Swamp People: Season 13
The Swamp People featured in this History series are the proud descendants of French Canadian refugees who settled in the swamp region of Louisiana in the 18th century. In the farthest corner of Louisiana lies the nation's largest swamp, a hidden world where nature rules and man fights back. Cameras follow members of this fiercely independent group as they struggle to preserve their way of life in the Atchafalaya Bas
Season 13 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series follows the proud descendants of French Canadian refugees who settled in the swamp region of Louisiana in the 18th century.
- The primary narrative focuses on a fiercely independent group struggling to preserve their way of life in the Atchafalaya Basin.
- The central annual event is the 30-day alligator-hunting season, which represents the most important time of the year for the swampers.
- Swampers must constantly contend with the many perils and trials that stand in their way as they try to maintain an ancient way of life in a rapidly modernizing world.
Season overview
The Swamp People featured in this History series are the proud descendants of French Canadian refugees who settled in the swamp region of Louisiana in the 18th century. In the farthest corner of Louisiana lies the nation's largest swamp, a hidden world where nature rules and man fights back. Cameras follow members of this fiercely independent group as they struggle to preserve their way of life in the Atchafalaya Basin during the most important time of the year for them, which is the alligator-hunting season. Specifically, Swamp People follows Cajuns in the Atchafalaya Swamp during the 30-day alligator hunting season as these swampers fight to maintain an ancient way of life in a rapidly modernizing world, despite the many perils and trials that stand in their way, deep in the heart of Louisiana where America's largest swamp is located.
Episode Guide
Season 13 Progress Shield
Gators on the Storm
Jan 27, 2022 · 41 min
Hunters scramble to fill as many tags as possible before Hurricane Ida, an unprecedented category 4 storm, shuts down their season.
Nothing but Bulls
Feb 3, 2022 · 44 min
With their buyer shut down after Hurricane Ida, the Edgars hunt for giant bulls they can skin themselves. The Landrys lend a hand to Ronnie and Ashley after being devastated by the
Battle of the Sexes
Feb 10, 2022 · 62 min
Troy and Ronnie compete against their deckhands, Pickle and Ashley, in a battle of the sexes. The Edwards rush to make up for lost time. Best friends Leron and Porkchop move to new
Blast in the Bayou
Feb 17, 2022 · 61 min
Ronnie and Ashley follow an underwater pipeline looking for big gators and come across a gas leak that puts their lives in danger. Jacob and Don head for their favorite honey hole,
Gators in Low Places
Feb 24, 2022 · 61 min
With water levels dropping rapidly, Joey and Zak race to fill their tags before getting stranded in a remote canal. Troy takes advantage of the low water to settle an old score wit
Secret Sauce
Mar 3, 2022 · 61 min
Facing a heatwave, Pickle tries out her special bait, frozen chicken pops. The Edgars gamble on the cooler waters at the mouth of the Mississippi. Ronnie struggles to get through t
Battle of Black Lagoon
Mar 10, 2022 · 62 min
Water levels are rising quickly, forcing Leron and Porkchop to race the incoming tide. Willie goes after his old foe, Black Lagoon. Ronnie and Ashley use their airboat to reach new
Sinkhole Giants
Mar 17, 2022 · 61 min
The Landrys fish in a dangerous sinkhole that could swallow them whole. Ronnie and Ashley battle the Cane Breaker. The Edgars hunt down the menacing beasts breaking into local fish
Swamp Professor
Mar 31, 2022 · 62 min
On a hunch, Daniel Edgar rushes to run tags before a rain storm hits. Don captains his boat with the help of a deckhand who calls himself "Black Rambo." Ronnie calls upon the help
Captain Pickle
Apr 7, 2022 · 44 min
Pickle gets her shot to be captain, but Troy struggles to hand over the reins. Jacob takes his son gator hunting for the first time. Ronnie and Ashley fish in a traditional pirogue
Crawfish Monster
Apr 14, 2022 · 44 min
Facing a cold snap, Daniel bets on a hot spring honey hole. Joey and Zak chase a giant into the crawfish ponds. Troy teaches Pickle to fish with a treble hook. Leron and Porkchop t
Full Moon Mayhem
Apr 21, 2022 · 45 min
Joey and Zak try to cash in on the full moon feeding frenzy. Daniel seeks revenge on Luna Bull. Pickle's superstitions come back to haunt her. Chase hunts sinker cypress near an ol
Swamp Juice
Apr 28, 2022 · 45 min
Willie and Little Willie compete for the title of best marksman. Don puts his Swamp Juice to the test. Ronnie struggles to hunt alone. Chase is plagued by a sinker cypress menace.
Tag Team Gators
May 5, 2022 · 62 min
Hoping to tag out, the Edgars face new challenges and confront an old nemesis. One mistake turns Troy and Pickle's day into a nightmare. Willie prepares his son for the next level.
Til the Fat Gator Sings
May 18, 2022 · 62 min
On the last day of the season the Landrys learn nothing comes easy. Leron and Porkchop battle bulls and each other. Willie risks not tagging out by refusing to set lines. Ronnie an