Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park is a state park in Starke, FL. It is most useful for nature, walking and wildlife, making it a practical outdoor stop for a Florida day plan. Planning notes include typical visit around 150 minutes and family-friendly signal present. Use this page to review photos, map context, source links and nearby Florida listings before visiting.
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