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Ely Welcome Sign

Location of Ely, Minnesota


Population:
Ely (city) 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2000-2010 Change
Actual Percent
Population 4,904 4,820 3,968 3,724 3,460 -264 -7.09
Land Area (sq. mile) 2.50 2.64 2.72 2.72 2.72 0 0.00
Density (persons per sq. mile) 1,961.6 1,825.8 1,458.8 1,369.6 1,272.1 -97.5 -7.11
Housing Units 1,809 2,132 1,997 1,912 2,022 +80 +4.18
Households -- 1,978 1,788 1,694 1,681 -13 -7.67
Persons Per Household -- 2.38 2.17 2.05 2.06 +0.01 +4.87

Ely Population Sign on Highway 169
Ely Population Sign on Highway 169


Geography:

Ely is a city in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It is located in the Vermilion Iron Range, and was historically home to several Iron ore mines. State Highway 1 and State Highway 169 are the main routes in the city. Ely is located 100 miles (160 km) north of Duluth, 117 miles southeast of International Falls, and 244 miles (393 km) north of Minneapolis – Saint Paul. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.74 square miles (7.10 km2); 2.73 square miles (7.07 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water. The elevation is 1,427 ft (435 m) above sea level.

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Demographics:

As of the census of 2010, there were 3,460 people, 1,681 households, and 814 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,267.4 inhabitants per square mile (489.3/km2). There were 2,022 housing units at an average density of 740.7 per square mile (286.0/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.9% White, 1.0% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 1,681 households of which 19.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.1% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 51.6% were non-families. 45.3% of all households were made up of individuals and 19.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.93 and the average family size was 2.66.

The median age in the city was 45.3 years. 16% of residents were under the age of 18; 13.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.3% were from 25 to 44; 27.4% were from 45 to 64; and 22.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

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Chippewa, or the Ojibwe were the first to inhabit the Ely area. They are believed to have sought refuge with the abundance of blueberries, which is why the townspeople hold the Blueberry Festival every year in late July. Trappers and voyagers made their way to the area in the 1700s in search of new land and abundant furs. Later, in the mid-1800s while explorers and prospectors were entering the area, the gold rush began. Although no gold was found in the Ely area, large deposits of iron ore was. Iron ore was first discovered in Ely in 1883, near the west end of what is now called, Miner's Lake. As the mining of the iron ore began, the population of Ely began to boom.

The town was first named Florence, but after discovering that another town in Minnesota was already named Florence, the name was changed to Ely. This name was in honor of Samuel B. Ely, a miner from Michigan who never saw the town.

After the addition of the railroad in 1888, the mines began shipping the iron ore to the docks of Lake Superior in Two Harbors, MN. Originally, the mining was an open pit operation since there was an abundance of iron ore on the surface. Later, deep shafts were made to start mining underground.

With the addition of underground mining, support beams made of logs were put in to prevent tunnel collapsing. This in turn started the logging and milling industry for Ely.

In 1967, the Pioneer mine closed. It was the last of 11 mines located in the Ely area. Logging still takes place today in Ely, but on a limited basis.

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Ely, a city on the Vermilion Range, in sections 27, 28, 33, and 34 of Morse Township, platted as a village in 1887, incorporated as a city March 3, 1891, was named in honor of Arthur Ely of Cleveland, Ohio, one of the financial promoters of the construction of the Duluth and Iron Range Railroad, which was opened to traffic here in July 1888. He also was prominent in the development of the iron mines at Tower.

Another citizen distinguished in the history of the county, for whom this city has been thought to be named, was Rev. Edmund Franklin Ely, who was born in Wilbraham, Mass., August 3, 1809, and died in Santa Rosa, Calif., August 29, 1882. He came to Minnesota in 1832 as a missionary to the Ojibwe, under appointment by the American Board for Foreign Missions, and located at Sandy Lake. In 1834 his mission school was removed to Fond du Lac, where he labored until May 1839, then removing to Pokegama. In 1854 he came as a homesteader to the site of Superior, Wis., and in the next year he settled at Oneota, now a part of Duluth. He platted the Oneota town site, built a steam sawmill and docks, and was the postmaster six years but removed in 1862 to St. Paul.

