Lake Butler Florida Map

About Lake Butler, Florida

Lake Butler is a locality in Orange County, Florida, United States. It has a population of 17,125. The population density is 583.3 people per km². Lake Butler is located at 28.5017°N, 81.5409°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 34786.

Lake Butler lies as a shimmering jewel, its waters reflecting the broad, bright sky of Central Florida. It lies 4.7 miles south of Ocoee, FL (from Ocoee, FL: bearing 178°T), and is situated 6.6 miles south-west of Pine Hills. Rolling terrain, softened by centuries of sun and rain, gives way to the gentle embrace of the lake, its shores fringed with the dark, stoic green of cypress and the feathery fronds of palms. The air here carries a languid sweetness, a blend of blooming jasmine and the earthy scent of damp soil, especially potent in the hushed hours before dawn. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy of live oaks, falls in broad, golden swathes, illuminating patches of emerald grass and the occasional flash of iridescent blue from a jay flitting through the undergrowth. The land itself feels ancient and patient, a canvas upon which the seasons paint their slow, deliberate strokes. The history of Lake Butler is deeply intertwined with the rich soil and the life-giving waters that define it. Once a significant hub for citrus groves, the fertile land surrounding the lake supported a thriving agricultural economy for generations, its bounty shipped far and wide. Though the citrus industry has shifted, echoes of that past remain in the sprawling estates and the enduring grace of the landscape, a testament to the enduring connection between the people and the earth. Today, while the pace of life remains unhurried, a quiet prosperity hums beneath the surface, driven by a blend of sophisticated enterprises and the simple pleasures of lakeside living. Residents here cultivate a deep appreciation for their surroundings, a shared understanding of the unique character that makes Lake Butler a place apart.

About This Lake Butler Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake Butler, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 28.50167, -81.540906. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake Butler and Orange County.

Detailed location data for Lake Butler includes the ZIP code (32054), telephone area code (850, 727), county seat of Orange County (Orlando), and school district assignment (Orange County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lake Butler is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.