Elk Rapids Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor
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Reservations
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Facilities & Amenities
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Harbor Facilities
The main harbor, located on Lake Michigan, features 213 slips, ranging from 25’ to 70’ on Grand Traverse Bay. We also offer 52 slips in Elk Lake to enjoy the Antrim County Chain of Lakes. We offer courtesy dockage in both Grand Traverse Bay and Elk Lake for you to enjoy what our downtown has to offer. We have a 4 lane boat launch ramp on Grand Traverse Bay and a 2 lane ramp on Elk Lake.
We are pleased to be recognized as part of the Elite Fleet!
THE ELITE FLEET TIER OF BOATERS’ CHOICE MARINAS REPRESENTS THE MARINAS THAT WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND TO DELIGHT BOATERS IN 2023, MAINTAINING AN AVERAGE STAR RATING OF AT LEAST 4.7 AND RECEIVING AT LEAST 10 REVIEWS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Our knowledgeable and helpful staff members welcome you to our 213-slip marina and boat launch located on East Grand Traverse Bay.
We are nestled between 2 pristine sandy beaches in the quaint port-side village of Elk Rapids, MI. We also offer slips in Elk Lake and a boat launch for you to explore and enjoy the Antrim County Chain of Lakes. Enjoy our well maintained, enhanced, and unique Harbor amenities. The downtown district of Elk Rapids is just a few steps away. Enjoy fine and casual dining, extensive shopping, antique shops, art galleries, community events, farmers markets, festivals and outstanding recreational opportunities. Staff invites you to make Elk Rapids your port of call.
Seasonal Dockage
We are currently operating from waiting lists. Waiting list applications are available at Village Office, Harbor Office and for Download – WAIT LIST APPLICATION (PDF). We offer 5 separate waiting lists. When a slip becomes available, staff will call the first person on the relevant waiting list. See Waiting List Rules for details.
Transient Dockage
Transient docks are available May to October. Reservations may be made beginning at 8 AM on May 15.
There is a 14-day stay limit during peak season (waived if there are open slips). Check-out is 11 AM. Approximately 50 slips of various lengths are designated for Transient use. Elk Rapids is a State of Michigan sponsored Harbor of Refuge, staff will not turn you away in emergency situations.
Shopping Dockage
Shopping dockage is available for short-term docking. Hail the Harbor on channel 73 for availability. Staff will assign the best slip available so you can enjoy shopping, dining, or any of the amenities of Elk Rapids.
Fuel Dock
The Fuel Dock features Premium Diesel Fuel w/ Valvtect & Ethanol Free Premium Gasoline w/Valvtect. Tanks are tested annually and are proven free of excess water and biological contamination. Pump-out facilities are also available on the fuel dock.
Harbor Rules & Regulations
Click here to view/download:
2023 HARBOR RULES AND REGULATIONS (PDF)
LIVE HARBOR CAM
HARBOR HOURS
In-Season: May 15th - October 15th
Hours
*Subject to change depending on current weather or situations beyond our control.
May 15 – May 31 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
June 1 – June 13 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
June 14 – Aug 15 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Aug 14 – Sept 4 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. except Friday and Saturday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sept 5 – Oct 15 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Phone: 231-264-8174
Location
129 N Cedar St.
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Out-of-Season: October 16th - May 14th
Village of Elk Rapids Office
PO Box 398
315 Bridge St.
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Phone: 231-264-9274
E-mail: astharbormaster@elkrapids.org or harbormaster@elkrapids.org
HARBOR STAFF
HARBORMASTER
MIKE SINGLETON
Mike Singleton retired from the U.S. Coast Guard as a Chief Boatswains Mate and has been the Harbormaster of the Elk Rapids Harbor since 2018. He has two decades of experience from the U.S. Coast Guard and after retirement he has managed local harbors in Michigan. Mike enjoys serving the community of Elk Rapids and boaters at the harbor. In his free time, Mike enjoys boating, hiking, fishing, and spending time with family.
ASSISTANT HARBORMASTER
LORI SMITH
Lori Smith was hired at Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor in 2019 as a supervisor, as of March of 2021, she has taken on the responsibility of Assistant Harbormaster. Lori has decades of experience in the customer service, human resources, accounting and property management. She is originally from the Detroit area before relocating to Northern Michigan in 2001 with her family. Golf, gardening and boating are some of the hobbies enjoyed by Lori and her family.
JOIN OUR TEAM!
Elk Rapids Grace Memorial Harbor’s best asset is our staff. We are friendly, hardworking, and most importantly, knowledgeable. Each dock attendant goes through an 8-hour Certified Marina Attendant training course and continues to work with experienced employees until they are ready to handle a boat safely and efficiently. The supervisors will always greet you with a smile and guide you through any questions or concerns. And our harbormaster is constantly working to keep the harbor a fun and safe place to be.
If you would like to join our team, complete the Application for Employment and return to the Village Government Center at 315 Bridge St., Elk Rapids, MI or mail to P.O. Box 398, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.