Pinecrest Florida Map

About Pinecrest, Florida

Pinecrest is a locality in Hills County, Florida, United States. Pinecrest is located at 27.8500°N, 82.1456°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 33156.

Pinecrest unfolds across a broad, sun-drenched plain, its landscape a gentle sweep of palmetto scrub and scattered stands of live oak, their branches draped with Spanish moss like ancient beards. It lies 4.0 miles east of Fish Hawk, FL (from Fish Hawk, FL: bearing 91°T), and is situated 8.2 miles south-east of Valrico. The air here carries a perpetual warmth, a humid embrace that softens the sharp edges of the afternoon light, turning the sky into a watercolor wash of pale blues and hazy golds as evening approaches. Low-lying terrain, punctuated by shallow wetlands and the occasional serpentine creek, defines the immediate geography, hinting at the slow, persistent work of water shaping the land over millennia. The character of Pinecrest is one of quiet resilience, a place where life moves with a steady, unhurried cadence, attuned to the languid rhythms of the Florida sun. The history of Pinecrest is intertwined with the early agricultural endeavors of the region, a time when the rich, dark soil yielded bountiful crops, and the economy was anchored in the cultivation of citrus and cattle ranching. While those days have largely receded, the legacy remains, a subtle echo in the sprawling ranches that still dot the periphery and the enduring connection to the land that defines many of its residents. The waterways, though modest, have historically served as vital arteries, connecting communities and facilitating the transport of goods, and today they offer quiet opportunities for exploration and a glimpse into the area's natural heritage. Pinecrest retains a distinctive charm, a place unpretentious in its appeal, where the simple beauty of the natural world and the enduring spirit of its people create a palpable sense of belonging.

About This Pinecrest Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pinecrest, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 27.850027, -82.145644. 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 Pinecrest and Hills County.

Detailed location data for Pinecrest includes the ZIP code (34141), telephone area code (904, 305, 786), county seat of Hills County, and school district assignment (Dade 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 Pinecrest is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.