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General view of Ely Minnesota, 1903
General view of Ely Minnesota, 1903
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Government:
Ely City Hall
209 E Chapman Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3224
Toll Free: (855) 884-1374
Fax: (218) 365-7811

Regular Business Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

City Council Meetings:
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month


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Ely City Hall, Ely Minnesota

Title Terms Ends Name   Phone
Mayor 12/31/2022 Eric Urbas
1140 E Madison Street
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 340-8114
Clerk-Treasurer appointed  Harold Langowski
209 E. Chapman Street
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 365-3224
Council Member 12/31/2022 Heidi K. Omerza
223 W Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 235-1125
Council Member 12/31/2022 Albert Forsman
641 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 235-3767
Council Member 12/31/2022 Angela Campbell
233 E Chapman Street
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 365-6700
Council Member 12/31/2024 Paul Kess
435 E Boundary Street
Ely, MN 55731i
Email (218) 349-3065
Council Member 12/31/2024 Jerome J. Debeltz
311 N Lakeview Drive
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 365-6201
Council Member 12/31/2024 Ryan Callen
110 W Conan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Email (218) 235-0656

Post Office:
US Post Office
34 S 2nd Avenue E
Ely, MN 55790
Phone: (218) 365-3210
Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS

Regular Business Hours:
Week Days        8:00 am - 4:15 pm
Saturday           10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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US Post Office in Ely Minnesota


Utilities:
Utility Type Utility Name Utility Phone
Electricity Ely Public Utilities Commission (218) 365-2695
Electricity Lake County Power (800) 421-9959
Natural Gas n/a --
Wastewater Ely Public Utilities Commission (218) 365-2695
Water Ely Public Utilities Commission (218) 365-2695
Telephone Frontier Communications (800) 435-1504
Cable TV Charter Communications (800) 247-1736

Major Employers:
Employer Products/Services Employees
Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital General Medical & Surgical Hospitals 240
Vermilion Community College Junior Colleges 111
Ely Public Schools-Dist #696 Elementary & Secondary Schools 109
Leustek & Sons Inc Highway, Street, & Bridge Const. 75
MN Dept of Revenue Other General Government Suppt. 57
Grand Ely Lodge Resort & Conference Center Traveler Accommodation 55
Ely Northland Market Grocery Stores 50
US Forest Service Ranger Station Support Activities for Forestry 50
Zup's Food Market Grocery Stores 47
City of Ely Executive, Legislative, & Other Gen. Govt. Support 43
Wintergreen Designs Cut & Sew Apparel Manufacturing 41
St. Louis County Comm. Food & Hsg. & Emerg. & Other Relief Svcs. 39
Essentia Health - Ely Clinic Offices of Physicians 35

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Map:

Minnesota State Highway Map of the Ely Minnesota area
Minnesota State Highway Map of the Ely Minnesota area


Events:

See the Ely.org Events Calendar


Attractions:
Dorothy Molter MuseumMap
2002 E Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4451
Web:
www.rootbeerlady.com

The Dorothy Molter Museum is a memorial to the legendary last resident of the BWCAW, who died in 1986 after living most of her 79 years on Knife Lake near the U.S.-Canada border. Canoeists often stopped at Molter's home to enjoy her hospitality and famous homemade root beer (she was often referred to as "the Root Beer Lady"). Open 10:00 - 5:30 Mon-Sat, and Noon - 5:30 on Sun. Open weekends in May and September.

Ely Winton Historical SocietyMap
1900 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3226

Located on Ely's Vermilion Community College campus, this center shows the local history of logging and mining through artifacts, photographs and displays. Memorial Day to the Week after Labor Day, 10 am to 4 pm Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday.

 

International Wolf CenterMap
1396 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4695
Web:
www.wolf.org

The International Wolf Center provides complete wolf information on wolf biology, their environment and interaction with humans.

