Ely Lake - Fayal Twp

Saint Louis County, Minnesota

Ely Lake is in Fayal Township, Gilbert, and Eveleth, Minnesota, under 60 miles from Ely. For city trips, Grand Rapids and Duluth are under 70 miles away.

The Range Regional Airport is under 25 miles away, and the Essentia Health-Northern Pines Hospital is 20 miles away. For international travel, the Duluth International Airport is under 60 miles away.

Life on the Water

Ely Lake spans 723 acres with a maximum depth of 70 feet, offering plenty of space for lake fun.

Popular activities include swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing, watersports, fishing, and taking in the views. Many homes have docks, but a public access point is on the northern tip of the water.

Anglers can find black bullhead, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, and more.

Around the Area

Residents can check out the local Mesabi Trail, a great trail for biking, walking, and running. This scenic, paved trail showcases the beauty of nature.

Those interested in mountain biking can visit the Redhead Mountain Bike Park. You’ll find a wide variety of difficulties on the trail, as well as wildlife and regional artifacts throughout the park.

Visit Ely

Those looking for fun off the water can discover everything Ely has to offer.

One popular attraction is Kawishiwi Falls Trail, where visitors can hike through the woods and relax in nature.

Another popular attraction is the International Wolf Center, where visitors can go and see a variety of wolves living inside the preserve.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a waterfront property, Ely Lake is an excellent choice.