Gatorland is a one-of-a-kind, protected habitat for man and beast where
adventures lurk around every corner! Internationally known as the Alligator
Capital of the World, Gatorland’s 110-acre theme park and nature conservatory is
located in Central Florida at the head of the Florida Everglades. Once you have
experienced Gatorland, it will be hard to believe that it began in 1949 as a
roadside attraction!
Welcome to Gatorland's world famous Gator Cam
where you now have the ability to control the camera
yourself! Located in the Gatorland Alligator Breeding Marsh
and Bird Rookery, this camera will allow you to explore this
natural preserve that is home to Gatorland's breeding
population of alligators, as well as the adopted home of
thousands of wild birds such as egrets, herons, ibis, and
anhingas.
Use the slide bar under
the picture to move the camera left and right, the slide bar
to the right of the picture moves the camera up and down,
while the slide bar on the far right zooms you in and out.
Click the Start Control button to take control of the camera
- when you see the green bar above the Start Control button
you are ready to explore! Response times may vary depending
upon user load.
Best Viewing Times 7:00am - 6:00pm
EST
You can feed the gators at Gatorland anywhere in the park,
but probably the most exciting place is the Observation Tower in the Breeding
Marsh. Dozens of alligators may be swarming at any time, waiting for you to
throw them a piece of hot dog.
If you are wondering why we use hot dogs, these are actually a low fat, high
protein turkey or chicken based product that is good for the gators.
Many of the younger alligators were captive born or harvested from the wild as
eggs through the State of Florida egg harvesting program. the larger alligators
were either captive born at Gatorland or collected from the wild in local areas
decades ago. Occasionally nuisance gators are trapped and brought into Gatorland
Orlando Florida.
Alligator Island, located in the northern section of
Gatorland's "Gator Lake", is home to the largest reptiles in the park.
Hundreds of alligators inhabit "Gator Lake", and Alligator Island is the
best place to see Gatorland's largest alligators and crocodiles up close and
personal as they soak up the Florida sun. You might even get a chance to see
Alf, a gigantic American Crocodile over 15 feet in length. Weighing over
1,000 pounds, Alf is Gatorland's largest reptile, and a favorite amongst
Gatorland's visitors and staff.
For over half a century, Gatorland has been creating
fond vacation memories for millions of visitors who have
entered through its gaping gator mouth entrance.
Families, friends and employees alike have ventured
through the glass double doors on their way to a journey
through this natural, low-tech adventure. Located
between Orlando and Kissimmee on the South Orange
Blossom Trail, Gatorland is one of Central Florida's
oldest attractions, and provides a unique and natural
alternative to the larger theme parks of today.
Founded by the late Owen Godwin in 1949,
and still privately owned by his family today, Gatorland
is a 110-acre theme park and wildlife preserve,
combining "Old Florida" charm with exciting, new
exhibits and entertainment. Known internationally as the
"Alligator Capital of the World," Gatorland today
provides affordably priced family-fun with thousands of
alligators and crocodiles, a breeding marsh with
boardwalk and observation tower, one-of-a-kind reptilian
shows, aviary, petting zoo, swamp walk, educational
programs and much, much more.
