Explore Groveland, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Groveland |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 28.610215 |
| Longitude | -81.827086 |
| Population | 18,505 |
| Density | 363.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 34736 |
| Area Code | 727 |
| County Seat | Tavares |
| School District | Lake County School District |
Groveland presents a landscape defined by the subtle, persistent push of subtropical humidity that clings to the palmetto scrub and dense woodland. It lies 4.8 miles west of Clermont, FL (from Clermont, FL: bearing 277°T), and is situated 6.5 miles west of Minneola. The Palatlakaha River winds through the low-lying terrain just a mile away, its dark waters reflecting the heavy, golden light of the late afternoon. Travelers often remark upon the proximity of the coastline, as the air carries a faint, salt-tinged breeze from Cypress Cove only four miles distant. To the north, the elevation shifts toward the distant prominence of Sugarloaf Mountain, which breaks the horizon with a soft, hazy silhouette. Nearer at hand, the quiet surface of Sumner Lake offers a reflective stillness, while Edges Island sits like an anchored fragment of earth a short distance from the shore.
Groveland maintains an identity rooted in the long-standing rhythms of citrus cultivation and the steady expansion of regional commerce. The economy has transitioned from its early agricultural foundations into a space where modern industry and logistical hubs now occupy the fertile, sun-drenched plains. Workers navigate the daily cycles of a growing district that values the industrious spirit of its residents and the preservation of its working lands. While the scent of orange blossoms once defined the seasonal labor, the modern infrastructure now supports a diverse array of professional ventures. This evolution reflects a broader transformation in the region, where the labor of the past informs the practical, forward-looking character of the present.
Groveland fosters a communal spirit centered around the shared spaces that define its daily social life. Lake David Park serves as the primary gathering point, providing a green expanse where residents congregate under the expansive Florida sky. The local culture is marked by a quiet, unpretentious endurance that mirrors the resilience of the surrounding flora. Visitors might notice the absence of grand monuments, favoring instead the authentic presence of a place that values its own uncomplicated trajectory. While the area does not claim the residence of globally famous icons, its character is shaped by the collective efforts of those who build their lives within its borders.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Groveland, Florida. Coordinates: 28.610215, -81.827086. 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 Groveland includes the ZIP code (34736), 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. |