Mud Lake - Palatka

Putnam County, Florida

Mud Lake is a small lake in Palatka, Florida. Gainesville is under 50 miles away, and Jacksonville is under 70 miles away.

It is five minutes from Putnam Community Medical Center and an hour and a half from Jacksonville International Airport. Within 10 minutes is Winn Dixie, Save A Lot, and Publix.

Tons of Fishing

Many homes on Mud Lake have a dock, making it easy to explore the water by boat, kayak, or canoe. Anglers can toss out a line, and residents will love taking a dip on a summer day.

Dedicated anglers can travel to St. Augustine Beach and embark on a saltwater fishing adventure. The St. Johns River, also nearby, is riddled with largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, shellcrackers, and catfish.

St. Augustine

Fishing isn't the only thing you can do at the beach, however. St. Augustine is the perfect place to get your toes in the sand.

Founded in 1565 by Spanish settlers, it is the oldest European-established city in the contiguous United States. That being said, the city is rich in history and Spanish architecture.

Explore Gainesville

Gainesville has a wide assortment of activities inside the city.

The Florida Museum of Natural History Exhibits explores the natural and human heritage of Florida, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

The Hippodrome Theatre offers plays, independent films, and an art gallery.

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention is a modern museum from the inventor of Gatorade featuring interactive science and technology exhibits.

There are plenty of popular restaurants including Underground Kitchen, The Top, and MOJO Hogtown Bar-B-Que, Smoked Meats Whiskey Bar.

Take in All Florida Has to Offer

If you love the welcoming climate of Florida and want to be in the midst of it all, check out Mud Lake. You just might find your next lake home!