Cliff Wold’s Outfitting Co. has been serving Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) and Quetico Provincial Park canoe trippers since 1961.
Experience and knowledge, combined with an unwavering commitment to value and personal service, makes Cliff Wold’s the canoe outfitter of choice for many groups. From planning to packing, we can help with every aspect of your wilderness canoe trip. Our complete canoe outfitting package includes all the lightweight camping and canoeing equipment you need for an enjoyable trip, plus a delicious menu of deluxe custom-packed meals.
We also offer partial canoe outfitting services for those who need a canoe or some additional equipment. Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran to the canoe trails, we’re here to help ensure your wilderness canoe trip is a success. When you choose Cliff Wold’s, you’ve chosen the best!
“Untouched & Serene”…… These words are often used to describe Northern Minnesota. It’s what draws folks “Up North” and the crew of Low Impact Excavators is serious about keeping it that way. With over 31 years experience with heavy equipment, John Wavrin knows the damage excavating does to the land. He also knows it’s necessary when building a road, installing a septic system or even building a house. That’s why at Low Impact Excavators, John and his crew, leave “small footprints” removing only what is necessary-leaving the job site naturally landscaped, as close to original as possible.
Grab a cold beverage, enjoy a savory sandwich, and take in the view of Shagawa Lake indoors or from the deck—it’s a great place to converse with guests and locals alike. Antlers Lounge is a relaxed Ely, MN bar that serves up the town’s best wine list, specialty drinks, and most impressive lake views.
Order one of our four beers on tap or choose one of our wide range of bottled brews, including local favorites like Iron Range Amber, James Page and Nordeast. Add one of our specialty sandwiches – try the Caesar Prime Rib Sandwich, Shagawa Combo, or Fish In The Weeds and nine flavors of wings to create the perfect lakeside experience. For our sports fans, munch on free popcorn and watch your favorite team play on our four flat-screen TV’s, while for all families, children under the age of ten eat for free from our kids menu.
Antlers Lounge is a place to enjoy great company, beautiful views and a good time—join us soon at our bar in Ely, Minnesota.
Antlers Lounge Hours: 11:00am – 1:00am* Daily
*Closing time may vary without notice based on business demand.
The award-winning Timberjay newspapers are the most widely-read weekly newspapers in the North Country, serving communities throughout our region with local and regional news, opinion, sports, outdoors reporting, and much more. We also serve as the official newspaper for the City of Tower, and a number of area townships, including Breitung, Vermilion Lake, Bearville, Leiding, Field, Embarrass, and Kugler.
The Timberjay
PO Box 718
Ely, MN 55731
Office address:
The Timberjay, 414 Main St., PO Box 636, Tower, MN 55790. PHONE: 218-753-2950 FAX: 218-753-2916
The Ely License Bureau serves Ely by providing registration, renewal, transfer and other services for all types of vehicles, including automobiles, trailers, boats, ATVs, and snowmobiles. In addition the Ely License Bureau processes hunting and fishing licenses.
Hearthside Corner has been your trusted place to find the best selection of fireplace and hearth accessories in the Ely area since 1998. Visit our shop now to find everything you could want in order to fulfill your home’s hearth and heating needs.
We’re Dedicated to Helping You
Firelistings designed from scratch
Construction from a finished design
Modifications of rough sketches
We’ll come to you to review building plans
We’ll find what’s just right for you
Efficient products made for practical heating
We are committed to your satisfaction. Call for FREE estimates now!
We put Remote Within Reach for you! You will encounter an active outdoor experience on the edge of the wilderness. We provide this experience from our exceptional location on Snowbank Lake located on the edge of the world famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) near Ely, Minnesota.
We provide northern Minnesota quality fishing, ice fishing, outfitting, dog sledding, hunting, hiking and other outdoor activities make your time on the edge of the wilderness remarkably unforgettable. We put remote within reach by providing an accessible and affordable destination on the brink of America’s true wilderness.
Our promise to you is simple: we will not leave a mint on your pillow, make swans from bath towels, nor provide a hot yoga room. We will, however, provide clean cabins, a responsive staff, quality equipment, and an abundance of spectacular Northern Minnesota outdoor adventures putting remote within reach for you.
Portage North and Sundog Sport, formerly Kondos Outdoors, was born in Ely, in 1980 out of a need of the outfitters to have gear that could withstand the rigors of being on trail all season long. With a roll of fabric, some thread, and the determination to craft the best gear, began the course for the next 40 years.
I grew up venturing into the Boundary Waters from age three and spent much of my formative years exploring the Ely wilderness. In 2017, I married my wife, Corissa, who had been guiding BWCA trips for seven years and has been the director of Rock Ridge Christian Camp since 2015. We enjoy being able to take our personal experiences and knowledge and incorporate that into how we design and build products for Sundog Sport.
By bringing in state-of-the-art cutting and sewing equipment, implementing continuous improvement philosophies, researching the best materials, and having a 1.4 million acre test lab to vet our products, we strive to craft for you the toughest gear that will last you and the next generation a lifetime.
The mission of Northwoods Partners (recently Northwoods Hospice Respite Partners or NHRP) is to provide resources that promote independence and healthy aging. We serve 480 square miles, encompassing the communities of Ely, Winton, Babbitt, Tower, Soudan, and surrounding area.
Northwoods Partners provides these services:
Caregiver consulting, Volunteer training, Caregiver Relief, Friendly visits, Friendly calls, Volunteer rides, Exercise Buddy, Caregiver Support Group
The Ely Municipal Airport (ELO) is a publicly owned airport located 4 miles south of downtown Ely, Minnesota. The airport has approximately 21 flight operations a day.
Administrative control of the airport is the responsibility of a seven member Airport Commission. The airport is staffed by Airport Manager, Jim Preblich.
Runways and Taxiways:
One 5,600 foot paved runway with paved taxiway.
A Terminal Building with a lounge, waiting area, and office space with internet access.
Hangers with space available to rent.
US Forest Service Air Support
Fixed Base Operator (FBO), offering:
Aircraft tie downs
Aircraft Hangers
Aircraft fuel sales
100LL
Jet A
Airport Operational Statistics
Aircraft based on the field: 21
Single engine airplanes: 19
Multi engine airplanes: 2
Aircraft operations: avg 22/day
local general aviation: 61%
transient general aviation: 37%
air taxi: 2%
