Swan Lake Iris Gardens

Category: City park

Address: 822 W Liberty St, Sumter, SC 29150, USA

Phone: +18034362640

Opening hours

Sunday: 7:30AM–8PM

Monday: 7:30AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7:30AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7:30AM–8PM

Thursday: 7:30AM–8PM

Friday: 7:30AM–8PM

Saturday: 7:30AM–8PM

Reviews

Harold Chandler III

Oct 3, 2022

Peaceful, scenic

Douglas Phillippi

Sep 29, 2022

Rented a canoe and took a nice little cruise around the lake for a few hours. One of the most peaceful places around.

K Claridge

Sep 29, 2022

A very beautiful place to go regardless of the time of year. Went twice since I moved here, and I must say, if you want a nice romantic place to go for a autumnal or Christmas stroll, this is great for that. You want to bring the kids? Have at the playground, just try to keep them away from the swans as they can be a bit aggressive around children, most likely due to size. I have found having a walking stick will more than likely keep the water fowl away, as the last time they would walk right in front of me without one, and would waddle their little butts away when holding one.

A B

Sep 28, 2022

Irish Gardens has a great walking trail. I saw a lot of interesting plants and sculptures. Make sure to get the plant guide that's on their website. I also enjoyed observing the swans while I sat by the water. There is also a playground on-site for the kids. Iris Gardens is a great place to bring the family!

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Questions & Answers

Is there an area for buses to park near the entrance?

Waymon Hutto | Oct 3, 2019
Heather Frisbee | Oct 3, 2019

No. Across the other side maybe. Small gate to entrance. Call in advance for large busses.the buses would have to park on main road

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Does swan lake have wheelchairs accessible

Janice Springs | Oct 2, 2021
Mike Vandermus | Oct 2, 2021

Yes! They have an elevator to go up the bridge and cross the road as well.

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Is there an entrance fee?

Sam Thaxton | Oct 3, 2019
Maria Rodriguez | Oct 3, 2019

No it's a free park and has a playground too for kids

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What time does this place close?

Bryan Christian | Oct 3, 2019
Carmen Crump | Oct 3, 2019

7:30am-8pm

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Is swan lake open today being Thanksgiving

Debbie Gutierrez | Oct 3, 2018
Clifford Brooks | Oct 3, 2018

I am sure, yet it may be open tomorrow for the Christmas light display that is held there every year.

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Have you seen many or any Snake in this garden?

jacqueline williams | Oct 2, 2020
Bee | Oct 2, 2020

I have seen a snake here one time in twenty plus years. It was in the water.

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Is the park open to visitors now?

Amber Musick | Oct 2, 2020
Sherry Wendt | Oct 2, 2020

Yes closes at 830

Is there a duck that has one leg and three wings? My friend told me there was. Can you help me find it.

Minecraft is flying off in outer space | Oct 2, 2020
A Google User | Oct 2, 2021

Can the senior citizens fish at swan lake

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hello good day, do you have any area to make a BBQ party type?

Ale Salas | Oct 3, 2019
Kirankumar Bollineni | Oct 3, 2019

I didn't see any BBQ places. But they have a place to sit with family.

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Where to go swimming?

Tonya Davis | Oct 3, 2019
Liza Miller | Oct 3, 2019

Sumter Aquatics, YMCA, Neptune Island Hartsville.

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Are y'all open on Saturday morning and what going there to ..I want to come and visit the place again. And see the 🦆

margie wright | Oct 3, 2019
Terry Greene | Oct 3, 2019

Iris festival was this past weekend, but gardens and paths around the lake

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Do they have power chairs?

Virgina Williams-Brown | Oct 3, 2019
Kitty Clark | Oct 3, 2019

No

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Where is the wing statue located in the park?

Annie Bishop | Oct 3, 2017
Jessica Foxx | Oct 2, 2021

On a Google Maps view of the trail, look for the path in the shape of a circle a little NE of "The Loving Trees" pin, that's the statue's location.

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Who should I contact regarding reserving the large building at Swan Lake for an event?

Brenda Jackson-Mcknight | Sep 11, 2022
Katherine Taylor | Sep 18, 2022

Not sure call them

Is there a admission to get in? What time does it close Saturday the 20th?