International Wolf Center, Ely Minnesota


Recreation:
Bear Head Lake State ParkMap 9301 Bear Head Lake State Park Road
Ely, MN 55731

Phone: (218) 365-7229 
Web: www.dnr.state.mn.us

Secluded in the Northwoods, this park contains pristine lakes; it is home to black bears, nesting eagles, wolves and moose. Stands of white and red pine trees tower over the birch, aspen and fir trees. Located just south of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, the park shares a similar wilderness quality.

Bear Head Lake State Park, Ely Minnesota
Ely Golf ClubMap
901 S Central Avenue
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5932
 
Ely Winton Rod & Gun ClubMap
41 Long Branch Road 
PO Box 41
Winton, MN 55796 
Phone: (218) 365-7546 
Web: www.ewrgc.com
Ely-Winton Rod & Gun Club, Winton Minnesota
Mesabi Trail

The Taconite State Trail stretches 165 miles from Grand Rapids to Ely and intersects with the Arrowhead State Trail just west of Lake Vermillion. Portions are paved for biking and in-line skating. The remainder of the natural surface trail is used primarily for snowmobiling in the winter. The trail goes through a few areas that have standing water in the summer, however portions of the trail are suitable for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking.

The Taconite Trail winds through forests of birch and aspen intertwined with pine, leading the visitor by many isolated lakes and streams. From Grand Rapids heading north, you see the impact of the taconite and iron mining industry. The northern portion of the trail terrain is rolling and tree covered as it winds through state and national forest land.

Eight trail waysides and picnic facilities offer scenic vistas of the hills, lakes and rivers of this area. The trail also links three state parks: Bear Head Lake, Soudan Underground Mine, and McCarthy Beach. The landscape in and around Bear Head Lake State Park is very rolling and rocky.

Semer's Park
N Lakeview Drive
Ely, MN 55731
 
Whiteside Park
700 E Sheridan
Ely, MN 55731
 

Lakes:
Lake Name Size
(acres)
Lake info Lake Map Rec Map Topo Map
Burntside 7,139
Fall 2,173
Farm 1,328
Garden 670
Low 345
Mitchell 241
Shagawa 2,370

Downtown Ely Minnesota
Downtown Ely


Health Care:
Duluth Clinic - ElyMap
300 W Conan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-7900
Web:
www.duluthclinic.org

Duluth Clinic-Ely, a premiere northern Minnesota medical clinic, provides a full spectrum of primary care and a wide array of specialized healthcare services. As a regional clinic within in the Duluth Clinic system, the Ely Clinic helps local residents reap the benefits of small town living — without having to travel far for world-class care.

Duluth Clinic - Ely

Ely Bloomen Community Hospital & Nursing HomeMap
328 W Conan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3271
Web:
www.ebch.org

Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital and Nursing Home is the largest healthcare center serving Ely and surrounding communities bordering the vast acreage of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW).

Ely Bloomen Community Hospital & Nursing Home

View of Sheridan Street in Ely Minnesota from the west end of town
View of Sheridan Street in Ely from the west end of town


Schools:
Vermilion Community CollegeMap
1900 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-7200
Web:
www.vcc.edu

Vermilion Community College provides environmental and general education to enable students from all walks of life to become well rounded ethical citizens prepared to work, live, and learn in a changing world.

Vermilion Community College, Ely Minnesota

Ely School District #696Map
600 E Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6166
Web:
www.ely.k12.mn.us
Ely Memorial High SchoolMap
600 E Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6166

Grades:  7-12
Students:  336

 

Washington Elementary SchoolMap
600 E Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6166

Grades:  PreK-6
Students:  309


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Churches:
Berean Baptist ChurchMap
2281 Old Highway 169
PO Box 149
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5413

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  10:30 am

 

Ely Gospel TabernacleMap
3 E Allaire Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5272

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  n/a

Ely Gospel Tabernacle, Ely Minnesota

First Lutheran Church - LCMSMap
915 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3348
Web: www.firstlutheranely.org

