2021 Map of Mascotte

About this map

Mascotte and Groveland stand as primary centers of settlement within a landscape defined by an intricate network of wetlands and lakes along the Lake and Sumter County line. The transition from the dense pine stands of the Withlacoochee State Forest in the west to the open waters of Lake Jackson and Gallows Lake in the east highlights the region's diverse hydrography. The inclusion of the General James A Van Fleet State Trl and the Withlacoochee State Forest Trl indicates how former transportation corridors have been repurposed for modern use. Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of local burial sites, from the larger Mascotte Cem to the isolated Fender Family Cem. The presence of Osborn Airfield and numerous named islands like Carters Island within the Head Swamp area further characterizes this rural Florida interior during the early 21st century.