Does Bassmaster hold tournaments on the St. Johns River?

Yes. The Bassmaster Elite Series has held events on the St. Johns River out of Palatka, Florida, with blast-off from the Palatka City Dock. Confirm the current season's schedule on Bassmaster.com.

Where do St. Johns River bass tournaments launch?

Major events on the St. Johns typically launch from the Palatka City Dock on the downtown riverfront. Local and regional tournaments also run out of ramps on Rodman Reservoir and the lakes.

Tournaments

Tournaments on the St. Johns

From the Bassmaster Elite Series to local weekend derbies — what's coming up on Bass Capital water.

Bassmaster Elite

Bassmaster Elite Series — St. Johns River

February 20, 2025 – February 23, 2025 · Palatka City Dock, 319 River St, Palatka, FL

The Bassmaster Elite Series has run on the St. Johns River out of Palatka, most recently Feb 20–23, 2025, with blast-off from the Palatka City Dock. It was not on the 2026 Elite schedule; a 2027 return has not been announced — check Bassmaster.com for the current season.

St. Johns tournaments — FAQ

Does Bassmaster hold tournaments on the St. Johns River?: Yes. The Bassmaster Elite Series has held events on the St. Johns River out of Palatka, Florida, with blast-off from the Palatka City Dock. Confirm the current season's schedule on Bassmaster.com.
Where do St. Johns River bass tournaments launch?: Major events on the St. Johns typically launch from the Palatka City Dock on the downtown riverfront. Local and regional tournaments also run out of ramps on Rodman Reservoir and the lakes.