Testimonials for Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
- "My wife and I decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary this year by going to a park. We had made reservations online so all we had to do is enjoy the ride to the park. We instantly fell in love with the cabin which was built in the 1930s. Everything was the way we pictured it would be. We took walks, flew kites and just sat around and enjoyed life. It was so peaceful, and the park staff was so helpful. This park is clean and beautiful and it makes the drive well worth it. We are already planning another trip this year with our family. We recommend this park to anyone who loves camping! Once again thanks for every thing."
April 6, 2004
John Ronan - St. Cloud, FL - Every Florida state park I've visited strikes me as beautiful and I'm grateful these small areas of wild Florida remain for all of us to enjoy and love. Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park has a fabulous picnic area with numerous sheltering gazebos. We loved the ravine with its charming brook, the many lakes (though the water was low) and viewing the wonderfully situated cabins, full of heritage and quite inviting. The trails, grounds and facilities were very clean and I really appreciate all the work that goes into keeping these parks beautiful for the enjoyment of humans, sanctuary for wildlife and where Florida plants can grow naturally. WW
Wendy Wilson - Orance City (by Orlando), Florida - Florida never ceases to amaze me with it's incredibly diverse habitats, and Gold Head Branch is no different. To see the exclusively diverse animals and plants that call the steephead ravines unique environment home is a one of a kind experience. Knowing that Lake Sheelar is over 24,000 yrs old is mind boggling. To top it off, the expanse of the universe visble in the night skys is nothing less than breathtaking! The dawn we visited, Venus, the Moon and the star Regulas were all next to each other near the horizon producing a sight to be seen!
Ray Strong - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - I have camped at Goldhead atleast 9 times and each time is a new experience. I still have yet to hike/discover parts of the park even after extensive hiking. I have four children and Goldhead has become our home away from home. It is a garden of Eden for me and my family and a sanctuary for peace. I recommend Goldhead to anyone that loves nature and has a sense of adventure. The trails are spectacular and the staff are wonderful. I am going to look into volunteering because I feel obligated to give back to this place. It is my sanctuary. Thank you.
Kenneth Smith - Jacksonville, FL
