Georgia wildlife
American alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
Georgia's only crocodilian; common in southern wetlands.
See the American alligator up close
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct
Best seen on warm, sunny afternoons basking on banks; check official park reports for recent sightings.
Where to look
Okefenokee Swamp (Stephen C. Foster State Park)Savannah National Wildlife Refuge (Georgia side)Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Conservation status
Least Concern, stable in Georgia
Good to know
How dangerous are alligators to RV campers?
Alligators are generally shy and avoid humans; never feed or approach them, and keep pets on a leash near water.
Can you see alligators year-round in Georgia?
Yes, but they are less active in winter; the best viewing months are April through October when they bask regularly.
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