Re: Do alligators ever harass hikers?

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Posted by Ed G on April 17, 2007 at 3:42:05 pm EDT
In reply to Do alligators ever harass hikers? posted by Kirk on April 17, 2007 at 1:52:44 pm EDT

you could get into a little trouble if your swimming in the swamps alone at night with a poodle around your neck.

Seriously, alligators used to be everywhere, but unless you are hiking along a river, lake or thru swamps the chances of seeing one is pretty remote (although I bet they will see you). They will normally slide into the water when they hear someone approaching.

Unless you are really careless, you have a better chance of getting struck by lightning than you do of getting hurt by an alligator.

I'd be more concerned about the bears than the alligators, poisonous snakes, spiders, chiggers and ticks.


Lots of great hiking trails in Florida.

If your looking for backpacking, do a web search on Florida National Scenic trail and the Florida Trails.

If you want car camping, Ocala National Forest is ok.

Keep in mind that most people car camping in Florida are either tourists or good 'ole boys and you'll have to put up with their fires, lanterns, kids screaming and drunken yelling. The adult campers are even worse.


kayaking and canoeing is popular during the winter months, but water-skiing and wakeboarding are the more popular sports.

Most serious campers who live in Florida hibernate from Late March thru late October. Camping season starts when the weather cools down, the bugs aren't as bad and the daily deluge and lightning storms cease.


Ed G
Clermont, Fl

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