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Out on the Trails

Check our these photos our guides have taken out on the trails!

Goethe State Forest Featured Flora & Fauna!

See what species people are identifying out in the forest!

Goethe Forest iNaturalist
baby alligatorBlack Prong AdventuresAmerican Alligator | “On the Trails” with Emily
April 28, 2025

American Alligator | “On the Trails” with Emily

Each month Trail Manager, Emily Galka, highlights flora and fauna that she observes in the Goethe State Forest that surrounds the Black Prong Resort. Goethe State Forest Species of the…
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April 22, 2025

10 Horse Wedding Ideas for a Unique Celebration in Florida

10 Horse Wedding Ideas for a Unique Celebration in Florida   A Magical Equestrian Celebration in the Sunshine State Planning a wedding that reflects your love for horses and the…
Black Prong AdventuresRaccoon | “On the Trails” with Emily
March 27, 2025

Raccoon | “On the Trails” with Emily

Each month Trail Manager, Emily Galka, highlights flora and fauna that she observes in the Goethe State Forest that surrounds the Black Prong Resort. Goethe State Forest Species of the…
Black Prong AdventuresGreen Anole | “On the Trails” with Emily
February 26, 2025

Green Anole | “On the Trails” with Emily

Each month Trail Manager, Emily Galka, highlights flora and fauna that she observes in the Goethe State Forest that surrounds the Black Prong Resort. Goethe State Forest Species of the…

Step into natural history as you experience the Goethe State Forest. 

As one of the largest areas of contiguous longleaf pine forest, Goethe is home to trees over 900 years old! Spot wildlife when you are out on the trail and learn how Forest Rangers use fire as a tool to maintain plant and animal habitats. You will experience a different side of Florida when you venture into the Goethe Forest.

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