Alligators

The alligator draw hunt application process is closed to new applications. Successful drawn applicants need to purchase their permit and tags.

Complaint Numbers for Nuisance Alligators
Draw Hunt Information for Alligators
FAQ's on Alligator Draw Hunts
Groundhog Day and Lowcountry Alligators
Hunting Season Management Units for Alligators
South Carolina Alligator Hunting Guide (Adobe PDF - File size 1MB)

The 2008 open season is September 13 - October 11 (2nd Saturday in September – 2nd Saturday in October).

There is a $10 non refundable application fee for all applicants to the Alligator Draw Hunts. In addition, if selected, there is a $100 Alligator Hunting Permit fee.

Taking of alligators will be controlled by regulation and the instructions on permits.

Adobe® Reader® is required to open the SC Alligator Hunting Guide and is available as a free download from the Adobe® Web site.