Guidebook for Ely
Parks & Nature
Trezona Trail
Semer Park
Perfect for families, Whiteside is in the direct center of town, hosting festivals, the farmer's market, and more. There is a large, two-section playground perfect for kids of all ages.
Whiteside Park
Perfect for families, Whiteside is in the direct center of town, hosting festivals, the farmer's market, and more. There is a large, two-section playground perfect for kids of all ages.
Cross country skiing, hiking, and dog walking are the best things to do at Hidden Valley. Well marked trails and super close to town. In the winter, this is the top spot for cross country skiing, as it's where the local teams practice.
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Hidden Valley Chalet
1258 Hidden Valley RdCross country skiing, hiking, and dog walking are the best things to do at Hidden Valley. Well marked trails and super close to town. In the winter, this is the top spot for cross country skiing, as it's where the local teams practice.
A short but beautiful hike to the gorgeous Kawishiwi Falls. It's perfect for a shorter day of outdoors adventuring, as the hike itself is about half a mile. The falls are amazing, and when the water is low you can play safely at the top.
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Kawishiwi Falls Trail
444 Fernberg RdA short but beautiful hike to the gorgeous Kawishiwi Falls. It's perfect for a shorter day of outdoors adventuring, as the hike itself is about half a mile. The falls are amazing, and when the water is low you can play safely at the top.
Arts & Culture
Dorothy Molter Museum
2002 E Sheridan StI-Centre Yezithethe ZaseMzantsi
1396 MN-169Art & Soul Gallery
427 E Sheridan StCome support and check out local artists at Art & Soul Gallery!
Drinks & Nightlife
Great micro-brew beers on tap, delicious upscale "bar food" menu and friendly staff.
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Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant
47 E Sheridan StGreat micro-brew beers on tap, delicious upscale "bar food" menu and friendly staff.
Food Scene
Northern Grounds is a beautiful coffee and wine bar with over 50 bottles of wine and tap beer! The bar features only Minnesota local liquors and the coffee is roasted in-house right in front of you. NG hosts live music pretty often, and has a half off happy hour daily from 4-6pm (including coffee drinks)! Huge selection of baked goods, pairing plates, quiche, and more.
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Northern Grounds
2 W Sheridan StNorthern Grounds is a beautiful coffee and wine bar with over 50 bottles of wine and tap beer! The bar features only Minnesota local liquors and the coffee is roasted in-house right in front of you. NG hosts live music pretty often, and has a half off happy hour daily from 4-6pm (including coffee drinks)! Huge selection of baked goods, pairing plates, quiche, and more.
Delicious food featuring fresh cuts and locally grown produce, there is also a full bar in a trendy "industrial chic" setting. The restaurant has quickly become the town favorite for a nice night out.
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Insula Restaurant
145 E Sheridan StDelicious food featuring fresh cuts and locally grown produce, there is also a full bar in a trendy "industrial chic" setting. The restaurant has quickly become the town favorite for a nice night out.
Shopping
Beautiful clothing, outdoor gear, housewares, gifts, shoes, and a full bookstore is only part of what Piragis offers. One of the top 100 outdoor outfitters in the country, Piragis has something for everyone and is the favorite spot for tourists.
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Piragis Northwoods Company
105 N Central AveBeautiful clothing, outdoor gear, housewares, gifts, shoes, and a full bookstore is only part of what Piragis offers. One of the top 100 outdoor outfitters in the country, Piragis has something for everyone and is the favorite spot for tourists.
Essentials
A Laundry Room Inc.
428 E Sheridan St