Hyoko Lake
The lake famed for its impressive flock of swans elegantly flying overhead
Known as the lake of swans, Hyoko Lake has been designated a national natural treasure.
Flocks of swans reside here from early October to late March. Between 5,000 and 6,000 swans are here at their peak in late November. Tundra swans, Whooper swans and Mute swans can be seen and visitors can buy designated food for feeding each variety.
Early mornings and evenings are the best time to see the swans. There is also a viewing shed by the lake to keep visitors warm even on colder days.
The lake is surrounded with light pink cherry blossoms in spring while the surrounding grounds are covered with bright yellow Forsythias in bloom. Some swans live here year-round and visitors can see these along with ducks swimming elegantly together with cherry blossoms in the background.
Flocks of swans reside here from early October to late March. Between 5,000 and 6,000 swans are here at their peak in late November. Tundra swans, Whooper swans and Mute swans can be seen and visitors can buy designated food for feeding each variety.
Early mornings and evenings are the best time to see the swans. There is also a viewing shed by the lake to keep visitors warm even on colder days.
The lake is surrounded with light pink cherry blossoms in spring while the surrounding grounds are covered with bright yellow Forsythias in bloom. Some swans live here year-round and visitors can see these along with ducks swimming elegantly together with cherry blossoms in the background.
- Address
- 新潟県阿賀野市水原313-1
- Telephone Number
- 阿賀野市商工観光課0250-62-2510、阿賀野市公園管理事務所0250-62-2690
- Opening Times
- Prices
- Duration
- Notes
- Swans can be seen from October to March