Pastor:  John Bonk
Sunday Worship:  11:00 am

First Lutheran Church LCMS, Ely Minnesota

First Presbyterian ChurchMap
226 E Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5130

Pastor:  Rev. Frank Davis
Sunday Worship:  n/a

 
Grace Lutheran Church - ELCAMap
301 E Conan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5605

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  n/a

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Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Highway 21 N
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6290

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  n/a

 
Ledgerock Community ChurchMap
1515 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4890
Web:
www.elybaptist.com

Pastor:  Joel Hasz
Sunday Worship:  9:30 am

 

Lord of the Harvest Church International
2143 N Highway 21
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4288

Pastor:  John and Daryl Oberg
Sunday Worship:  10:00 am

 
Praise Fellowship CenterMap
302 E Boundary Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6033

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  n/a

 

St. Anthony's Catholic ChurchMap
231 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone:(218) 365-4017

Pastor:  Father Bill Skarich
Saturday Mass:  5:00 pm
Sunday Mass:  10:00 am

St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Ely Minnesota

United Methodist Church of ElyMap
305 E Camp Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3355

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  n/a

United Methodist Church of Ely in Ely Minnesota

Word ChurchMap
424 E. Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 262-4307  

Pastor:  n/a
Sunday Worship:  n/a

 

Media:
Boundary Waters JournalMap
9396 Rocky Ledge Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6184
Toll Free: (800) 548-7319
Web:
www.boundarywatersjournal.com

An outdoor magazine covering the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW), Ontario's Quetico Provincial Park and the Superior National Forest devoted to camping, canoeing, fishing, wildlife, history, equipment, northwoods personalites, plus valuable how to and where to trip planning advice to make your next BWCAW/Quetico adventure the best it can be. Includes exquisite four-color photography. Published from a log cabin in the Superior National Forest near Ely, MN.

Ely EchoMap
15 E Chapman Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3141
Toll Free: (800) 492-3555
Web:
www.elyecho.com
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Ely ShopperMap
243 Chapman Street E
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3185
Web:
www.elyshopper.com

Since 1932, The ELY SHOPPER has provided the Ely area with a unique advertising media. Published every Wednesday, we deliver over 5,000 shoppers to Ely, Babbitt, Winton, and rural routes in the surrounding area.

Ely Shopper, Ely Minnesota
Ely TimberjayMap
25 N 3rd Avenue E
PO Box 718
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3114
Web:
www.timberjay.com
Ely Timberjay, Ely Minnesota
WELY AM & FMMap
133 E. Chapman Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4444
Web:
www.wely.com

WELY serves the Boundary Waters Canoe Area of northern Minnesota, and is known for its quirky, eclectic, community-oriented programming. WELY broadcasts a wide range of material, from traditional polkas to rock music to zany wilderness "shout outs" for people camping in the surrounding wilderness.

WELY AM & FM, Ely Minnesota

Bed & Breakfasts:
A Stay Inn ElyMap
112 West Sheridan
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: n/a
Toll Free: (888) 360-6010
Web: www.astayinnely.com

The Lofts' and Inn's accommodations have an old world hostel charm yet offer the privacy of individual bathrooms. Located in downtown Ely, both are within easy walking distance to Ely's finest restaurants and shops. 

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Blue Heron Bed & BreakfastMap
827 Kawishiwi Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4720
Web:
www.blueheronbnb.com

"The B & B with a million acre front yard" adjoining one million acres of Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Canoes, snowshoes, sauna included. Hiking, ski and bike trails. Wildlife abounds. Five rooms, all private baths, king or queen beds, 2 family-sized suites. Lunch and dinner optional. Children/pets by arrangement.

Creek Ridge LodgeMap
1752 Creek Ridge Trail
Ely, MN 55731

Phone: (218) 365-7302
Web: www.creekridgelodge.com

The chalet consists of 6 large bedrooms each with it's own bathroom. The bedrooms have two queen beds so each room can accommodate 4 people. Two of the bedrooms have their own fireplace and two have private balconies. Each room has a fridge, coffeepot and hairdryer. Wireless internet is also available.

