Palatka
Palatka is the largest city in Putnam County and is located in Northeast Florida. The city of Palatka is rich in culture, nature and history and is home to more than 10,000 people. Palatka hosts several festivals each year and has two historic districts.
Getting There
1 hour south of Jacksonville
1 hour east of Gainesville
1 hour northwest of Daytona Beach
30 minutes west of St. Augustine
2 hours north of Orlando
The St. Johns River flows north through the county and adjoining counties. Water, water everywhere… There are more than 70 square miles of recreational rivers and lakes. There are approximately eight springs, abundant with wildlife, within a 60 mile radius. Millions of gallons of cold, crystal clear water flow from each spring daily. You can swim, snorkel, canoe in most. You may even see a Manatee.
Beaches in Palatka
Crescent Beach - 32 miles
St. Augustine Beach - 36 miles
Daytona Beach - 57 miles
Jacksonville Beach - 70 miles
Flagler Beach - 41 miles
Cedar Key - 99 miles
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