Creek Ridge Lodge in Ely, Minnesota offers seasonal lodging in a 4 storey chalet with authentic Austrian carvings, a restaurant and bar and a golf course under construction. Not your typical hotel this is a cross between a bed and breakfast and a historic inn, they say it's like having your own room in a large family retreat and with 6 large rental rooms with own bathroom that can accommodate up to four people, complete with private balconies, flat screen TV's with Direct TV and more, your comfort is ensured, plus WIFI is available throughout. Creek Ridge Lodge includes a continental breakfast with your reservation, and the full service restaurant serves excellent meals including homemade appetizers, salads and pizza, pasta, seafood and more, with the dining room affording spectacular views overlooking White Iron Lake, and the bar lounge features music every Friday night, this is the perfect place to relax with a welcoming drink, come for a wonderful stay, play and dining experience, it's all here, including event facilities and the perfect wedding venue.READ MORE

White Wolf Dog Sled Outfitters in Ely Minnesota welcomes you on a spectacular winter adventure by dog sled, where you can mush a full day or enjoy winter camping and fishing. This unique adventure promises to be trip of memories that will last a lifetime, and the dogs love to run, and would love to meet you, enjoy a fun packed action filled adventure day out in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA), complete with lunch served on the trail over a campfire while the dogs rest, then head back to base camp. White Wolf Dog Sled Outfitters also offer camping under starlit winter skies with dog sledding, hot meals and comfortable nights rest in high quality canvas tents, and there are ice fishing trips available as well as lodge based trips, it's all here for an amazing journey.READ MORE

At Portage Pizza in Ely, Minnesota you can taste the tradition, they make the most exquisite hand tossed pizzas in a wood fired brick oven imported from Italy, and they are mobile so follow them on social media for locations. They use only the freshest locally grown ingredients available and are located in Ely on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and the Superior National Forest, once you've tried their pizzas it will become a tradition. Portage Pizza also offer catering for your events, so impress your guests with their exquisite and authentic hand tossed pizzas served with a variety of fresh salads, appetizers and warm foccacia bread, and they can handle anything from small private events in your backyard to corporate functions, let them host your next special occasion, it's a sublime experience.READ MORE

The Red Rock Wilderness Store in Ely, Minnesota is a large and unique retail store surrounded by the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on three sides and have everything you need for your adventures including housekeeping cabins and summer rentals. With over 25,000 lures in stock as well as excellent tackle, ice fishing gear and clothing, camping gear, books, kayak, Souris River Canoes, paddle boards, jewelery, yoga wear and so much more, available, they cover all your needs with their eclectic product line. Red Rock Wilderness Store also stock hunting clothing, game cameras, tents, GPS, kayak gear, flashlights and lanterns, winter gear and all products you need for all seasons, whether camping or fishing adventures beckon, they also have free how to advice on their website, it's all here for a one stop shopping experience with excellent customer service, come stock up and let the adventures begin.READ MORE

SIR G's Italian Restaurant in Ely Minnesota offers great Italian dining with wine and beer in a family atmosphere, and they have dine in and to go menus. They offer high standards of freshness and naturalness in their meals, even make their own pastas with equipment imported from Italy, and they pride themselves on the quality of all their meals. The menu at SIR G's Italian Restaurant offers delicious choices of deep fried appetizers, salads and pasta dishes, and specially prepared meals with pasta, they also offer pizzas with a variety of toppings, kid's meals and senior portions rounded with sublime desserts. Here you will enjoy the finest of Italian foods done expertly the traditional way for an unforgettable experience, come enjoy.READ MORE

The Grand Ely Lodge Resort and Conference Center in Ely, Minnesota has it all, from comfortable lodgings in their rooms and suites, to all day dining in the Evergreen Restaurant, and refreshing beverages in the Antlers Lounge, there's even stunning panoramic views of Shagawa Lake, and a resort shop for the perfect gift or souvenir. Whether you are seeking adventure or relaxation, you'll find it here, and resort amenities include an indoor pool and kiddies pool, a whirlpool and sauna, a fitness room and fireside lobby, complimentary use of fishing gear, paddleboats, canoes, kayaks and snowshoes, they even have a marina with fishing boat and pontoon boat rental, a game room, and so much more. The Grand Ely Lodge Resort and Conference Center has six function spaces equipped for a range of events from business meetings, to private dinners, banquets and corporate seminars, and this is the perfect venue for your beautiful and spectacular wedding ceremony, come celebrate your special day in romantic style. This is the perfect four season resort with adventures available throughout the year, come enjoy.READ MORE

The Leaning Cedar Tree Cabin in Ely, Minnesota welcomes you to this remote and rustic cabin with fully equipped kitchen, electricity and modern plumbing, there's also a deck overlooing the Boundary Waters Canoe Area or your own private forest. The cabin comes with Kevlar canoes and two kayaks, plus they have a Lund fishing boat with motor for rent to explore the lakes adjoining the cabins for spectacular wilderness adventures. The Leaning Cedar Tree Cabin is ideal for year round vacations, fishing, swimming, the spectacular Boreal forest and the gently flowing North Kawishiwi River, and in winter you can enjoy cross country skiing and dog sledding adventures which they have access to or simply relaxing by the outdoor fire pit, the choice is yours, they can also assist with planning your outdoor activities year round, book today and let the adventures begin, they even have a wood fired sauna.READ MORE

Chilly Dogs Sled Dog Trips in Ely, Minnesota takes you on an incredible journey behind a pack of dogs running fast and running hard, and you'll travel through pristine forests, across frozen lakes and snow covered portage trails for the adventure of a lifetime. Expert dog mushers take you, your family or group through the picturesque North Country, pulled by a team of hearty Alaskan Husky sled dogs and they love people and love to run, and whether you ride in an enclosed sled or drive the team, a unique and unforgettable trip is guaranteed. Chilly Dogs Sled Dog Trips offer half and full day trips as well as introductory fun rides, starting with an introduction to the dogs on arrival, and learning all about the Alaskan Husky breed and what to expect on the way and more, so book today and come travel at the speed of a dog.READ MORE

Riverside Resort and Island Campsites in Ely, Minnesota offers beautiful island campsites and a wonderful Northwoods experience on a privately owned island on White Iron Lake with excellent fishing and wilderness adventures. Here spacious, deluxe and unique tent camping accommodations await for an unforgettable glamping experience, and they come with personal Finnish saunas and spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the lake and are luxuriously furnished, plus there's a fully screened cook tent with everything you need for a great meal at the end of a wonderful day. Riverside Resort and Island Campsites is the perfect base for exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for day trips or overnight excursions, and in winter enjoy snowshoeing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing, it's all here for a fantastic vacation getaway on a private 10 acre island.READ MORE

South Kawishiwi River Campground in Ely, Minnesota offers incredible accommodation options from cabin rentals to campground camping, backcountry campsites where you can even create your own in the general forest, or group camping is available as well as sites for large RV's with electrical hookups, this is wilderness camping within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. South Kawishiwi River Campground also have a picnic area, swimming beach, shallow boat landing and a one mile hiking trail, there's fishing to be done, hunting and nature viewing, outdoor learning, scenic drives, motorized and non motorized boating on the lake and plenty of boat access, come enjoy nature's paradise in the Superior National Forest. South Kawishiwi River Campground also has a historic log pavilion which is available for rent for functions and events, and it was built all the way back in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, come enjoy the perfect wilderness stay and play vacation here.READ MORE