Naturally, elusive creatures such as our cryptids are generally said to inhabit areas of the world that are less populated by humans. And that makes sense. After all, if Bigfoot hid in the alleys of New York City we’d call him a squatter, not a cryptid. Our next cryptid is another Bigfoot relative that allegedly roams another remote location.

Honey Island Swamp is a marshland located in the eastern part of Louisiana. At only 250 acres, the swamp is considered the “most pristine” swampland in the United States. Not only is the bayou inhabited by numerous species of wildlife, but it is also believed to be home to the Honey Island Swamp Monster.

This cryptid, also known as the Cajun Sasquatch, is said to be a bipedal humanoid that stands about seven feet tall and weighs around 400 pounds. The swamp monster is described as foul-smelling, with gray, black, or orange hair, yellow or red eyes, and webbed feet with three or four toes. The creature has allegedly been seen around the swamp for the better part of six decades; however, the earliest stories of the monster come from Choctaw legends, passed down from generation to generation, of a giant beast that terrorized the region.

In 1963, two men—Harlan Ford and Billy Mills—were deep in Honey Island Swamp when they came upon a massive creature on all fours. After hearing their voices, they saw the creature stand on two feet and face them. I made eye contact with them for several seconds before fleeing into the thick swamp vegetation.

There have been numerous alleged encounters with the Honey Island Swamp Monster. Also, many unusual footprints captured in plaster and strange sounds caught in recordings are believed to belong to the creature.

It’s possible that we’ll come to the full truth through definitive proof, one day. Or it’s just as possible that a large Louisiana alligator has already ended the mystery of the Honey Island Swamp Monster. It’s hard to know. But one can always hope. And wait.