Sheila Lance | Sep 2, 2022
Sthrn Belle | Sep 2, 2022

Swan Lake Iris Gardens has no admission fee and it closes at Sunset. Swan Lake is a hidden gem, there's something enjoyable for everyone!

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Do you have to buy tickets for festival

sally thompson | Jun 4, 2022
Lisa Ann Bramer | Jun 4, 2022

No it's free to the public

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Where has all the water gone in the lake across the street that the wood ducks and mallards live in? Yesterday it was obvious they have had to move into the main area because of lack of water. Not nearly as many ducks and swans as in the past.

lhi3 | Jun 4, 2022
Jimmy O Barnes | Jun 4, 2022

The water for the pond across the street comes from the main pond at swan lake and is controlled by water gates which the city controls ask them why they let it get so low. I think I'm right at least it was that way when I was little.

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When will the Christmas lights be on?

Vanessa Haney | Dec 6, 2021
Peter Pecchia | Dec 6, 2021

usually after thanksgiving holiday

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Can you bring pets (dogs)?

David B Deeter | Nov 6, 2021
Michael Adams | Nov 6, 2021

A service dog,yes...

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Can you hammock there?

Carrington Hancock | Nov 6, 2021
Linda Barry | Nov 6, 2021

maybe perhaps if you do not puncture holes in trees and use a hammock stand

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Can you feed the swans?? And if so is there food available?? What do they eat🤔

Susan Shute | Oct 2, 2021
carlo gerace | Oct 2, 2021

They have feed in the back,not allowed to feed them

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Can you have a picnic any where there or is that strictly allowed only in the picnic area ?

Nasser Najjar | Oct 2, 2021
Melina Favor | Oct 2, 2021

You can picnic, but at your own risk with the swans.

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How long does it take to drive through the light display?

Steven Shade | Oct 2, 2021
MHOU5E MEDIA | Oct 2, 2021

With the "average" traffic flow, I would bank on 20 mins for the whole tour.

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What Kind of activity we can do there? With my family

Carlos D Silva Mendez | Oct 2, 2021
Joan Lunsmann | Oct 2, 2021

Its a wonderful easy walk for a family.

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Can you take the crosswalk and go across the road to the other side of the park?

randy knight | Oct 2, 2020
Mirandapanda95 | Oct 2, 2020

Yes!

How can get a list of event s coming up

Stewart R | Oct 2, 2020
Forrest Giffin | Oct 2, 2020

https://www.sumtersc.gov/community/swanlake

Is this place haunted

Skyler Rose | Oct 3, 2019
Ronnie W.Jr. | Oct 3, 2019

No the place is not haunted, maybe by people, but by spirit's no. So no👻...safe.

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How is it haunted

Skyler Rose | Oct 3, 2019
Ronnie W.Jr. | Oct 3, 2019

The place is not haunted. Sure it has been there along time. But far as haunted no.

Will there be a 4th of july event today

krystal alvarez | Oct 3, 2019
*Lainy* | Oct 3, 2019

Not that I know of. You can check with the local newspaper The Daily Item

What are the park hours?

Liquid Diamonds | Oct 3, 2019
Artie Martinez | Oct 3, 2019

6 to 9

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Will it be open on July 4th

Carmen Henderson | Oct 3, 2019
Gwen Taylor | Oct 3, 2019

Yes

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are dogs allowed Do we need our chairs

Linda Hyde | Oct 3, 2019
Lawrence Vance | Oct 3, 2019

Dogs are allowed in just a small area but not where the swans ducks and geese hang out. You don't need your own benches they have plenty.

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When are the swan chicks born? Would love to photograph the babies.

Gayle W | Oct 3, 2019
Andrew Watterud | Oct 3, 2019

Usually about mid April to mid may. There were some there already last I went in march.

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when are the irises in full bloom?

Judy Wilmot | Oct 3, 2019
Michael Calcutt | Oct 3, 2019

In late May

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Are the Iris in bloom now?

