Umatilla, the Gateway to the Ocala National Forest, is located in northern Lake County, Florida and offers many outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, camping and hiking. Nearby Alexander Springs features the southern end of the Florida Trail, an unpaved hiking trail 60 miles long.

Umatilla was founded in 1856 by Nathan J. Trowell. The name was taken from an Oregon town of the same name, and Indian name meaning “laughing waters”.  The area was incorporated on November 8, 1904.

“Umatilla is a growing, family oriented, rural community that fosters safe and wholesome living with a focus on education and recreation while acknowledging the unique and historic ecosystem of our environment.” 

The Friends of the Library host a City-Wide Yard Sale each year on the first Saturday in March. The date for this event is March 5, 2011. Contact the Umatilla Public Library at (352)669-3284 for more information.

Umatilla is home to the Florida Black Bear Festival, a fun and educational annual event. This year's festival is being held on March 26, 2011.

The Greater Lake Youth Athletic Program will hold the 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off and Car Show on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at Cadwell Park. Vehicle Show starts at 3pm; Chili Cook Off hours are 5pm-10pm.

The North Lake Relay for Life, an American Cancer Society event, will be held at Umatilla High School on April 1-2, 2011. For more information on team sign ups, call (352)267-0149.

The Cracker Christmas Parade and Dog Jog is an annual event that is being held on December 10, 2011. An Arts & Crafts festival in Cadwell Park follows the parade.

City Hall
Phone: (352)669-3125
Fax: (352)669-8313
Address P.O. Box 2286 Umatilla, FL 32784
1 South Central Ave., Umatilla FL 32784

Proud Member of the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce