Big Rapids
in Mecosta County of Michigan, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
43.698 and -85.484 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 43° 41' 53" and W -85° 29' 1"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 06:18 AM (Thursday)
Timezone: America/Detroit
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:45 am and 5:10 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-37.797 and 77.565 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Martin-de-Vivies
References
This place on Wikipedia
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Explore Big Rapids

Big Rapids in Mecosta County (Michigan) with it's 10,397 inhabitants is located in United States about 549 mi (or 884 km) north-west of Washington DC, the country's capital.

Local time in Big Rapids is now 06:18 AM (Thursday). The local timezone is named America / Detroit with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 12 airports in the wider vicinity of Big Rapids, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Muskegon County Airport in a distance of 53 mi (or 85 km), South-West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

Also, if you like golfing, there are multiple options in driving distance. We found 1 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Reed City, White Cloud, Baldwin, Cadillac and Stanton. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 1°C / 33 °F

Morning Temperature 0°C / 33 °F
Evening Temperature -1°C / 30 °F
Night Temperature -3°C / 26 °F
Chance of rainfall 10%
Air Humidity 99%
Air Pressure 995 hPa
Wind Speed Fresh Breeze with 13 km/h (8 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Snow

Thursday, 21st of November 2024

6°C (43 °F)
6°C (43 °F)
Overcast clouds, moderate breeze.

Friday, 22nd of November 2024

5°C (42 °F)
4°C (39 °F)
Broken clouds, gentle breeze.

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

6°C (43 °F)
5°C (42 °F)
Overcast clouds, light breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Holiday Inn BIG RAPIDS

Address
1,1 mi
1005 Perry Street
49307 BIG RAPIDS
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn - Suites Big Rapids MI

Address
1,7 mi
15320 Waldron Way
49307 Big RAPIDS
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Two Hats Ranch

Address
5,1 mi
16665 12 Mile Road
49307 Big Rapids
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SUPER 8 - BIG RAPIDS

Address
0,9 mi
845 WATER TOWER RD
49307 Big Rapids
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Quality Inn & Suites

Address
1,5 mi
1705 S. State Street
49307 Big Rapids
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Big Rapids Country Inn and Suites by Radisson

Address
1,6 mi
15344 WALDRON WAY
49307 Big Rapids
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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314 Rust St, Big Rapids, MI Presented by Jilliane Walsh.

Published: January 29, 2015
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Jilliane Walsh

Click to see more: http://www.searchallproperties.com/virtualtour/1929154/314-Rust-St-Big-Rapids-MI 314 Rust St Big Rapids, MI 49307 Contact Jilliane Walsh for more information. Coldwell...


VBS day 4: Weird Animals St. Peters Big Rapids

Published: June 20, 2014
Length: 08:17 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: SaintPetersBR

The YouTube channel for St. Peter's Lutheran Church and School, Big Rapids, Mi.


Big Rapids Downtown Business Association

Published: June 06, 2012
Length: 00:39 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: DowntownBigRapids

General overview of history of Big Rapids Downtown Business Association (DBA) and what there is to see and do in downtown Big Rapids, Michigan.


712 Magnolia Court, Big Rapids, MI Presented by Mary Peacock.

Published: March 26, 2015
Length: 17:34 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mary Peacock

Click to see more: http://www.searchallproperties.com/listings/2053761/712-Magnolia-Court-Big-Rapids-MI/auto?reqpage=video 712 Magnolia Court Big Rapids, MI 49307 Contact Mary Peacock for...


Tomac's Duramax Diesel truck pulling in Big Rapids, MI 7-13-12

Published: July 15, 2012
Length: 08:53 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mike Tomac

Mecosta County Fair MTTP Hot Diesel truck class 3rd place (broke driveshaft)


Sells via Orbitbid.com-online auction, Tuesday December 11 @ Haworth Big Rapids

Published: November 20, 2012
Length: 21:51 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: orbitbiddotcom

Custom four post hydraulic press, http://auction.orbitbid.com/details.cfm?ID=1070461.


1020 Loudon St, Big Rapids, MI Presented by Mary Peacock.

Published: March 26, 2015
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Mary Peacock

Click to see more: http://www.searchallproperties.com/virtualtour/2052457/1020-Loudon-St-Big-Rapids-MI 1020 Loudon St Big Rapids, MI 49307 Contact Mary Peacock for more information. Peacock...


Youth Mission Trip Sponsorship 2015

Published: March 24, 2015
Length: 34:16 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: SaintPetersBR

Youth Sponsorship 2015 St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Big Rapids, Michigan For more information, please contact Steve Wilson -- swilson@stpetersbr.org All Rights Reserved.


Orbitbid.com - Casati double knife guillotine- MICHIGAN: Haworth Industrial Woodworking 10/16/14

Published: October 08, 2014
Length: 35:28 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Shawn VanNest

Lot #1-429715: (1) Casati Model Big 3200 double knife guillotine, S/N 070216 (2007), 3200mm cut length Location: 1919 Industrial Dr. N, Big Rapids, MI 49307 Haworth, as part of ongoing...


Young children, calves bond at baby calf show

Published: July 13, 2012
Length: 49:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Big Rapids Pioneer

Eleven young children showed calves at the Mecosta County Free Agricultural Fair's baby calf show on Thursday, July 12. Each child received a ribbon for participating. (Pioneer video/Lauren Fitch)


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Big Rapids, Michigan

Big Rapids is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 10,601 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Mecosta County. The city is located within Big Rapids Township, but is politically independent.

Located at 43.6981, -85.4836 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
1855 establishments in Michigan, Populated places established in 1855, Cities in Michigan, Populated places in Mecosta County, Michigan, County seats in Michigan, Micropolitan areas of Michigan

Ferris State University

Ferris State University (FSU, Ferris) is an American public university with its main campus in Big Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1884 as the Big Rapids Industrial School by Woodbridge Nathan Ferris, an educator from Tioga County, New York, who later served as governor of the State of Michigan and finally in the US Senate where he remained until his death in 1928. The school was noteworthy at its time for accepting female students beginning with its first graduating class.

Located at 43.6974, -85.4839 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Ferris State University, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Universities and colleges in Michigan, Educational institutions established in 1884, Education in Mecosta County, Michigan, Buildings and structures in Mecosta County, Michigan, Visitor attractions in Mecosta County, Michigan

Ewigleben Arena

The Robert L. Ewigleben Ice Arena (pronounced A-VUH-glabe-in) is a 2,493-seat hockey arena in Big Rapids, Michigan. It is home to the Ferris State University Bulldogs ice hockey team of the CCHA. The building is attached the FSU Sports Complex, which also includes Wink Arena, a volleyball court, a studio ice rink, offices, concessions and meeting space. The Ice Arena also hosts the local high school and junior hockey programs. The arena is named for Dr. Robert L.

Located at 43.6791, -85.4852 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Indoor arenas in the United States, College ice hockey venues in the United States, Indoor ice hockey venues in the United States, Sports venues in Michigan, Ferris State University, Event venues established in 1976

Roben-Hood Airport

Roben-Hood Airport is a public airport located two miles (3 km) northwest of the central business district of Big Rapids, a city in Mecosta County, Michigan, United States. It is owned by the City of Big Rapids. Although most U.S. airports use the same three-letter location identifier for the FAA and IATA, Roben-Hood Airport is assigned RQB by the FAA and WBR by the IATA.

Located at 43.7225, -85.5042 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Airports in Michigan, Buildings and structures in Mecosta County, Michigan, Transportation in Mecosta County, Michigan

Townline Lake

Townline Lake is a 73-acre lake located in Mecosta County near the City of Big Rapids, Michigan. It is located in Colfax Township and Big Rapids Township. It has a maximum depth of 50 feet . Grass Lake (Private-approximately 6 acres) is located in the NW section of Townline Lake and has an outlet which feeds Townline Lake. The outlet from Townline feeds ultimately into Ryan Creek. Fish species include bass, bluegill, northern pike, and crappie.

Located at 43.7203, -85.4419 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Lakes of Michigan, Geography of Mecosta County, Michigan

WWBR

WWBR (100.9 FM) is a radio station broadcasting a country music format. Licensed to Big Rapids, Michigan, it first began broadcasting in 1964 under the WBRN-FM call sign. Bill Beckwith hosts the morning show.

Located at 43.664, -85.482 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in Michigan, Country radio stations in the United States, Radio stations established in 1964

WBRN

WBRN (1460 AM) is a radio station broadcasting a news/talk format. Licensed to Big Rapids, Michigan, it first began broadcasting in 1953. WBRN rebroadcasts on FM translator W299BE at 107.7 MHz in Big Rapids, which makes WBRN the first AM station in Michigan to add an FM translator. The March 2008 addition of W299BE had formerly simulcast sister station WYBR.

Located at 43.6636, -85.4817 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Radio stations in Michigan, Radio stations established in 1953


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Big Rabbits Neck, بيغ رابيدز, Big Rapids, بیگ‌رپیدز، میشیگان, WBR, Биг Рапидс, بگ ریپڈز، مشی گن