Mike Roess Gold Head State Park, also known as Gold Head Branch State Park. Gold Head Branch State Park is one of the oldest State Parks in Florida, dating back to the 1930s when the Civilian Conservation Corps built the State Park. Mike Roess Gold Head State Park is a keystone element of North Central Florida in Keystone Heights. It is one of the last places you can go to visit the old-growth of long leaf pines. The park has a variety of wildlife supported by marshes, lakes, and scrubs.
Overview
Once inside the park, you can expect to enjoy activities such as hiking on a 5.4-mile stretch. Both swimming and fishing are popular activities at Gold Head Branch State Park. Or maybe you want to take a peaceful canoe ride around the lake. Gold Head Branch State Park has three different campgrounds within the park. In each of these campgrounds, water and electricity are at each campsite. Each campsite offers a slightly different camping experience. When reserving your spot, be sure to look into what each campsite has to offer.
Highlights
There are three group camping sites at Mike Roess Gold Head State Park. Each of these sites can be used by youth or adult groups. 6 people are the minimum, and they must be part of a recognized group or benevolent society. Each of the three sites has water spigots, and 1 campfire per campsite is allowed; electricity is not available, and each site can hold up to a maximum of 25 people.
The camping fees are as follows:
• $5 per night per adult
• $1 per night per child (Under 18)
Internet
Wi-Fi is located at the campsites.
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