Welcome to Palatka to St. Augustine State Trail, a picturesque multi-use recreational path that winds its way through the charming St. Johns and Putnam counties. Journey down this 19-mile-long paved trail that meanders through delightful agricultural scenery and captivating routes. You can kick off your exploration from various access points, but starting in St. Johns County and venturing into Putnam County is a favored route with ample parking at the eastern trailheads and the chance to explore the designated Florida Trail Town of Palatka halfway through.

Listed below are the trailheads along the Palatka to St. Augustine State Trail, guiding you from east to west:

-**Vermont Blvd. Trailhead**: Nestled off Vermont Boulevard, this cozy trailhead features a kiosk with a trail map and roadside parking. This marks the farthest eastern access point of the trail, as the final mile heads east and culminates at the railroad tracks. Embarking on a westward journey from this point covers a round-trip distance of 35 miles.

-**Vermont Heights Trailhead**: Roughly a mile away from the Vermont Blvd. Trailhead, this site, managed by St. Johns County Parks and Recreation, offers amenities like a kiosk with a map, parking, restroom, and picnic area. Traveling west from here spans a total of 34 miles round-trip.

-**Armstrong Park**: Operated by St. Johns County Parks and Recreation, this trailhead boasts facilities such as restrooms, parking, a picnic area, and a playground. Situated 5 miles from the Vermont Blvd. Trailhead and 12 miles from the tail’s end in Putnam County, a trail map kiosk awaits just west of the site.

-**Cora C. Harrison Preserve**: Managed by St. Johns County Parks and Recreation, this trailhead is equipped with a restroom, parking, and a picnic spot. Journeying westward from here covers a distance of 9 miles from the Vermont Blvd. Trailhead and 7 miles from the trail’s conclusion in Putnam County. A map kiosk is conveniently placed just west of the trailhead.

-**East River Road Trailhead**: Located on East River Road in Putnam County, this quaint trailhead provides three roadside parking spaces. A map kiosk signals the end of the Palatka to St. Augustine State Trail in Putnam County.

As you traverse the trail, remember to exercise caution at intersections and utilize the signals while crossing U.S. 207. Your safety is paramount, so be vigilant and enjoy your journey along the Palatka to St. Augustine State Trail. For further inquiries or to report any concerns, please reach out to Ravine Gardens State Park at 386-329-3721. For information regarding the St. Johns County trailheads, contact St. Johns County Parks and Recreation at 904-209-0655.