Parks, Recreation & Tourism manages the City’s parks, recreational facilities and programs, and tourism promotion, including Stumphouse Mountain Park, youth athletics, and City-owned event facilities.
What This Department Handles
Parks and recreational facilities
Youth athletics programs
Special event and facility rentals
Tourism promotion
Meet the Team
[CONFIRM WITH CITY: Could not confirm a specific director’s name/contact for this department, unlike the other five, the staff directory source I used got cut off before reaching this entry. Get the current director’s name, phone, and email from the City before publishing, rather than the placeholder contact info below.]
- Phone: (864) 638-4343 (placeholder, confirm actual PRT contact)
Office Location
- Address: 105 W South Broad Street, PO Box 1099, Walhalla, SC 29691
- Phone: (864) 638-4343
Walhalla City Pool & Splash Pad
The City partners with the Foothills Area YMCA to operate the Walhalla City Pool and Splash Pad, with the season typically running from late May through summer. Pool rentals for birthday parties and other events are booked directly through the YMCA at faymca.org/walhalla-city-pool.
Sertoma Park & Fields
Located at 272 Tulip Drive, about a mile from downtown via Highway 183, Sertoma Park & Fields has been open since 2008. Open dawn to dusk, no admission fee:
- Ball fields
- Free disc golf course
- Playground
- Shaded picnic areas and restrooms
- 0.8-mile walking trail loop
Sertoma is the site of the annual Walhalla Oktoberfest each October.
Disc Golf
Walhalla has a free disc golf course at Sertoma Park & Fields, 272 Tulip Drive. For course details and layout, visit the Disc Golf page on the current city website.
Trails & Greenways
Walhalla is the planned terminus of the Palmetto Trail, South Carolina’s longest pedestrian and bicycle trail. The city is also home to the Wanderweg Greenway, a paved multi-use trail connecting neighborhoods to downtown. For current Greenway progress and maps, visit the Wanderweg Greenway page.
Special events & event permits
Walhalla hosts a full calendar of community events: the Farmers Market, Jeep Fest, Independence Fest, Hispanic Heritage Festival, Get Outdoors Day, Movies on the Green, the Merchants Market, Home & Garden Tours, the Christmas Tree Lighting, Cookies with Santa, the Christmas Parade, and the Walhalla Wonderland Window Contest.
Special Event Permit Application
Required for any outside organization hosting a public event in Walhalla. Submit at least 60 days before the event 0 days before the event • $100 non-refundable fee 0 days before the event • $1M liability insurance naming the City as co-insured required 0 days before the event • All vendors must hold a current Walhalla business license.
2026 Event Vendor Application
2026 Event Vendor Application
Apply to be a vendor at city-organized events. $35 per event • Covers business license for the event day • Limited spaces per event • Active city business license holders may qualify for a fee waiver
Facility rentals
The following city facilities and greenspaces are available for private rentals and permitted events. All reservations require online submission through RecDesk and approval before the date is confirmed.
Facilities & rental rates
| Facility | 4 hrs | 8 hrs | All day |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Depot | $200 | $400 | $600 |
| Old St. John’s Meeting House | $200 | $400 | $600 |
| Depot + Old St. John’s (both) | $300 | $600 | $900 |
| Both facilities — full weekend (2 days) | — | $1,300 | |
| Tunnel Pavilion — Half day (5 hrs) | $75 | $100 | |
City Green and Brown Square are available at no facility charge but require a Special Event Permit (see below).
Reservations require online submission and approval. Submit no fewer than 15 days before the event.
Community center
The City is currently gathering public input on a planned community center. This is a future facility, not yet built. Check the city website and homepage for current survey links as planning progresses.
Stumphouse Mountain Park
Stumphouse Mountain Park offers hiking and mountain biking trails near the historic Stumphouse Tunnel and Issaqueena Falls. The main entrance is off SC-28, and a second entrance at Ross Mountain is available for hikers. Day admission is $5 per car or $15 per passenger van.
