
Leesburg and the surrounding lake country of Florida define this landscape at the crossroads of water and rail. The city serves as a central hub, flanked by the waters of Lake Griffin, Lake Harris, and Lake Eustis, which are connected by a network of runs and creeks. The arrival of the CSX Transportation line and the presence of the Leesburg International Airport underscore the area's role as a regional transit and educational center, home to institutions like the University of Central Florida Leesburg and Lake-Sumter State College. Historical roots are evident in the numerous cemeteries scattered through the residential districts, including Shady Oak Cem and Lane Park Cem. Smaller communities such as Bassville Park, Sunnyside, and Tavares line the shorelines, while unique landforms like Treasure Island and Tomato Hill rise above the basin's edge.
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1955 · Orlando
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Orlando
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Orlando
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1962 · Orlando
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1962 · Astatula
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1965 · Leesburg East
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1965 · Umatilla
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1966 · Leesburg West
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1966 · Lady Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1966 · Eustis
USGS Topo · 1:24,000