Creek Ridge Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Emma's Bed & BreakfastMap
2066 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-2256
 
Miners' InnMap
45 W Chapman Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5118
Toll Free: (800) 688-0218

Miners' Inn offers winter through summer adventure and is ideally located near unique shops, dining areas, hiking and ski trails and northern Minnesota wilderness lakes, fishing, canoeing, golfing and snowmobiling (located on the trail). For the adventurous spirit, Miners' Inn welcomes groups, families, business people, couples and singles for retreats, reunions, and anniversaries.

Trezona House Bed & BreakfastMap
315 E. Washington Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4809

Trezona House is a rambling, spacious, 100-year-old Ely landmark that reeks of history and sits just two blocks from downtown and the 4-mile Trezona Trail. Four large heritage bedrooms--Cabin, Miner's, Hunter's and Angler's--are packed with area memorabilia, boast "amazingly comfortable beds" and big closets.

Trezona House Bed & Breakfast, Ely Minnesota

Motels:
Adventure InnMap
1145 E Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3140
Web:
www.adventureinn-ely.com

Ely's newest and most remarkable lodging facility. All of the rooms have air conditioning and digital cable television. There are smoking and nonsmoking rooms and accommodations for pets. We also have accommodations for large groups and four of our rooms are handicap accessible.

Adventure Inn, Ely Minnesota
Canoe On InnMap
110 N 2nd Avenue W
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4590
Web:
www.canoeoninnely.com

Newly renovated rooms - Front door parking - Pet rooms (upon request-small charge) - Cable TV - WiFi Available in each room - Some rooms w/microwave & refrigerator - Air Conditioning

Canoe On In, Ely Minnesota
Grand Ely LodgeMap
400 N Pioneer Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6565
Toll Free: (877) 472-3359
Web:
www.grandelylodge.com

Ely Minnesota Resorts, Grand Ely Lodge offers a fun filled family vacation and boasts 61 rooms, whirlpool rooms, suites, and are equipped with refrigerators, wet bars, coffee makers, and more. Most resort rooms feature a spectacular view of Shagawa Lake

Grand Ely Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Lakeland MotelMap
1403 E Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

Phone: (218) 365-3330 

Clean, cozy, comfortable, knotty pine, northwoods rooms. On city spur trails. At door parking, pets welcome for small fee. Reasonable rates. All non-smoking rooms.

 
Motel Ely - Budget HostMap
1047 E Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3237
Toll Free: (800) 891-0334

Located in Ely, Minnesota, Motel Ely Budget Host is a family owned and operated motel located in the Superior National Forest, and is a main departure point for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Motel Ely offers impeccably clean, comfortable rooms with a courteous staff. We have been awarded the Budget Host Award of Excellence four years running, and are also Mobile Travel Guide rated.

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Paddle InnMap
1314 E Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6036
Toll Free: (
888) 270-2245
Web: www.paddleinnely.com

Open all year. Park at door. Car plug-ins. Additional truck and trailer parking. Direct access to Tomahawk and Taconite trails. Free local calls. Complimentary coffee all day.

Paddle Inn, Ely Minnesota
Shagawa InnMap
1973 W Shagawa Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5154
Web:
www.shagawainn.com

There are nine motel cabins (4 with kitchenettes). Single motel rooms with single or double beds can accommodate groups up to 4. These motels are all fully modern with knotty-pine interiors, carpeting, complete bathroom, with showers, electric heat, cable/color TV and air conditioning.

Shagawa Inn, Ely Minnesota
Silver Rapids LodgeMap
459 Kawishiwi Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4877
Web:
www.silverrapidslodge.com

Our Lakeside suites are situated on Farm Lake with a perfect view of the Northern Lights. Our 1 or 2 bedroom suites offer motel amenities in the quaint environment of the northwoods. Some have full kitchens, patios with barbecue grill (available upon request).

