Have you ever been deep in a swamp area and stopped to think just how beautiful it really is? Being surrounded by the tall cypress trees and seeing the hanging moss just seems otherworldly. We find these places to be so pretty and simply can’t get enough. So if you are looking for an epic swamp experience then we have a good one for you today. Explore a 60-acre cypress and tupelo swamp in the Lowcountry at the Audubon Swamp Garden found within Magnolia Plantation and Gardens in Charleston. The last thing you might expect to find in Charleston is a swamp garden, but this lush and enchanting swamp will wow you with its natural beauty and bright colors that never seem to wane.
The entrance to the Audubon Swamp Garden is found on the exit road from Magnolia Plantation to Highway 61, Ashley River Road. With the price of admission, you will be able to freely explore all 66 acres of the public gardens which includes the Audubon Swamp Garden as well as the boardwalk path. Your entrance fee will also cover the Slavery to Freedom Nature Train which is an educational tour through history and the natural beauty of the property. Guests will also want to make sure to leave time in the day to visit the Wildlife Center to see the adorable creatures that live there.
If you would like to tour the historic house on the property then make sure you get the correct ticket which also includes everything previously mentioned. Both tickets will also allow you access back into the Magnolia Plantation and Garden one more time before the year ends.
In under 90 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to walk through this 60-acre expanse, discovering some of the most enchanting views ever.
It feels magical as you traverse around the boardwalk trails, witnessing the knarled knees of the cypress trees, seeing the glass-like reflection on the clear water, and getting treated to an array of flowery colors.
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From a swamp covered in bright green vegetation making it appear opaque green to paths that are comprised of boardwalks, bridges, and dikes, wandering through this enchanted swamp feels a bit otherworldly.
Knowing that they are there be sure to be careful where you stand and what may be down the path you are heading. These creatures are wild and by very nature, unpredictable. That being said, if you simply pay attention you can witness these miraculous beasts from a safe distance.
Be sure your camera or phone is charged to the max so you can take as many photos as you'd like. You won't find another swamp garden quite like this anywhere in the country!
The Audubon Swamp Garden is open any time Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is open. Make sure to check to website (Link below) before you visit as different seasons may bring about different hours.
For directions to this phenomenal garden and swamp make sure you check out this map with have provided you and feel free to customize it to your liking. Now would be a great time to start planning one of those amazing South Carolina road trips.
Parking for this swamp in South Carolina is limited so make sure you get tickets in advance. If you have been searching for “some of the best gardens near me” then this is one you should be putting on your list. Have you ever explored the Audubon Swamp Garden at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens? Let us know in the comments below what you loved about it. To buy tickets and more please visit the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens website.
