Mike Roess Gold Head State Park campground
Mike Roess Gold Head State Park
Reservations are accepted at Mike Roess Gold Head State Park, offering campers the convenience of securing their preferred camping spot in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability. The best time to visit this camping area is during the cooler months, from October to May, when the weather is milder and more enjoyable for outdoor activities.
While exploring the camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, especially with alligators that inhabit the park's lake. Visitors are advised to maintain a safe distance and avoid feeding or approaching any wildlife. Additionally, it is essential to be mindful of the park's rules and regulations to ensure a pleasant and respectful camping experience for all. With its array of amenities and picturesque landscape, Mike Roess Gold Head State Park offers a delightful camping experience for nature enthusiasts in Florida.
What's on-site at Mike Roess Gold Head State Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Mike Roess Gold Head State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Crystal Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Blanding Rv Military | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Kenwood Rec Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rodman Rec Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Davenport Landing | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mike Roess Gold Head State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Black Creek Nr Penney Farms | 13 cfs | → |
| Santa Fe River Near Graham | 1 cfs | → |
| North Fork Black Creek Nr Middleburg | 25 cfs | → |
| New River Nr Lake Butler Fla | · | → |
| Orange Creek At Orange Springs | 2 cfs | → |
| St. Johns R At Buffalo Bluff Nr Satsuma | 6,680 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mike Roess Gold Head State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings 4ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| St. Augustine 3.4 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
- Reservation Camp Blanding Military
- Camp Blanding Wildlife Management Area
- Mcdavid Park
- Belmore State Forest
- Belmore Wildlife Management Area
Boat launches
- Impact Road Clay County
- George's Lake Boat Ramp
- Cr 21b 3496, Bradford County
- Avenue A 16, Starke
- Trout Street 6116, Melrose
- Lake Santa Fe Boat Ramp
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mike Roess Gold Head State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mike Roess Gold Head State Park
Can I make reservations at Mike Roess Gold Head State Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Mike Roess Gold Head State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Mike Roess Gold Head State Park.