Silver Rapids Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Super 8Map
1605 E Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-2873
Toll Free: (800) 800-8000
Web:
www.super8.com

The Super 8 in Ely, MN. offers, 30 rooms, 27-Inch Remote control color cable TV, Free local calls, Hairdryers in all rooms, Free High Speed Internet, Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness nearby.

Super 8, Ely Minnesota
Timber Trail LodgeMap
629 Kawishiwi Trail
Ely, MN 55731

Phone: (218) 365-4879
Toll Free: (800) 777-7348
Web: www.timbertrail.com

Housekeeping motel units. Game room, beach, hiking trails, boats, motors, canoes available. Direct access to BWCAW. Nightly and weekly rates.

 

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Resorts:
Anderson's ResortMap
1962 Echo Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5286
Web:
www.andersonsresort.com

Anderson's Resort is located on the east arm of scenic Burntside Lake just seven miles north of Ely on the Echo Trail. Burntside is a deep, clear, spring-fed lake dotted with hundreds of islands. This eleven-mile long lake provides a beautiful setting for boating, swimming, scuba diving, fishing, and water skiing.

Anderson's Resort, Ely Minnesota
Big Lake Wilderness LodgeMap
3012 Echo Trail
PO Box 359
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 340-3533
Toll Free: (800) 446-9080
Web:
www.biglakelodge.com

Join us at Big Lake Wilderness Lodge north of Ely MN and have the experience of a lifetime in the wilds of the Superior National Forest. Rustic, cozy cabins with modern housekeeping conveniences allow you to experience the wilderness from a comfortable base. You have the chance to see moose, bald eagles, loons, otters, beavers and other wild animals.

Big Lake Wilderness Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Burntside LodgeMap
2755 Burntside Lodge Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-3894
Web:
www.burntside.com

Burntside Lodge is the oldest guest lodge remaining in the Ely, MN area. Nestled among pines on the southern shore of Burntside Lake, Burntside Lodge maintains the grandeur and charm which has attracted guests since the tradition of The Lodge began in 1913. Our season begins in mid-late May each year and concludes in late September.

Burntside Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Deer Ridge ResortMap
444 Fernberg Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4075
Toll Free: (
800) 382-2041
Web: www.deerridgeresort.com

Deer Ridge Resort & Outfitting on Garden Lake in Ely Minnesota is Ely's newest log cabin resort and offers complete or partial outfitting and guide service into the BWCAW and Quetico Park

Deer Ridge Resort, Ely Minnesota
Fenske Lake ResortMap
2239 Echo Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5481
Web:
www.fenskelakecabins.com

Fenske Lake Cabins is a secluded, peaceful vacation resort near Ely, MN just off the Echo Trail with true Northwoods charm - a perfect place for your vacation. Knotty pine cabins right on the water's edge are surrounded by woods, wildlife and nature.

Fenske Lake Resort, Ely Minnesota
Grand Ely LodgeMap
400 N Pioneer Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6565
Toll Free: (877) 472-3359
Web:
www.grandelylodge.com

Ely Minnesota Resorts, Grand Ely Lodge offers a fun filled family vacation and boasts 61 rooms, whirlpool rooms, suites, and are equipped with refrigerators, wet bars, coffee makers, and more. Most resort rooms feature a spectacular view of Shagawa Lake

Grand Ely Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Ladybug LodgeMap
2279 Grant McMahan Blvd.
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-8400
Toll Free: (866) 200-8400
Web:
www.ladybug-lodge.com

Nestled on the shores of Shagawa Lake in Ely, Minnesota, Lady Bug Lodge is ready to make your vacation vision a reality. Whether you are searching for a peaceful getaway or an exhilarating fishing adventure, allow us to fulfill your dream. We have over 35 years of experience in the resort/marina business.

Ladybug Lodge, Ely Minnesota
LaTourell's Resort & OutfittersMap
14793 Moose Lake Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4531
Web:
www.latourells.com

La Tourell's is the closest resort and canoe trip outfitter to Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) and Ontario's Quetico Park. We welcome you to all we have to offer. For three generations our family has been helping people enjoy our areas spectacular fishing, beautiful lakes, and abundant wildlife.

