Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Elk Rapids travel guide

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You're Going to Love Elk Rapids

With a population of 1,615, Elk Rapids is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. Elk Rapids deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Elk Rapids

Elk Rapids in April
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Elk Rapids in April
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Elk Rapids in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Elk Rapids, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to Elk Rapids

Plane

When flying to Elk Rapids, you’ll arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Elk Rapids include United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Elk Rapids departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Elk Rapids is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 178 miles from Elk Rapids. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Milwaukee.

Plane

When flying to Elk Rapids, you’ll arrive at Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Elk Rapids include United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Elk Rapids departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Elk Rapids is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 178 miles from Elk Rapids. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Milwaukee.

Airports near Elk Rapids

TVCTraverse City Cherry Capital
PLNPellston Emmet County
ESCEscanaba Delta County Arpt

Airlines serving Elk Rapids

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Elk Rapids

Most booked hotels in Elk Rapids

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The Baywatch Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1101 reviews)
$104+
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Delamar Traverse City
4 stars
Excellent (9, 527 reviews)
$212+
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Bayshore Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1321 reviews)
$99+
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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1387 reviews)
$94+
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Grand Beach Resort Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1229 reviews)
$96+
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Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 310 reviews)
$202+
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Renting a car in Elk Rapids

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Elk Rapids (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Elk Rapids (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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