Why go
- City in Minnesota, United States.
- Served by Ely Municipal Airport (LYU).
History
Ely is a city in St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 3,268 at the 2020 census.
Where to stay
444 Fernberg Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · deerridgeresort.com
6 N Yukon Dr, Ely, MN 55731 · ravenswingbnbelymn.com
629 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731 · canoecountryoutfitters.com
593 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731 · moosetrackadventures.com
2130 Walleye Way, Ely, MN 55731 · northernairlodge.com
1829 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731 · vnorth.com
2714 Van Vac Ln, Ely, MN 55731 · campvanvac.com
Fall Lk Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · fs.usda.gov
629 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731 · timbertrail.com
13471 White Iron Beach Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · whiteironbeach.com
2755 Burntside Lodge Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · burntside.com
3788 Fenske Lake Road, 3788 Fenske Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · fenskelakecabins.com
13705 Mill Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · gardenlakeresort.com
2279 Grant McMahan Blvd, Ely, MN 55731 · lakeviewlodgeelymn.com
474 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731 · pinepointely.com
161 Fernberg Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · veteransonthelakeresort.org
110 N 2nd Ave W, Ely, MN 55731 · canoeoninely.com
400 N Pioneer Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · grandelylodge.com
12265 State Hwy 1, Ely, MN 55731 · northofnorthresort.com
1973 W Shagawa Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · shagawainn.com
Forest 183 Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · fs.usda.gov
112 W Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731 · stayinnely.com
1145 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731 · adventureinn-ely.com
12007 River Point Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · riverpointresort.com
1605 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731 · nwisuites.com
3499 Tamarack Rd, Ely, MN 55731 · elytamarack.com
459 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731 · silverrapidslodge.com
1522 Echo Trail, Ely, MN 55731 · echoshoresresort.com
1540 Grant McMahan Blvd, Ely, MN 55731
464 Ernie's Rd, Ely, MN 55731
1314 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731
1047 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731 · motelely.com
1403 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731
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Airports
Ely Municipal Airport (LYU) 5.6 mi to the centre
Ely, MN, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Ely Municipal Airport (LYU). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Ely, Minnesota. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
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Tours & experiences
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