2011 Map of Elk Rapids

About this map

The Old Mission peninsula and the eastern shore of East Arm Grand Traverse Bay are the central focus of this 2011 coastal study. On the western landmass, the historic Old Mission Post Office and Lakeside Cemetery anchor a landscape defined by cherry orchards and vineyard terrain, culminating at Old Mission Point where the Old Mission Light stands. Across the water, the village of Elk Rapids serves as a critical maritime junction between Lake Michigan and the inland chain of lakes, specifically Elk Lake. The map reveals a dense network of seasonal and residential developments along the shoreline, particularly around Bass Lake and the Edward C Grace Memorial Harbor. From the quiet northern tip at Leffingwell Point to the community hubs at Kewadin, the geography reflects a region deeply shaped by its relationship to the bay and the preservation of its coastal heritage.