2018 Map of Astatula

About this map

Astatula and Minneola anchor this map of the central Florida lake country, where the landscape is defined by a dense network of water bodies and citrus-growing heritage. The topography is dominated by the Lake Wales Ridge, which rises toward Sugarloaf Mtn, providing a stark contrast to the low-lying marshes of Clay Island and the shores of Lake Apopka. Significant engineering is visible through the McDonald Canal and the Apopka-Beauclair Canal, which connect the region's large lakes and managed wetlands. This late 2010s survey shows the residential expansion of Howey Height alongside established landmarks like the Astatula Cem and the Orlando North Airpark. Smaller bodies like Saddle Bag Lake, Pretty Lake, and Gizzard Lake illustrate the intricate hydrology that has shaped local development and land use for decades.