Winter Activities In Ely, MN

Winter is a beautiful season in the pristine country that surrounds the Ely, MN area. The area is uncrowded and unspoiled so you have the freedom to move about as you like and at your own pace. Our vast expanse of forest and ice-covered lakes invite you, your family and friends to cross-country skisnowmobile, photograph, fishmush, snowshoe, explore and even camp. Choose any activity that interests and challenges you. The rewards will be worth it!

At the end of an exciting day outdoors, relax in the warmth and comfort of a motel, bed & breakfast or cabin. The area has a variety of accommodations for the winter visitor. Explore downtown Ely for a shopping experience with out-of-the ordinary home décor, gift selections and unique made-in-Ely clothing. While in Ely, MN we suggest that you venture into one of our fine restaurants and discover the rich and varied cuisine well suited to warming your spirits and satisfying your appetite. However you choose to spend your stay in the Ely area, you can be assured that your hosts will do everything possible to make your visit rewarding and enjoyable.

It may be more your style to head to a remote wilderness lake, camping and ice-fishing for several days. It is an experience you won’t forget. Cross-country ski, snowshoe or take a dog team into the woods, make camp and enjoy dinner over an open fire. After dark you may witness the breathtaking northern lights dancing across the sky. If you are lucky, you may hear the spine-tingling call of a timber wolf on some distant ridge.

We have been enjoying Northern Minnesota winters forever and we’re here to make sure you will too.

Dogsledding

For a breath-taking winter dogsledding adventure, nothing compares to driving a dog team or just riding along in a dog sled. In Ely there are more sled dog...

Snowmobiling

The Ely area is northern Minnesota’s premier snowmobile hub with numerous on-trail facilities, accommodations for both large and small...

Cross Country Skiing

You’re invited! Here in Ely, our cross country ski season is longer than anywhere else in Minnesota so our trails are open before other areas even...

Snowshoeing

Snowshoes are highly maneuverable, allowing one to go places where cross-country skiers and snowmobilers cannot go. There's no comparing hiking in...

Ice Fishing

While the lakes may be covered with ice and snow, plenty of fish are hungry and waiting to grab hold of one of your fishing lures. This is the best time of...

Kicksledding

Kicksledding is a great way to get around outside in winter. Motion is created by ”kicking” oneself forward as if on a scooter with skis. Bare...

Fat Tire Biking

This winter and early spring sport extends the biking season and opens up options for winter exploration.