LaTourell's Resort & Outfitters, Ely Minnesota
Lodge of Whispering PinesMap
3060 Echo Trail
PO Box 327
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-2129
Toll Free: (800) 510-2947
Web:
www.lodgeofwhisperingpines.com

Lodge of Whispering Pines is a classic Ely Minnesota resort and Boundary Waters Canoe Area outfitter with traditional Lodge and remote cabins on Big Lake Echo Trail Ely Minnesota. Fishing hunting canoeing and wilderness experience the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness BWCAW

Lodge of Whispering Pines, Ely Minnesota
Moat's ResortMap
2041 Somero Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5279
 
Northernair LodgeMap
2123 Haapala Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4882
Web:
www.northernairlodge.com

A relaxing Minnesota wilderness vacation awaits you at Northernair Lodge, near Ely on private access Lake Mitchell. Lakeside cabins and a wonderful family-oriented setting. Fish, swim, hike, bike or just enjoy the peace and quiet.

Northernair Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Northwind Lodge Map
2267 Fernberg Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5489
Web:
www.visitnorthwind.com 
Northwind Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Pine Point LodgeMap
474 Kawishiwi Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5581
Web:
www.boundarywaters.com/pinepoint

All of our ample cabins include shower equipped bathrooms, gas heat and hot water. A gas range, a full sized refrigerator, coffee maker, and a complete array of cooking and eating utensils are provided. A microwave oven rounds out our new kitchens. Each cabin has its own Webber Kettle bar-b-que grill adjacent to its lakefront deck.

Pine Point Lodge, Ely Minnesota
River Point Resort & OutfittingMap
12007 River Point Road
PO Box 397
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6604
Toll Free: (800) 456-5580
Web:
www.riverpointresort.com

River Point Resort is one of the premier Minnesota Resorts-Ely, Minnesota Resorts-for Minnesota resort vacations--adjacent to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area BWCA. Check out Ely, MN and River Point Resort. You'll LOVE both!

River Point Resort & Outfitting, Ely Minnesota
Rom's Remote CabinsMap
354 W Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5429
 
Shagawa InnMap
1973 W Shagawa Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5154
Web:
www.shagawainn.com

All cabins are modernized with carpeting and a bathroom. Cabins range from 1 to 3 bedrooms, and can accommodate up to 8 people. The living rooms are fully furnished and have ceiling fans and color/cable TV. All the cabins have air conditioning, so you can stay cool when it's to hot.

Shagawa Inn, Ely Minnesota
Shig-Wak ResortMap
1770 Echo Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5285
Toll Free: (
800) 777-4413
Web:
www.shigwak.com

Shig-Wak is a family resort near Ely, MN, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) -- quietly secluded in a bay on Little Long Lake.  You'll enjoy bonfires near the beach at night, pot-luck dinners and activities for all ages.  Fish for walleye, northern pike, large and smallmouth bass and panfish.  Children will enjoy the playground near the beach and a safe swimming area.

Shig-Wak Resort, Ely Minnesota
Silver Rapids LodgeMap
459 Kawishiwi Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4877
Web:
www.silverrapidslodge.com

Situated on a private peninsula on a chain of 4 lakes with access to the BWCA, Silver Rapids is an outdoor enthusiast’s haven. Whether your interests are fishing, canoeing, boating, hiking, or snowmobiling, we have something for you.

Silver Rapids Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Smitty's on SnowbankMap
14564 Snow Lodge Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6032
Web:
www.smittys-on-snowbank.com

Situated at the very edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA), Smitty’s On Snowbank offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore this wilderness wonderland. Choose between Fishing, Hunting, Hiking, Cross-country Skiing, Canoeing and more.

