If you’ve noticed a sudden flash of vibrant pink while exploring the Audubon Swamp Garden, you aren’t dreaming. One of the most exciting sights at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens today is the striking Roseate Spoonbill.

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens thanks Holy City Birding for their expert guide to our wildlife. Discover the best spots for birding in Charleston, from our seasonal rookery to the Audubon Swamp.

The nesting season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens has officially begun, and it’s turning the Audubon Swamp Garden into one of the most exciting bird watching spots in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

Hop aboard the Wildlife Boat Tour. Explore along the Ashley River and get ready for a front-row view of nature at its finest!

Discover the beauty of Magnolia Plantation & Gardens through the eyes of its members—where every season inspires connection, photography, and lasting traditions.

As temperatures rise and spring arrives, we enjoy our last glimpses of winter migrants while welcoming new seasonal visitors.