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Elk Rapids Sandbar — Attraction in Elk Rapids Township

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Elk Rapids Sandbar
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Mullaly's 128-STUDIO & Gallery
128 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629, United States
Nearby restaurants
Happy Camper Coffee Co.
212 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Cellar 152
152 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Foundry Craft Grillery
151 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Town Club Elk Rapids
133 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Ice Cream Peddlers
141 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
The Flour Pot Bakery and Coffeeshop
108 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Chang Express Restaurant
114 River St suite b, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
The DAM Shop
DAM Food Truck, 118 Bridge St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Riverwalk Grill
106 Ames St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Nearby local services
Elk Rapids Beautique
212 River St Suite 111 Downstairs, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Nifty Things!
144 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Amy Kate Designs/Golden Hill Farms
131 River St Unit A, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Elk Rapids Harbor Wear Inc
138 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
My Michigan Roots
126 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Swim To You
124 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Nearby hotels
The Dexter by Kasa
112 Dexter St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
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Elk Rapids Sandbar

Michigan 49629
4.8(124)
Open 24 hours
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Outdoor
Relaxation
Scenic
Family friendly
Pet friendly
attractions: Mullaly's 128-STUDIO & Gallery, restaurants: Happy Camper Coffee Co., Cellar 152, Foundry Craft Grillery, Town Club Elk Rapids, Ice Cream Peddlers, The Flour Pot Bakery and Coffeeshop, Chang Express Restaurant, The DAM Shop, Riverwalk Grill, local businesses: Elk Rapids Beautique, Nifty Things!, Amy Kate Designs/Golden Hill Farms, Elk Rapids Harbor Wear Inc, My Michigan Roots, Swim To You
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Nearby attractions of Elk Rapids Sandbar

Mullaly's 128-STUDIO & Gallery

Mullaly's 128-STUDIO & Gallery

Mullaly's 128-STUDIO & Gallery

4.9

(14)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Nearby restaurants of Elk Rapids Sandbar

Happy Camper Coffee Co.

Cellar 152

Foundry Craft Grillery

Town Club Elk Rapids

Ice Cream Peddlers

The Flour Pot Bakery and Coffeeshop

Chang Express Restaurant

The DAM Shop

Riverwalk Grill

Happy Camper Coffee Co.

Happy Camper Coffee Co.

4.6

(72)

Closed
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Cellar 152

Cellar 152

4.4

(213)

$$

Open until 8:00 PM
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Foundry Craft Grillery

Foundry Craft Grillery

4.0

(222)

$$

Open until 8:00 PM
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Town Club Elk Rapids

Town Club Elk Rapids

4.3

(181)

$

Open until 11:00 PM
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Nearby local services of Elk Rapids Sandbar

Elk Rapids Beautique

Nifty Things!

Amy Kate Designs/Golden Hill Farms

Elk Rapids Harbor Wear Inc

My Michigan Roots

Swim To You

Elk Rapids Beautique

Elk Rapids Beautique

4.8

(25)

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Nifty Things!

Nifty Things!

4.3

(34)

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Amy Kate Designs/Golden Hill Farms

Amy Kate Designs/Golden Hill Farms

4.9

(44)

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Elk Rapids Harbor Wear Inc

Elk Rapids Harbor Wear Inc

4.7

(11)

