Cypress Gardens
A blackwater cypress swamp near Moncks Corner with boardwalks and flat-bottom boat rides built around close-up gator viewing, one of the most reliable spots in the Lowcountry. Spring is peak season for both blooming swamp flowers and active gators. Boat rides keep a set distance managed by the operator, which is the safest way to get close. On the boardwalk, stay on the planks and don't reach toward the water.
Know before you go
| Fee | Check operator site |
|---|---|
| Parking | Lot at the gardens entrance, Moncks Corner |
| Water | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Access | Boardwalks and flat-bottom boat rides through the swamp |
| Surface | — |
| Hours | — |
| Operator | Cypress Gardens (Berkeley County) |
| Website | cypressgardens.org |
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Last verified: July 21, 2026. See our methodology for how we check listings.