Ely MN Minnesota Resorts

 
Timber Trail Lodge

& Outfitters

 

A Premier Minnesota Vacation Resort in Ely Minnesota

Northeastern Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

 

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Things to do in Ely &

resort activities

 

 

What is there to do in Ely Minnesota?  Well, to help you out we have put a list of things together just for you!

 


Adventure or

relax

 

Things to do in Winter

 


 


Guided Fishing Trip - Nice Catch!
Fishing
Ely Minnesota fishing is why many people come up to our "neck of the woods."  It's hard to beat the feeling of a walleye biting at your hook, or the explosion of a Bass or Northern attacking your bait.  We have 4 lakes, all connected, to boat and fish.  Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Crappies are all found here.  For a great fishing experience, reserve one of our guides for the day... sure to be a highlight during your trip. 
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Canoeing North Kawishiwi River

Canoeing
Ahhh... the quiet dip of a paddle.  One of the favorite activities of our guests is a canoe paddle in the BWCA - the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.  The Boundary Waters is accessible right from our lodge.  Directly across the lake from our resort is an entrance into the famed Boundary Waters Wilderness where only canoes are allowed to travel.  Experience it for yourself on a great day trip paddling within this magnificent area.  Other Boundary Waters day trips are available as well, like paddling to Native American Pictographs believed to be painted over 500 years ago.  A great addition to your Ely vacation!

Canoe Day Trip Suggestions and Information

 


Hiking Bass Lake Trail
Hiking
Several hiking opportunities abound here.  You can hike the trails available right from our resort or take a short drive to the Bass Lake trail head.  Hike through towering pines to scenic overlooks and a waterfall.  If time allows, take dip in the pool halfway down and enjoy the view as water pours over your shoulders.  The Secret Blackstone hike is another great hike with scenic overlooks and small lakes along the way.  Sure to be a fun way to spend an afternoon.
   

Swimming off our Beach
Swimming
We have a natural sand beach complete with Adirondack chairs for your relaxing pleasure.  Take a dip, get a suntan or just kick back and enjoy a good book... the beach area is centrally located and a favorite of all who stay with us.

Scenic Flight over the Northwoods
Float Plane Rides
See the Northwoods through the eyes of an eagle as you soar over the resort and the surrounding wilderness.  One day a week we schedule a float plane to come to the resort and take those interested on a great flight over the area.  A must for those who want a spectacular view of all that surrounds you throughout your stay.
   

Treat Yourself to a Relaxing Massage in Ely
Massage
There's nothing like a first class massage to put you in full relax mode during your vacation.  From facials to foot treatments you are covered head to toe.  Choose from herbal body wraps, seaweed gel wraps, hot stone massage, Swedish massage,  deep muscle massage, European facial, cooling facial, herbal facial, anti-aging eye & lip treatments, aromatherapy, hand & foot treatments and much more.  That's a whole lot of relaxation... you will feel like royalty when you add one or more of these massage treatments to your stay.
 


Legend Golf Course

Golf
Golf the Northwoods.  Ely has a nine hole course just minutes from the resort, but don't limit yourself to just our course... enjoy one, or more, of the three championship courses just 40 minutes away!   Golf the Legend, the Quarry or the newest course, the Wilderness and experience outstanding courses without all the people and pressure found in most parts of the states.  The Wilderness was just named the #1 new upscale course in the US by Golf Digest Magazine.  The Legend and Quarry are both in the top 100 courses in the US!

Ely, Minnesota and area Golfing


International Wolf Center
International Wolf Center
A museum dedicated to wolves with fascinating exhibits including several taxidermy mounts displaying different postures with descriptions of what they mean and how wolves communicate.  The highlight of the museum is it's own wolf pack, living in captivity, which can be seen in the large windowed viewing area.  Feeding times are scheduled and can be watched... great way to see how the wolves interact and pack behaviors.


Dorthy Molter Museum

Dorthy Molter Museum
The last person to live in the Boundary Waters, Dorthy Molter's Isle of Pines was a favorite stop for many canoeists over the years and "the" place to get a bottle of her home brewed rootbeer.  Dorthy's cabins were removed from the Isle of Pines on Knife Lake after her death and transported to Ely where a museum has been established in her honor.  Stop by for a very informative tour and get your own bottle of her "kwitcherbeliakin" rootbeer.
 
   

Great Mine Tour
Soudan Mine Tour
Go on this tour and you will find yourself over one mile beneath the surface.  A great ride and a cool tour.  A favorite of our guests and one they do time and time again.  See and learn how residents of our town and the surrounding area made their living in the labor of the mines.
   

Slots at the Casino
Casino
Got a few extra bucks?  Try your luck at a nearby casino, located just 40 minutes away.  Slots, Poker, Blackjack and more await you and hopefully lady luck on your trip to this Northwoods casino.
   

Soda Fountain & Shop in Ely
Ely Shopping
An absolute must.  What's a trip to Ely without venturing into town?  This is not your usual tourist town shopping, Ely offers many unique stores and wares, much of which can only be found only here.  With everything centrally located and within walking distance all you have to do is park the car and wander the streets.  Be sure to save time for an old fashion malt at the local soda fountain.

Antlers Lounge
Ely Dining
While you're in town plan to stop and eat at one of the many restaurants located here.  With downtown Ely only 7 miles from our resort you can try several of the fine eateries while you are here.

 

 
 

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629 Kawishiwi Trail - Ely, Minnesota 55731

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