2021 Map of Gum Lake

About this map

Lake Wales Ridge dominates the eastern elevation of this landscape, rising above the lowlands of the Green Swamp to the west. This 2021 survey reveals a complex mosaic of aquatic features, from the large expanse of Lake Lowery and Gum Lake to smaller basins like Lost Lake and Duck Pond. The settlement pattern follows the higher ground along the ridge, where Haines City and Davenport exhibit dense residential and commercial expansion. In contrast, the western half of the map remains defined by hydrologic features such as Lake Mattie Marsh and Tangerine Lake. Transportation infrastructure is heavily influenced by the terrain, with names like Holly Hill Fruit Rd and Holly Hill Grove 1 Rd reflecting the area's agricultural legacy. Aviation history is noted at Gore Airport, while newer communities like Citrus Ridge and Holiday Manor mark the continuing residential growth of central Florida.