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Matt ModifyMatt Modify
My wife and I explored the quaintly beautiful and relaxing, Elk Rapids Sandbar! The water was crystal clear and cold. We went to the left of the more heavily populated area, nearer to the sandbar that people were actively playing and enjoy themselves on which was super cool to see! We enjoyed a delicious local pizza 🍕 from, The River Street Market! We had the Big Mike and The Greek wrap 🌯; which were beyond phenomenal, if you are in the market for a local lunch/dinner that is beyond fantastic, this is a spot for you! Overall, an amazing, relaxing beach 🏖️area with nearby tables/benches to sit at, bathroom area and super pretty downtown area! A++ experience we can’t wait to come back soon!!!
Cynthia Streb Wallace (Cynthia's Open Road)Cynthia Streb Wallace (Cynthia's Open Road)
The Elk Rapids Sandbar is part of Veteran's Memorial Park and beach on Grand Traverse Bay that contains a playground, restroom building, tennis court and more. The Elk River also flows along the north boundary of the park. It is a clean, beautiful place to bring a picnic, swim or wade, and spend the day in the fresh air and sunshine. We visited today and two years ago. It is notable that the lake is rising which is affecting this beach. We saw quite a difference in how the beach has eroded and the river is wider.
K MK M
This is an ideal beautiful place to swim. There are several parts you can sit besides the beach park. Quite area with crystal clear waters. It was very clean and enjoyable. Definitely recommend. If I had to pick a negative, it would be not enough area for parking. Great location, take your family out and enjoy the beautiful water.
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My wife and I explored the quaintly beautiful and relaxing, Elk Rapids Sandbar! The water was crystal clear and cold. We went to the left of the more heavily populated area, nearer to the sandbar that people were actively playing and enjoy themselves on which was super cool to see! We enjoyed a delicious local pizza 🍕 from, The River Street Market! We had the Big Mike and The Greek wrap 🌯; which were beyond phenomenal, if you are in the market for a local lunch/dinner that is beyond fantastic, this is a spot for you! Overall, an amazing, relaxing beach 🏖️area with nearby tables/benches to sit at, bathroom area and super pretty downtown area! A++ experience we can’t wait to come back soon!!!
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The Elk Rapids Sandbar is part of Veteran's Memorial Park and beach on Grand Traverse Bay that contains a playground, restroom building, tennis court and more. The Elk River also flows along the north boundary of the park. It is a clean, beautiful place to bring a picnic, swim or wade, and spend the day in the fresh air and sunshine. We visited today and two years ago. It is notable that the lake is rising which is affecting this beach. We saw quite a difference in how the beach has eroded and the river is wider.
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This is an ideal beautiful place to swim. There are several parts you can sit besides the beach park. Quite area with crystal clear waters. It was very clean and enjoyable. Definitely recommend. If I had to pick a negative, it would be not enough area for parking. Great location, take your family out and enjoy the beautiful water.
K M

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4.8
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5.0
7y

I found this sandbar to be sandy and with an occasional wave. Oddly it is adjacent to Lake Michigan, making this sandbar convenient if you like water and water activities. I recommend this sandbar to all who ask me if I know where to find a good sandbar. Positive marks in all areas. Good sand, nice beach grass, pleasant water, good views, quiet, scenic. One point of detraction is that there is not an actual bar on premises, meaning you'll need to bring your own cooler of Shorts beers. If you do plan to bring your own cooler of Shorts beers then check local laws in advance, bring cans and not bottles, do not leave empty Shorts beer cans on or near the sandbar, and drive safely. However, do not drive on...

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5.0
1y

My wife and I explored the quaintly beautiful and relaxing, Elk Rapids Sandbar!

The water was crystal clear and cold. We went to the left of the more heavily populated area, nearer to the sandbar that people were actively playing and enjoy themselves on which was super cool to see!

We enjoyed a delicious local pizza 🍕 from, The River Street Market! We had the Big Mike and The Greek wrap 🌯; which were beyond phenomenal, if you are in the market for a local lunch/dinner that is beyond fantastic, this is a spot for you!

Overall, an amazing, relaxing beach 🏖️area with nearby tables/benches to sit at, bathroom area and super pretty downtown area! A++ experience we can’t wait to come...

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5.0
5y

"Sandbar"? Sure, why not. It's the best BEACH experience in the area for sure. One of the top 10 reasons we chose to move up here full time. We love the views, the sunsets, we can grill, bring visiting family to swim and kayak around (Sean and Charlie at Bayfront rent them!). And there is even playground equipment to entertain the kids when they grow bored with all the sand castles. The entire grounds are kept clean and well manicured which is a testimony to the effort from our village government and service departments to keep it all up. Especially awesome for us, are the sunsets over the lake in the winter. Just SPECTACULAR when the wind and...

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