The Stephens County Foundation 

TUGALOO BEND HERITAGE PARK

An 87-acre property owned by the Foundation was once the site of a Native-American town then later a working farm. 

Here school age students learn about our local history and natural surroundings beyond the pages of a text book. 

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This historical site is open to the public free of charge for recreational use and may be reserved for group functions and events for a nominal fee. Amenities include:

Historic 

Tugaloo River

Corridor

This river corridor is rich with history and historical significance.

For years, the Foundation has painstakingly researched, documented and archived information while fostering recreational and educational opportunities to be shared with the public. 

The work in this area is on-going. 

Key offerings to date: 

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• Historical site information & driving guide

• Historical site information & paddle guide

• Oral history of the area

• Archives to date

UNICOI TURNPIKE IN STEPHENS COUNTY RESEARCH 

Stephens County was the beginning point of the Unicoi Turnpike, the gateway, to new territories in the west. 

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The upper section of the Unicoi Turnpike through Stephens County is well documented. However research and further exploration by the Foundation continues on the lower section through the county.