Elk River Minnesota Map
Elk River, Minnesota — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Elk River, Sherburne County.
Interactive Map of Elk River, Minnesota
| City | Elk River |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Sherburne |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 45.303854 |
| Longitude | -93.567182 |
| Population | 26,793 |
| Density | 240.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Elk River, Minnesota
Elk River is a locality in Sherburne County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of 26,793. The population density is 240.5 people per km². Elk River is located at 45.3039°N, 93.5672°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55330.
Elk River, a place of broad skies and quiet currents, breathes the spirit of the Minnesota landscape. It lies 6.4 miles west-north-west of Ramsey, MN (from Ramsey, MN: bearing 297°T), and is situated 2.4 miles north-north-east of Otsego. The land here unfolds in gentle swells, a verdant expanse where stands of deciduous trees, their leaves whispering secrets to the breeze, give way to open fields that stretch towards the horizon. The eponymous river, a generous artery of cool, clear water, carves its path, reflecting the ever-changing moods of the heavens. In the hush of late afternoon, a golden light spills across the meadows, imbuing the scene with a palpable sense of peace, as if the very air itself has learned to pause and admire the coming dusk. This is a geography that feels both grounded and expansive, inviting contemplation with every glance. The story of Elk River is deeply entwined with the waters that define it and the fertile soil that has sustained its people for generations. Once a vital hub for logging and agriculture, its economy now balances the enduring legacy of these foundational industries with the burgeoning opportunities of a modern era. The presence of the river, a constant in its history, has always shaped its character, fostering a connection to the natural world that persists in the everyday lives of its residents. Local businesses, from the familiar chains to the independent shops lining its streets, contribute to a vibrant, though unhurried, pulse that beats through Elk River, a quiet testament to resilience and community spirit.
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About This Elk River Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Elk River, Minnesota with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Elk River and Sherburne County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Elk River is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Elk River is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
