The weather was perfect for taking photos. Without the sightseeing bus, the walk from Swan Lake to the visitor center took about an hour, just walking and taking photos of the scenery. If you want to take photos of people, allow more time. Crowd and scenery: Main Entrance > Swan Lake > Other Areas.
The main entrance has food and drinks and a restaurant, and next to it is a pet park (which requires a separate ticket). Inside the scenic area, there are campsites and a wildlife farm.
The scenic area is a large lawn with little shade. It's recommended to visit on a sunny day or in the afternoon, otherwise the sun will be very strong. Remember to bring plenty of water. Signs are sparse, and there are few staff around, so it's easy to navigate by following the directions.
The sunset at the main entrance was stunning, and the orange hues were even more beautiful.
We went on October 7th, and taxis were easy to get there and back, with no traffic.