Oct 30 – Nov 1: Boo at the Zoo, Cleveland (about 30 miles away)
- Nov 7: Of These Mountains Fall Marketplace, Clayton (about 21 miles away, free)
Events within 30 miles in the next 90 days from our Georgia event calendar, as of ; distances are straight-line from the site’s GPS point. The park’s own ranger programs and events are on the Georgia State Parks events calendar.
Nearby state parks and historic sites
- Tugaloo State Park (state park, Franklin County), about 12 miles away
- Tallulah Gorge State Park (state park, Rabun County), about 13 miles away
- Victoria Bryant State Park (state park, Franklin County), about 22 miles away
- Black Rock Mountain State Park (state park, Rabun County), about 23 miles away
More on It’s Georgia
- All Georgia state parks and historic sites, by region
- Georgia landmarks: national parks, state historic sites and National Historic Landmarks
- North Georgia: more places to go in the region
Source: the Traveler’s Rest State Historic Site page on gastateparks.org (Georgia Department of Natural Resources), checked . Hours and fees change, so check the official page before a long drive. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will re-check it.
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