What is the water and sand quality of the Elk Rapids Sandbar?

The coastline of Elk Rapids Sandbar is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Elk Rapids Sandbar?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Elk Rapids Sandbar, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Elk Rapids Sandbar good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.Elk Rapids Sandbar is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Elk Rapids Sandbar for swimming is very positive.

Is the Elk Rapids Sandbar good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Elk Rapids Sandbar secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Elk Rapids Sandbar is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Elk Rapids Sandbar?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Elk Rapids Sandbar.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cellar 152 is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

How far is the Elk Rapids Sandbar from parking?

The Elk Rapids Sandbar has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Elk Rapids Sandbar?

The month with the highest temperature in Elk Rapids Sandbar is August. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature -1°C and water 1°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Elk Rapids Sandbar

Elk Rapids, United States

7.2

#106 out of 151 in Michigan 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Elk Rapids • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Park Veterans' Memorial Park

70m

Park Elk Rapids Public Beach Access

80m

Park Dam Beach and Fishing Park

90m

Park Jack Blesma Pavilion

170m

Park Elk River Landing at Elk Rapids Upper Harbor

240m

Park Zupin-Anderson Memorial Garden

260m

Park Yuchasz Walkway Garden

380m

Park Park

480m

Park Old Bathing Beach

490m

Restaurant Cellar 152

9 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant Foundry Craft Grillery

8.4 - Very good 330m

Restaurant Chef Chucks

9 - Excellent 330m

Pizza Restaurant Chef Charles’

9.2 - Excellent 330m

Restaurant The DAM Shop

9.2 - Excellent 380m

Bar Town Club Elk Rapids

8.6 - Excellent 380m

Mexican Restaurant Sabores Y Colores - Authentic Mexican and Fusion

9.2 - Excellent 390m

Restaurant Aiko Street Food

8.2 - Very good 390m

Chinese Restaurant Chang Express Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 420m

Ice Cream Shop Ice Cream Peddlers

8.8 - Excellent 360m

Convenience Store The River Street Market

8.8 - Excellent 400m

Bakery The Flour Pot Bakery and Coffeeshop

9.2 - Excellent 430m

Convenience Store truenorth

8.6 - Excellent 600m

Tourist Attraction Torch Lake Sandbar

8.8km

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About

Elk Rapids Sandbar is located on the Michigan lake and it is in the 106th place out of 151 beaches in the Michigan region 250.3 km away from its center, the city of Lansing. It is one of the beaches of Elk Rapids settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

7.9 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Elk Rapids • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Park Veterans' Memorial Park

70m

Park Elk Rapids Public Beach Access

80m

Park Dam Beach and Fishing Park

90m

Park Jack Blesma Pavilion

170m

Park Elk River Landing at Elk Rapids Upper Harbor

240m

Park Zupin-Anderson Memorial Garden

260m

Park Yuchasz Walkway Garden

380m

Park Park

480m

Park Old Bathing Beach

490m

Restaurant Cellar 152

9 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant Foundry Craft Grillery

8.4 - Very good 330m

Restaurant Chef Chucks

9 - Excellent 330m

Pizza Restaurant Chef Charles’

9.2 - Excellent 330m

Restaurant The DAM Shop

9.2 - Excellent 380m

Bar Town Club Elk Rapids

8.6 - Excellent 380m

Mexican Restaurant Sabores Y Colores - Authentic Mexican and Fusion

9.2 - Excellent 390m

Restaurant Aiko Street Food

8.2 - Very good 390m

Chinese Restaurant Chang Express Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 420m

Ice Cream Shop Ice Cream Peddlers

8.8 - Excellent 360m

Convenience Store The River Street Market

8.8 - Excellent 400m

Bakery The Flour Pot Bakery and Coffeeshop

9.2 - Excellent 430m

Convenience Store truenorth

8.6 - Excellent 600m

Tourist Attraction Torch Lake Sandbar

8.8km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1km 14 min walk

Old Bathing Beach

6.8 Good

1.3km 17 min walk

Elk Rapids Day Beach

6.9 Good

6.2km

Maple Bay Beach

6.9 Good

8.8km

Haserot Beach

7.6 Very good

18.1km

Boughey Park Beach

7.1 Good

19.5km

Traverse City Public Beach

7.3 Good

19.8km

Traverse City State Park Beach

7.5 Very good

20.1km

Suttons Bay Beach

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Elk Rapids • 380m

Main locality of province

Lansing • 250.3km

Transport

Airport

ACB • 20km

Bus Station

8th and Barlow • 21.4km

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