Explore Clermont, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Clermont |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 28.533292 |
| Longitude | -81.720238 |
| Population | 43,021 |
| Density | 923.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 34711, 34712, 34713, 34715, 34714 |
| Area Code | 727 |
| County Seat | Tavares |
| School District | Lake County School District |
Clermont reveals itself through a landscape defined by the expansive, shimmering presence of Lake Minnehaha. It lies 2.4 miles southwest of Minneola, FL (from Minneola, FL: bearing 223°T), and is situated 4.8 miles east of Groveland. The air here carries a heavy, subtropical weight that softens the edges of the horizon, where the distant silhouette of Sugarloaf Mountain rises against the sky. Palatlakaha Park offers a direct connection to the native terrain, providing a sanctuary where the land meets the water in quiet reflection. Residents often find that the light at dusk settles across the surface of the lake, turning the water into a vast sheet of burnished copper. A mile away, the Palatlakaha River winds through the lowlands, drawing the gaze toward the nearby currents of Cypress Cove.
Clermont grew from the labor of those who saw potential in the fertile soil, establishing a legacy deeply rooted in the cycles of the harvest. The local economy maintains a steady pulse, having transitioned from the golden era of citrus groves into a broader sphere of modern enterprise and service. While the rhythms of industry have shifted, the influence of the earth remains, seen in the persistent care given to the surrounding orchards and green spaces. Commerce moves with a measured pace, mirroring the slow, deliberate growth of the trees that once defined the regional wealth. The town functions as a hub of activity where the memory of earlier agricultural toil informs the current professional endeavors of its inhabitants.
Clermont possesses a distinct cultural character shaped by the intersection of southern traditions and the steady influx of new faces. Residents gather for local events that mark the calendar, often drawing neighbors together near the shores of Lake Minnehaha to celebrate the changing seasons. The spirit of the place is perhaps best captured by the endurance of Wilson Island, which stands as a silent sentinel amidst the shifting currents. While the town avoids the frantic pace of larger metropolitan centers, it remains a site of genuine human connection and quiet observation. Notable individuals, such as the Olympic cyclist Nelson Vails, have found in these surroundings the necessary space to hone their craft amidst the unique geography.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clermont, Florida. Coordinates: 28.533292, -81.720238. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Clermont includes the ZIP code (34711, 34712, 34713), telephone area code (727), county seat of Lake County (Tavares), and school district assignment (Lake County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |