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E L K R A P I D S A R E A C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E
Welcome to Elk Rapids!
On behalf of the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, I'd like to welcome you to our unique
section of northern Michigan. With miles of shoreline and hiking trails in and around Elk Rapids,
it's the perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts. Local wineries and restaurants will please almost
any food lover. Art galleries, specialty shops, and event venues cater to art connoisseurs.
With so many things to see and do in Elk Rapids, Alden, Torch River, and the surrounding
area, the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce prints the annual visitor's guide to help you
navigate our region and make the most of your time here with us. Inside you'll find information
about our local natural areas, wineries, water sports, venues, and rainy-day activities.
There's also our calendar of chamber events, hosted every year to showcase the best of what
the Elk Rapids area has to offer. Some of our most popular events include:
- Wednesday Evenings on River Street (June August)
- Friday Farmers Market at the Chamber of Commerce building (June October)
- Arts & Crafts Show (three times each summer check the calendar for exact dates)
Whether you're looking for beaches in the summer, snow shoeing in the winter,
or the best small-town festival in northern Michigan, the Elk Rapids area has it all.
Welcome to our little piece of paradise!
Sincerely,
Tom Kern
Executive Director
Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
The Elk Rapids Area Visitors' Guide was designed and produced by The W Group. Membership
and business information was compiled by the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce. Every
effort has been made to ensure that this information is accurate. The Elk Rapids Area Chamber
of Commerce and The W Group, Inc. cannot be held liable for any omissions or errors. Mention
of products or services in either advertisements or articles does not constitute endorsement
by the Chamber or publisher.
© 2015 Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, Elk Rapids, Michigan
Photography for this guide has been generously provided by the following area photographers:
Graydon DeCamp, Dre Photography, Lucy Hunter, Lisa Lirones, Dana Vannoy, Tom Vranich, and
Barbara Young. Thank you for capturing the beauty of our area!
Project management, writing and editing services provided by
Karin Beery - Writer/Editor/Coach
(www.karinbeery.com). Karin currently lives in Elk Rapids with her husband, aunt, and two cats.
Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
305 US 31 North
Elk Rapids, Michigan
231-264-8202
info@elkrapidschamber.org
www.elkrapidschamber.org
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From the Chamber Director
Elk Rapids Area Average Temperatures
January
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29° high / 17° low
February
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32° high / 16° low
March
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40° high / 22° low
April
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
53° high / 32° low
May
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65° high / 41° low
June
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
75° high / 52° low
July
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
80° high / 57° low
August
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
78° high / 57° low
September
. . . . . . . . . . . .
70° high / 50° low
October
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
57° high / 40° low
November
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
46° high / 32° low
December
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
34° high / 22° low
Average Rainfall 28 inches/year
Average Snowfall 78 inches/year
Elk Rapids Area Recreational Resources
Miles of Great Lakes Shoreline
. . . . . . . .
27
Miles of Inland Lakes Shoreline
. . . . . . . .
76
Miles of Chain of Lakes Shoreline
. . .
200
Acres of Water
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31,000
Miles of Rivers and Streams
. . . . . . . . .
264
Public Access Sites
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