Putnam County · Florida
Fishing in Palatka, Florida
Explore the St. Johns River and nearby Putnam County fishing areas. Find fishing guides, boat ramps, bait shops, dated fishing reports, and places to stay for your next trip.
Latest Fishing Reports
Recent updates from the St. Johns River and Putnam County waters.
Rodman: bass biting, vegetation complicates access.
Capt. Sean Rush reports continued bass catches on Rodman, while dense floating vegetation is making boat access and navigation difficult.
St. Johns: shell flats produce a big tournament catch.
Major League Fishing reports that Cody Morgan won the Palatka event with 61 pounds, 9 ounces over two days, targeting bass on shell flats.
Shrimp are the story on the main river.
Capt. Roger Bump reports a shrimp run on the St. Johns, with bass feeding on shrimp in freshwater stretches and redfish in the mix around Palatka.
Photos & Videos
On the water around Palatka, the St. Johns River and Rodman.
St. Johns River Fishing Report! | All Seasons | Terry Scroggins
Rodman August Tournament – Jax Bass Club
Rodman Reservoir practice July 26 – Jax Bass Club
FBomb Fishing searches deeper water during a Rodman Reservoir practice trip for Jax Bass Club.
St. Johns River Jax Bass Club tourney July 2026
Join FBomb Fishing for a July 2026 Jax Bass Club tournament on the St. Johns River, with Palatka mentioned in the video.
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Upcoming Tournaments & Events
Find your next fishing event in Palatka. Explore dates, locations and registration details.
Florida Elite Anglers · North Trail #2
Palatka City Dock · St. Johns River
Junior and high-school bass trail. Check membership, team eligibility and registration with Florida Elite Anglers.
Florida Elite Anglers · Fall Trail #3
Palatka City Dock · St. Johns River
Junior and high-school bass trail. Check membership, team eligibility and registration with Florida Elite Anglers.
Florida Elite Anglers · North Trail #3
Palatka City Dock · St. Johns River
Junior and high-school bass trail. Check membership, team eligibility and registration with Florida Elite Anglers.
Plan Your Trip
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