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Gold Head: Deer Pond Panoramic View Traditional Cache

Hidden : 11/29/2010
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:


As of the date of placement there is an $5.00 access fee to enter the park.

GOLD HEAD BRANCH STATE PARK


Cachers are seeking a camo'd ammo can located off the trail with a Great view of Deer Lake.

Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park is located on rolling sandhills in an area known as the central ridge of Florida. A deep ravine with springs issuing from its side bisects the area and forms Gold Head Branch. Marshes, lakes and scrub provide a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife

The park was developed on a 2,000-acre site by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the 1930s. The extraordinary craftsmanship of the CCC is still evident today.

Several nature trails of varying length from a short 10-minute walk to a several hour hike are offered. These trails meander through the parks diverse habitats of open sand hills, lush ravine system with its seepage springs and flowing stream and lakes.

You'll have the opportunity to see such wildlife as the Sherman's fox squirrel, southeastern kestrel, red tailed hawks, bald eagles, various water and wading birds,fox, and deer. Enjoy, Let's Go Geocaching!



Northeast Florida Geocachers Association
This cache is owned by a member of the
Northeast Florida Geocachers Association

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