Bayou Pierre Alligator Park

Come explore the unique, mysterious, and exciting world of the American alligator -- at the Bayou Pierre Alligator Park, located just outside of Natchitoches, Louisiana. This park is authentic Cajun countryside, complete with Cajun music, genuine Cajun cuisine, and an abundance of world-famous Louisiana joie de vivre. And, of course, don't forget the gators. Lots of gators.

From protected walkways and platforms you'll be able to see hundreds of alligators, from the young 4-footers to the huge 1,000-pounders, all immersed in their natural environment. The whole family will enjoy watching as these big gators swirl, splash, lunge, and leap. And you don't just have to watch. You can feed them, touch them, even get your picture taken with them. If you dare, you can even eat them.

Start your trek through the Gator Park at The Marsh, a natural alligator habitat that includes four ponds and serves as the site for the spectacular "Big Al's Feeding Show," where your hosts will entice giant 1,000-pound gators to leap in the air for their dinner. Continue with Alligator Island, where you'll be safely surrounded by over 200 alligators. This is a thrilling experience, especially for the kids. And the whole family will enjoy the "Alligator Island Show," a lively and informative demonstration of the life and habits of the American alligator.

No matter how you spend your day here, one thing is certain: this will be one adventure your family won't soon forget -- a real Louisiana experience here at the the Bayou Pierre Alligator Park!

Follow up these activities with a visit to the Gator Bite Snack Shop, where you can sample some authentic Cajun fare. And, of course, topping the menu is a myriad selection of gator cuisine: gator kabobs, alligator meat pies, alligator sausage, and gator jambalaya. A favorite treat for the youngsters is the tasty Gator Sipper. If all these gator dishes make you feel a little green, take comfort in the fact that you can order traditional fare, too.

Before you end your day at the Alligator Park, make sure you drop by the gift shop, featuring hundreds of items, from fine alligator leather accessories to souvenir shirts and gator novelties. You'll undoubtedly be able to find that unique special something to delight family and friends back home or to serve as a memento of your visit to this one-of-a-kind park.