THE COMMUNITY OF CRESTVIEW
Crestview’s name was chosen because its location on the peak of a long woodland range between the Yellow and Shoal rivers which flow almost parallel on the east and west side of the City. After Okaloosa County was formed by the State Legislature in 1915 from portions of the western Walton County and eastern Santa Rosa County, Crestview became the County Seat in 1917 and remains so today.
With a population of approximately 15,000 citizens, Crestview is located at the junction of three major highways (U.S. 90, State Road 85 and Interstate Highway 10) which resulted in its acclaimed designated as the “Hub City” of northwest Florida. The City is 50 miles east of Pensacola, 120 miles west of Tallahassee and 30 miles inland from the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Crestview’s elevation of 235 feet above sea level places it as one of the highest points in the state.
Here in Crestview you will find an assortment of comfortable, neighboring homes, churches, schools, recreational facilities, businesses and industries, all working together as a happy, growing City. The health, fire and police departments under a stable and prosperous City government work together to make this City a wonderful place to live. Three scenic rivers, numerous lakes, acres of unspoiled forests and fine golf courses make the Crestview Area a true paradise for those who love boating, fishing and many other outdoor activities.
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