Clay County Courthouse - District#30A

The Clay County Courthouse is located in the center of a quaint, tree-filled town square in Hayesville. Completed in 1889, it is an example of Venacular Italianate architecture. The Courthouse is listed on the National Registry of Historic Buildings and is still in use today. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Clay County experiences four distinct and beautiful seasons that provide breathtaking views from stunning 5,000 foot mountain peaks and peaceful 1,500 foot valleys. Lake Chatuge and other nearby picturesque locales provide the perfect backdrop for exciting activities of all kinds.

Despite having been created in 1861, Clay County lacked an organized, formal government until 1868. Later that year, the first post office opened in Hayesville and the first county courthouse was built in 1888, currently it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.