Cynthia Cranford | Oct 3, 2019
Catherine Jean Schleigh | Oct 3, 2019

I think its closer to May

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What time do swan lake close and do they be open on Sunday's

Doughie | Oct 3, 2019
Rod Sprott | Oct 3, 2019

7p today. Yes open on Sunday

Are The Christmas Lights Still On?

Randy Johnson | Oct 3, 2019
Kimberley Ryan | Oct 3, 2019

Yes

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Is it open tonight? 12-27-18?

Anna Cope | Oct 3, 2019
Smart Ladi8137 | Oct 3, 2019

Yes they're open

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Are they open today?

Aliza Matos | Oct 3, 2019
Christy Dee | Oct 3, 2019

I would think so too. Prob lights only.

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Is there a specific time to see the lights

Connie Bradford | Oct 3, 2019
D Weeble | Oct 3, 2019

On the website it says Sunday through Thursday from dusk until 9pm. Friday through Saturday until 10pm

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How many acres in the park

David Bernheisel | Oct 3, 2019
Brian Smith | Oct 3, 2019

It's big, the larger side where the playground is takes about 35 minutes to walk around with my 5 and 7 year old. The other side only takes around 20-25 but it's a big area to take on in one visit

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Is there a place to eat near there

Susan Meldrom | Oct 3, 2019
Jason Monroe | Oct 3, 2019

There are places on Guignard and on Alice Drive. Both are a few minutes drive from the gardens.

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What time do you open and close?

Felicia Martin | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Newman | Oct 3, 2018

7:30 to shower

is the whole park open all year round?

carolyn rabon | Oct 3, 2018
Joseph Martin | Oct 3, 2018

Yes it is

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open all year?

carolyn rabon | Oct 3, 2018
Clifford Brooks | Oct 3, 2018

Yes

Can you feed swans

linda gaymon | Oct 3, 2018
Aaron Miller | Oct 3, 2018

No not anymore... They have feeders that the swans can freely go up to and feed themselves.

Is this place open all times of night or does it close at a certain time?

Williemack “Willie” Martin | Oct 3, 2018
Clifford Brooks | Oct 3, 2018

The park is closed during the night.

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How much is it?

Megan McElveen | Oct 3, 2018
Clifford Brooks | Oct 3, 2018

It is free!

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Is there a butterfly garden.... Also do you have a gift shop

Ronda Hanvey | Oct 3, 2018
Aaron Miller | Oct 3, 2018

Yes we have a butterfly garden.... Gift shop is open 8-5 Mon-Frid

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Can u swim out there

Tillie Bryan | Oct 3, 2018
Clifford Brooks | Oct 3, 2018

No, swimming is prohibited.

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Is it a good park to take my kids biking?

Alexandra Mason | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Newman | Oct 3, 2018

No, it's for leisurely walking.

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What can you at Sean lake

Williemae Pearson | Oct 3, 2018
Kristine | Oct 3, 2018

You can walk around the lake and see the swans and check out the pretty gardens!

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What time does swan lake close

roshunda roshunda | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Newman | Oct 3, 2018

Dusk

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Can you still feed the swans?

Janet Baldwin | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Newman | Oct 3, 2018

Yes

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When is the best time to visit the butterfly garden?

Jeanette Williams | Oct 3, 2018
Katherine Prosser | Oct 3, 2018

Memorial day weekend is time for the Iris Festival, last year they had a butterfly tent !! Awesome experience !

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Hey can u have weddings there

Crystal Floyd | Oct 3, 2018
Aaron Miller | Oct 3, 2018

Yes you can.. They have a gazebo that has been done over and that's where the weddings take place.

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Where is the entrance?

Nef’s World | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Newman | Oct 3, 2018

On Liberty, a little east of Alice Dr.

Do they allow dogs on the property?

Taylor Mckillip | Oct 3, 2018
Aaron Miller | Oct 3, 2018

Dogs are allowed but not inside the park or inside the playground. More than welcome to walk the dog around in any of the free space at the park..

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Are they open tomorrow

Kim Barnwell | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Newman | Oct 3, 2018

Yes

Is it open tonight?

Carson Kelly | Oct 3, 2018
Janet Baldwin | Oct 3, 2018

Can you still feed the swans?

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