Old Alabama Road
Marker Text:
This road from South Carolina to Alabama, originally an Indian trail,
became a famous stagecoach route. Part of the New York and New Orleans
Mail Line, its “excellent roads, accommodating agents, new coaches and
good horses” made it one of the superior routes in the United States.
The 18 to 25 gaily painted coaches drawn by six horses in constant use
on the Alabama road carried the famous men of the times. Various inns
along the way entertained Martin Van Buren, Marquis de LaFayette, Henry
Clay, Elijah Clark, James K. Polk, Andrew Jackson, Robert Toombs, and
countless other travelers.
Fragment of the Old Alabama Road
This historic marker is located in High Falls State Park, that has some great nature trails. Check out the
website.