2015 Map of Crystal Lake

About this map

Crystal Lake and the surrounding panhandle sandhills characterize this Florida landscape, where the Washington Co - Bay Co line bisects a densely clustered network of karst ponds and named lakes. The terrain is defined by its unusual hydrography, featuring distinct basins like Compass Lake, Big Island Lake, and Court Martial Lake. Transportation through the area is anchored by Highway 20, which runs east-to-west across the central portion of the map, and the Crystal Village Airport serving local aviation needs. The 2015 survey reveals a pattern of rural residential growth, particularly north of Highway 20, with a web of named roads such as Quail Ridge Dr and Turkey Run Rd weaving between larger water bodies like Open Lake and Long Lake. This collection of features implies a region deeply connected to its aquatic geography, with settlement and recreation historically organized around the numerous ponds and sloughs.