Annual gate passes — free for City of Walhalla water customers, $50 for Oconee County residents, $60 for non-Oconee County residents. Passes are mailed within 7–10 business days of approval. Add-ons (stickers, water bottle, koozie) available with pass purchase. Picnic shelters rent for $150 with power or $25 without; call (864) 638-4343 to reserve.
Both links go to the current city website. These will be updated to new GravityForms pages once forms are rebuilt.
Youth sports
Walhalla Recreation offers youth leagues in basketball, baseball, softball, teeball, flag football, football, volleyball, soccer, cheerleading, and fall baseball/softball seasons. All registration is through RecDesk. Late registrations carry a $10 fee and are not guaranteed a spot. No phone registrations.
Registration fees
| Sport fee | Uniform fee | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inside city limits | $5 | $40 | $45 |
| Outside city limits | $40 | $40 | $80 |
Game cancellations are posted by 4:30 p.m. on the city website and Facebook page. All families sign the Tri-County Youth Sports conduct policy at registration.
Player of the Month: In 2026, Walhalla Rec launched a program recognising outstanding youth athletes, sponsored by Blue Ridge Bank.
Reservations require online submission and approval. Submit no fewer than 15 days before the event.
Frequently asked questions
How do I register my child for youth sports?
All registration is through RecDesk at walhallarec.recdesk.com, or in person at 177 Razorback Lane, Mon–Fri 1:00–5:00 p.m. during registration periods. No phone registrations.
What are the registration fees for youth sports?
$45 for participants inside city limits ($5 sport fee + $40 uniform) and $80 for participants outside city limits ($40 sport fee + $40 uniform). Late registrations carry an additional $10 fee and are not guaranteed a spot.
What sports does Walhalla Rec offer?
Basketball, baseball, softball, teeball, flag football, football, volleyball, soccer, cheerleading, fall baseball, and fall softball.
What happens if a game is cancelled?
Cancellations are posted by 4:30 p.m. on the city website and Facebook page. Every effort is made to reschedule, but rescheduling isn’t guaranteed due to district and state timelines.
How do I reserve the Depot, Old St. John’s, or another city facility?
All facility reservations are submitted online through RecDesk at walhallarec.recdesk.com. Submit no fewer than 15 days before the event. No walk-in or phone reservations.
How much does it cost to rent a city facility?
The Depot and Old St. John’s Meeting House each cost $200 for 4 hours, $400 for 8 hours, or $600 for all day (8 a.m.–11 p.m.). Renting both together is $300 (4 hrs), $600 (8 hrs), or $900 (all day); a full weekend for both is $1,300. The Tunnel Pavilion is $75 for a half day or $100 for the full day. The City Green and Brown Square are available at no facility charge but require a Special Event Permit.
How do I get a free Stumphouse Mountain Park pass as a city resident?
City of Walhalla water customers qualify for a free courtesy pass. Apply using the pass form linked in the Stumphouse section above — the Water Department verifies your residency using your water account number. Passes are mailed within 7–10 business days of approval.
What is the day admission fee for Stumphouse Mountain Park?
Day admission is $5 per car or $15 per passenger van. Annual passes are free for City of Walhalla residents, $50 for Oconee County residents, and $60 for non-Oconee County residents.
How do I host a public event in Walhalla?
Submit a Special Event Permit Application to the City Administrator’s office at least 60 days before the event, along with a non-refundable $100 fee and proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance naming the City as co-insured. All vendors must hold a current Walhalla business license, and food vendors must pay the 2% hospitality tax.
How do I become a vendor at a city event?
Complete the annual Event Vendor Application linked in the Special Events section above. The $35 booth fee covers your business license for the event day. Vendors with an active City of Walhalla business license may qualify for a fee waiver.
Is there a disc golf course in Walhalla?
Yes — a free course at Sertoma Park & Fields, 272 Tulip Drive, open dawn to dusk with no admission fee.