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Boathouse Riverfront Park
Park · Palatka, Florida
Not today — an official hazard warning is active
Avoid todayNot today — an official hazard warning is active: a Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for Inland Flagler; Eastern Clay; Eastern Putnam; South Central Duval; Western St. Johns.
- Water temp 72°F (22°C)
- Streamflow 2,500 ft³/s
- Gage height 13.53 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ST. JOHNS R AT BUFFALO BLUFF NEAR SATSUMA, FL (4.6 mi away), as of Oct 29, 6:15 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for Inland Flagler; Eastern Clay; Eastern Putnam; South Central Duval; Western St. Johns. — NWS Jacksonville FL
- Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 02244040, as of Oct 29, 6:15 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 8,350 ft³/s over 33 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 6:15 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Florida yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Get an email when it’s warm enough
It’s 72°F at Boathouse Riverfront Park now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Gateway to the St. Johns River in Palatka, this riverfront park features a quarter-mile scenic riverwalk with panoramic river views, an observation deck overlooking the Old Memorial Bridge, and the nature-focused Puc Puggy Playground with a splash pad. The marina offers boat slip rentals, kayak rentals, and scenic water tours. A WWII submarine memorial for USS Tang and the St. Johns River Center — the official welcome center for the Bartram National Recreation Trail — anchor the park's historical significance.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Boathouse Riverfront Park?
- Boathouse Riverfront Park is a park in Palatka, Florida.
- What is the water temperature at Boathouse Riverfront Park?
- As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Boathouse Riverfront Park in Palatka, Florida is 72°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 02244040, 4.6 miles away.
- Can you swim at Boathouse Riverfront Park?
- Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for Inland Flagler; Eastern Clay; Eastern Putnam; South Central Duval; Western St. Johns. Checked October 29, 2026.
- How is Boathouse Riverfront Park rated?
- Boathouse Riverfront Park in Palatka, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 1780 reviews.
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Location & Contact
100 Memorial Pkwy, Palatka, FL 32177
Palatka, Florida 32177
Phone
+1 386-385-3662Popular Times
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- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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