2021 Map of Gainesville East

About this map

The University of Florida and its surrounding urban expansion dominate the southwestern portion of this Alachua County study. The map illustrates the transition from the city center of Gainesville to the low-lying wetlands and preserves that define the eastern landscape. To the north and east, the terrain becomes increasingly dominated by water and forest, including the vast Gum Root Swamp and the edge of Newnans Lake. Several established communities and neighborhoods, such as Lincoln Estates, Kincaid Hills, and Fairbanks, are positioned between the city's built-up core and the expansive natural corridors of Hatchet Creek and Little Hatchet Creek. Researchers will find a high density of cemeteries and memorial sites, such as Evergreen Cem and Forest Meadows Cem East, alongside civic landmarks like the Alachua County Criminal Justice Center. The presence of the Morningside Nature Center Trl highlights the area's commitment to preserving its ecological character amidst ongoing regional growth.