Fort Lonesome is a rural area located in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, United States, southeast of Tampa. A sawmill briefly revived the area with a few houses and three stores in the early 1930s. It was short-lived: a fire destroyed the mill and eventually the "town" disappeared. Today, it is mainly a farming region. Geography Fort Lonesome is located at 27.7 degrees north, 82.1 degrees west (27.705, -82.146). The elevation for the community is above sea level. This location is the intersection of State Road 674 (Ruskin-Wimauma Rd) and County Road 39S, the site of a gas station and power substation. Education The community is served by Hillsborough County Schools. See also List of ghost towns in Florida References External links Fort Lonesome profile from Hometown Locator Former populated places in Florida Former populated places in Hillsborough County, Florida