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3About Elk River, MN
Elk River lies 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis via US Highway 10, making it a popular commuter town along the Mississippi River. The city connects to the broader metro through Highway 169 south to I-94, with County Roads 1 and 19 serving local traffic. The area experiences typical Minnesota weather with hot summers, cold winters, and vibrant fall colors along the river valleys. The municipal airport's annual Elk Fest fly-in breakfast draws pilots from across the region each September.
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Elk River, MN is in United States, at 45.331, -93.567 - about 24 km north-east of St. Michael, MN.
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What is the closest airport to Elk River, MN?
The closest airport to Elk River, MN is Saint Cloud Regional Airport, 58 km (about 52 min by car). Other airports nearby: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field.