Nestled along the shores of Lake Charles is a small little park boasting a few ferocious creatures.
When entering Lake Charles from Interstate-10 you'll pass Cypress Pond, a small alligator enclosure containing several small alligators and a few turtles. There is no entrance fee and the exhibit is free for anyone who wants to get up close and personal with a few gators.
Beaumont, Texas
This roadside establishment in between Houston and the Louisiana border has the largest alligator in captivity
El Paso, Texas
This statue is in the center of San Jacinto Plaza, commemorating the live alligator pond that once stood in the area.
Richmond, Virginia
Amphibious mascots display a quirkier side to this luxury hotel's rich history.
Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Local legend of a lurking canal crocodile takes on a life of its own with this sculpture.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Come for the 14-foot-long taxidermy alligator. Stay for the mini costumed gators shooting pool.
Christmas, Florida
Measuring approximately 200 feet long, Swampy is the world's largest alligator-shaped building.
Palmdale, Florida
Get up close with some alligators at this roadside farm attraction.
Monroe, Washington
"The Reptile Man's" very own roadside zoo features an albino alligator.
