Putnam County spreads to either side of the St. Johns River, boasting scenic river views and lush undulating landscape around the its county seat of Palatka. Putnam County was named for Benjamin A Putnam, first president of the Florida Historic Society and a veteran of the First Seminole War.

Government Offices

• Putnam County Government

Historic Sites

• Mt. Royal
• Putnam County Historical Society
• Bartram Trail
• Palatka Water Works Environmental Education Center