Posted in South Carolina
April 20, 2020
True Or Not, The Eerie Legend Behind Issaqueena Falls At South Carolina’s Tunnel Park Is Fascinating
For those who spend the majority of their time in the midland or coastal regions of South Carolina, it may come as a surprise to learn that the Palmetto State is home to hundreds of waterfalls. (Oconee County, alone, boasts more than 150 waterfalls.) However, none of them has the same eerie legend behind it as the 100-foot Issaqueena Falls found just north of Walhalla in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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As the tale goes, the Creek Indian maiden fell in love with a white trader (Allan Francis) who lived quite some distance away.

Fearing her betrayal would be discovered, the maiden stayed in the settlement and the two married. Some time later, the two decided to return to her home near Issaqueena Falls.

The best and most agreed-upon version of the tale has her leading them to Issaqueena Falls, where she cleverly made them believe she jumped to her death.

Her escape was possible, according to folklore, because the Cherokee believed waterfalls were home to evil spirits. She waited patiently and escaped back to the safety of her family.
Today, Issaqueena Falls is found at the end of a very short 0.3-mile hike. The attraction is adjacent to Stumphouse Tunnel outside of Walhalla.
Have you heard this legendary tale of Issaqueena Falls? What about other versions? Join the discussion in the comments.
Address: Issaqueena Falls, South Carolina 29691, USA