| Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary & Zoological Gardens Welcome to the world of alligator rescue and rehabilitaion |
| David Critchlow, owner, first envisioned a reptile park in the mid 80's, beginning with a small habitat for small cold-blooded animals indigenous to Michigan as entertainment for his two growing children. Expanding into tropical exhibits in the 90's, and rescuing reptiles, especially American Alligators in 2001, David's collection of reptiles and tropical plants has now transformed into Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary & Zoological Gardens, which is now located at 1698 M-66 Athens, Michigan. 49011. The theme behind Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary is to create a natural environment similar to those found throughout the world. The mission of Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary & Zoological Garden's is to inspire and educate people to care for the environment by providing fun and educational experiences that lead to understanding the natural world. |
Gator Run Gifts & Crafts is now open for business during the hours of 10 am to 7 pm daily. To give visitors a glimpse of what they will see in the spring, we have live gators on display in the gift shop as a teaser for what's to come. All alligators and other reptiles and amphibians in the Sanctuary are rescued from previous owners, police departments, animal control, and other zoos or institutions throughout the midwest. We do not buy or sell any of our animals. |
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