Experience the spirit of
Ely, Minnesota
Hiking
The Ely area provides unique opportunities for those seeking wilderness hiking in Minnesota....
Kayaking
For vacationers who like the idea of traveling by water, surrounded by the beauty only nature can...
Camping In Ely & BWCAW
Do you love camping in Minnesota? Enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle of everyday living...
Mountain Biking
The Ely Area offers several opportunities for mountain biking with routes to suit various skill...
Fishing
If you are planning a fishing trip to Minnesota, then look no further than Ely Minnesota! Why? Ely...
Shopping
There are a wide variety of stores in Ely, MN to buy something you need or just to commemorate your...
Birding
Birds are prevalent in the Ely Area and the Superior National Forest depending on the season and the...
You'll never see bear tracks in the snow (and other bear myths)
(BPT) - Coming to Ely for a little R&R in the wilderness? Awesome! You'll have a great time. But just be mindful of the denizens of the forest you might encounter along the way. Our black bears are beloved residents of the Northwoods, but when people come for a visit, they can bring some wrongly
You'll never see bear tracks in the snow (and other bear myths)
- 3 minute read
(BPT) - Coming to Ely for a little R&R in the wilderness? Awesome! You'll have a great time. But just be mindful of the denizens of the forest you might encounter along the way. Our black bears are beloved residents of the...
Which type of traveler are you?
- 3 minute read
(BPT) - Although thousands of people visit Ely each year, everyone experiences it differently. There’s a lot to explore up here, but how you explore depends on what type of traveler you are. You might find yourself in the following...
Where to see the spectacular fall colors
- 2 minute read
(BPT) - In the fall, Ely explodes with color. You may think we're mainly about the pines, and you'll certainly find a forest-full of those here. But we're also home to aspen, birch, ash, spruce and the king of fall colors,...