Smitty's on Snowbank, Ely Minnesota
Stony Ridge Resort & CafeMap
60 W Lakeview Avenue
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6757
Web:
www.stonyridgeresort.com

Stony Ridge Resort is a family operated resort located just north of Ely, on the south side of Shagawa Lake. Stony Ridge offers rustic log cabins with the modern conveniences of home. We also offer RV and tent sites with water and electric hook-ups and of course, an awesome view of scenic Shagawa Lake.

Stony Ridge Resort & Cafe, Ely Minnesota
Sunset View CabinsMap
1382 Bear Head Park Rd
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-5744
 
Tamarack ResortMap
3499 Tamarack Lane
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6120
Web:
www.elytamarack.com

Tamarack Resort is a serene escape on Burntside Lake in the beautiful Superior National Forest. Resting on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Tamarack is the perfect respite from city life.

Tamarack Resort, Ely Minnesota
Timber Trail Lodge & OutfittersMap
629 Kawishiwi Trail
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4879
Web:
www.timbertrail.com

Timber Trail Lodge is a premier four-season Northern Minnesota family resort. Located just seven miles from Ely, Minnesota, Timber Trail Lodge sits on the south shore of Farm Lake, one of four interconnected lakes offering both motorized boating and Boundary Waters canoeing experiences.

Timber Trail Lodge & Outfitters, Ely Minnesota
Timber Wolf LodgeMap
PO Box 147
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 827-3512
Toll Free: (800) 777-8457
Web:
www.timberwolflodge.com

4-season, 75-acre family resort on beautiful Bear Island Lake. 24 wooded campsites (8 lakefront) w/water/elec. hookups, picnic tables & individual fire rings. Mod., clean shower house. Spacious lodge w/gameroom & unique Wolf Country Gift Shop.


Timber Wolf Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Veterans on the LakeMap
161 Fernberg Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6900
Web:
www.veterans-on-the-lake.com

Veterans on the Lake Resort, a not-for-profit organization will provide a barrier-free setting for a memorable outdoor recreation experience for disabled veterans, veterans, their families, friends and supporters; designed "With Veterans in Mind" while recognizing what they have contributed to and sacrificed for our nation.

Veterans on the Lake, Ely Minnesota
White Iron Beach ResortMap
13471 White Iron Beach Rd
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4885
Web:
www.whiteironbeach.com

One-of-a-kind family vacations await at White Iron Beach Resort, where our cabins overlook beautiful White Iron Lake near Ely, Minnesota, making ours one of northeastern Minnesota’s finest family vacation and fishing resorts!

White Iron Beach Resort, Ely Minnesota
Wilderness Bay Lodge
Snowbank Lake
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4311
Web:
www.wildernessbaylodge.com

A boat ride across Snowbank Lake to a secluded bay on its eastern shore brings you to our private wilderness cabins and lodge. Wilderness Bay’s unique location accessible only by water combined with excellent accommodations provides a vacation retreat unlike any other.

Wilderness Bay Lodge, Ely Minnesota
Wintergreen Dogsled LodgeMap
1101 Ring Rock Road
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-6022
Web:
www.dogsledding.com

Looking for a great winter vacation? For nearly 30 years, Wintergreen has offered lodge-to-lodge dog sledding vacations and dogsled camping adventures for all ages -- no experience needed!  Wintergreen is the north country’s premier recreational dogsledding center & the nation’s only resort devoted exclusively to dog mushing.

Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge, Ely Minnesota

Campgrounds:
Birch Lake Campground
PO Box 727
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 235-1299
 
Canoe Country Cabins & Campground
Moose Lake Road
PO Box 30
Ely, MN 55731

Phone: (218) 365-4046

Our campground and cabins are located 20 miles east of Ely on Moose Lake, gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Once you head down the lake from our docks you'll enter a vast wilderness lake region that's void of resorts, roads, and private cabins. Moose, Newfound, Sucker, and Basswood Lake allow motors up to 25 horsepower.

Canoe Country Cabins & Campground, Ely Minnesota
Ely Area Campground Concessionaire
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-4966
 
Fall Lake Campgrounds
Forest Service Road 551
Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-2963
 

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