Ely, MN Sports & Recreation

I have done several trips (10 or more) through Williams and Hall, either as a couple with my wife, Father and son trips or with youth groups (up to five groups once!) as ... more

It is a great entry point for the bwca. If your worried about a wake from the motor boats don't be. They don't produce much of a wake at all.

I was expecting more, especially the old mine, but it really wasnt that exciting. Now, if youre a local Im sure it would be a fine path for a leisurely stroll on a pleasa ... more

Great people!

Great campground. Most of the sites on the outside of the loop have a parking spot on the road and a short walk down the hill to the the actual sites (tent campers only). ... more

Far off of the pavement, a wonderful secluded little camp area. No power or running water but there is a well with a hand pump and the water from it was good. Really rech ... more

My husband and I came to Ely, MN to stay in a cabin for a week Feb 2024. The highlight of the week was our dog sledding and ice fishing experience with Cast Outdoor Adven ... more

Nice trail! Great lake views, clean, well-marked. Parking for 6-10 vehicles.

Both drylake and bass lake are nice places to relax on the shore. Dog-friendliness: My little dog made it around both lakes no problem - not sure I would recommend for e ... more

It's cold in there

Lots of tables, beautiful landscaping, quiet.

You must definitely outfit with Cliff Wold. Come a day or two before going into the BWCA and stay a day after. Ryan will work with you to ensure your boundary water exp ... more

Put us on some great walleye spots! Nate has great knowledge of the area and is very easy to get along with! See ya next time bud. Thanks!

Great trail for a long day of snowshoeing

Cabin was beautiful as always. New owners never bothered to introduce themselves. The staff was friendly and accommodating as ever even though they were almost all new. ... more

Spent 4 nights out on the Snowbank trail which meets with the Kekekabic trail. The trail was long and brutal but absolutely beautiful. Between beaver dams and what felt l ... more

Really great facility. Really wish they had a dump station for rv's. Nearby activities: Lakes and wilderness right next to the BWCA!

Great

We stayed here for one night in a bunkhouse and also outfitted a Kevlar canoe. We came early in the season and everyone was awesome. Not only did they have a great breakf ... more

Hiked it counterclockwise after the first snow, saving the "best" for last, a break at the Dry Falls. Loved this hike, roughly six miles of varied terrain. Only one oth ... more

Have been camping here for many years ,quit place, and always see people from other states here to enjoy the outdoors.

Fees: No fees Restrooms: Portable Restrooms by parking lot Dog-friendliness: We took our mid sized dog and she had a great time with all of the smells

Good access from here to Lac La Croix and Oyster. .5 mile portage to river. Moose River has two small portages and a beaver dam to navigate. Next two lakes, Nina Moose an ... more

Awesome spot

Awesome campsite on lake disappointment. Space for 3 small tents and decent trees to hang hammocks or tarps. Nice rock outcropping on a point providing great views of the ... more

What a beautiful cabin and facilities. They honestly thought of everything when creating these cabins. These are by far the best camping cabins in our MN State Parks syst ... more

Went here back in 2019 first fishing trip i have ever taken. Loved ever day of it. The Walleye are amazing. Going back this year. Will take photos this time.

Lake Vermillion has the best park camper cabins in the state. Cozy with lots of room. We made good use of the indoor and outdoor food prep areas. The cabin was very clean

One of our favorite places! Many good memories, great people & events! Playground: Whiteside Park Playground nearby Restrooms: Yes Dog-friendliness: No dogs allowed Picni ... more

Yet another camp with great views from the Powwow Trail. Located about 10 miles on the Powwow Trail if you take the northern loop. Great views, perfect fire grate with a ... more

Great spot on a beautiful lake.

Amazing spot to enjoy a spliff. I also like to drink beer.

Fun time

This site is amazing. It's small, so can't accommodate a large group, but super cool! Right next to the water, for a peaceful night sleep, and FISHING!

Great service! Great expertise! perfect for our first trip!

One of my top 3 favorite campsites in the Boundary Waters!

Cabins were clean and new, nice bathroom/shower. Got a brand new kevlar canoe. Laurie was friendly and helpful. Definitely stay again.

Beautiful and peaceful site with fire grate and latrine

Not sure if I should admit this, but this is the most beautiful campsite I have ever stayed at.

Loved it, great place, freezing cold water, but nice to go.

Seclusion and loons. A lot of pike in that lake

Awesome

Nice area where everyone can enjoy.

Such a great hike! Did this and the Bass Lake trail and was amazed at all the beauty that surrounds this area within the Superior National Forest! I highly recommend chec ... more

Best rustic campground Ive seen in Superior National Forest. Its an entryway for the BWCAW so lots of traffic but they are there for a night at most. The campsites are fl ... more

Big campsite with lots of space for a large group. The best landing is the sandy beach to the SW.

Skills area was great, trails were good but over grown. If youre in the area I recommend going but Cuyuna or Redhead are great locations

Canoe Country Outfitters does a great job