This South Carolina Town Has Nature Trails, Serene Gardens Filled With Swans, and a Walkable Downtown an Hour From Columbia

This South Carolina Town Has Nature Trails, Serene Gardens Filled With Swans, and a Walkable Downtown an Hour From Columbia

Here’s how to plan the perfect weekend in Sumter, South Carolina.A statue in Swan Lake Iris Gardens.Credit: Discover South CarolinaStay at the 1912 Bed and Breakfast, which offers four cozy guest rooms, historic touches, and hearty Southern breakfasts.Visit Swan Lake Iris Gardens, the only public park in the U.S. that's home to all eight species of swans. Relax at Palmetto Park, a local favorite with tennis courts, trails, a playground, and a sp…