Taft Florida Map
Taft, Hills County
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| City | Taft |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Hills |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 27.9989 |
| Longitude | -82.2254 |
| Density | N/A /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 33527, 32824 |
| Area Code | 407, 321, 904 |
| School District | Orange County School District |
About Taft, Florida
Taft is a locality in Hills County, Florida, United States. Taft is located at 27.9989°N, 82.2254°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32824.0.
Taft lies in a landscape shaped by the subtropical humidity that hangs heavy in the air, a humid embrace that nourishes the dense palmetto scrub and the resilient cypress stands. It lies 4.3 miles north of Valrico, FL (from Valrico, FL: bearing 9°T), and is situated 5.6 miles northeast of Brandon. The land itself is a study in gentle undulations, a subtle topography that hints at the distant Lakeland Highlands, nineteen miles to the northwest. Moore Lake, a mile to the south, offers a mirror to the vast, often cloud-streaked sky, its waters reflecting the vibrant greens of the surrounding vegetation. Turkey Creek, two miles east, meanders through the terrain, a silver thread stitching together the verdant plains. The very air in Taft seems to hum with a quiet energy, a sense of being alive and breathing, especially as the light softens at the close of day, casting long, painterly shadows. This locality is an integral part of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, an unusual designation for an inland point, speaking to a broader conservation ethic that extends beyond the ocean's edge. The history of this region is one of adaptation, of human endeavor carving a niche within a powerful natural environment. While specific founding dates are elusive, the local economy has long been tied to the land's bounty, with agriculture, particularly citrus groves, playing a significant role, drawing sustenance from the fertile soil. The character of Taft is one of quiet persistence, a place where the rhythm of life is dictated by the seasons and the slow, deliberate turning of the sun, a distinct counterpoint to the hurried pace of more populous centers.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (National Monument) — locality lies within · 1773.9M acres
- Dover Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 218° SW
- Hillsborough River State Park (State Park) — 6.6 mi, 333° NW
- Edward Medard Park and Reservoir (Local Recreation) — 5.6 mi, 143° SE
- Rodney Colson Park (Local Park) — 2.7 mi, 250° W
- Alderman's Ford Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 7.9 mi, 162° S
- Kingsway Road Park (Local Park) — 3.2 mi, 270° W
- Alafia River State Park (State Park) — 14.3 mi, 158° S
- Colt Creek State Park (State Park) — 20.3 mi, 031° NE
- Lake Wales Ridge National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 29.2 mi, 095° E · 3,792 acres
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About This Taft Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Taft, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 27.9989, -82.2254. 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 Taft and Hills County.
Detailed location data for Taft includes the ZIP code (33527), telephone area code (407, 321, 904), county seat of Hills County, 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 Taft is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. 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. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
