Where to Fish in Palatka & Putnam County, Florida

At the heart of Fish Palatka

St. Johns River

Fish the St. Johns. Start in Palatka.

Plan your river day around Palatka and East Palatka—with local launches, fishing guides, bait shops, and waterfront stops. Explore more of Putnam County’s St. Johns River through Bostwick, Satsuma, Welaka, and Georgetown.

Palatka Riverfront Park
St. Johns River waterfront at Palatka Riverfront Park, photographed February 14, 2026. Photo: Raziel Janeway / f2 photografia (external website, opens in a new tab) · Taken 2026-02-14

Explore more Putnam County fishing areas

Crescent Lake

Plan a lake trip around Crescent City’s launch, fish camps and waterfront food stops.

Dunns Creek

Explore the connection between Crescent Lake and the St. Johns, with creekside camps and park access.