Fannett, Texas: Gator Country, Home of Big Al and Big Tex
Hundreds of gators in residence; visitors can feed them. Big Al is over 13 feet long, Big Tex is nearly 14.
Gator Country
- Address:
- 21159 FM 365, Fannett, TX
- Directions:
- Gator Country. I-10 exit 838. Drive west a half-mile on FM 365. On the left (south) side.
- Hours:
- Daily 10-5 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 409-794-9453
- Admission:
- Adults $16.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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Gator Country's Big Al is no longer the biggest gator in Texas. His next-pond neighbor is now Big Tex, seven inches longer at 13 feet 11 inches. The many other gators live in one of four group ponds. Gator Country has a gift shop and a concessions building.
[Glenn L, 06/28/2021]Gator Country - Home of Big Al
Gator Country is not just a whole lot of gators -- it's also a whole lot of other things...turtles, snakes, frogs, and even a very friendly skunk. Be sure to not miss the educational presentation by the very knowledgeable interns!
[April N, 07/07/2017]Giant Home-Made Alligator
A giant man-made alligator greets visitors coming into Beaumont on I-10. It can be seen from the highway. It is right at the FM365 exit.
[Kim, 11/22/2015]Gator Country - Home of Big Al
Come a bit before the gator demonstration begins to see the gators. The park consists of five ponds and can be toured in less then a half hour.
[TexBs, 08/16/2010]Nearby Offbeat Places
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Big Al is the biggest alligator in Texas -- over 13 feet long and weighing over a half ton. Over 100 other alligators are available to be fed by visitors to Gator Country. August 2014: Photo added.