Vermilion Segment

Tower to Ely / 27.7 miles

Discover the Minnesota iron north on the Vermilion segment. Cycle or hike among Vermilion boreal forests, where tall pines stretch endlessly to the sky. Fly like an eagle through stunning bedrock cuts that showcase the area’s unique geology, and maybe even catch a glimpse of common Vermilion wildlife: moose, deer, mink, raccoon, porcupines, and bear.

Tower Access Point

Pine Street & Poirier Road
Tower, MN 55790

Park in the lot by the Civic Center and Trail Museum. Access the Mesabi Trail just a half block south.

Ely Access Point

Pioneer Road & Miners Drive East
Ely, MN 55731

Park in the lot off Miners Drive east, look for the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk. Access to the Trail is to the east across Pioneer Rd. You can also access the Trezona City Trail here.

Bois Forte Heritage Center & Cultural Museum Bois Forte Heritage Center & Cultural Museum

1500 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

Take a step back in time to learn about the history of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa! This beautiful museum and gift shop is a must see stop while visiting Fortune Bay Resort Casino. The gift shop carries many crafts and jewelry hand-made by Bois Forte Band Members.

Fortune Bay Casino / Dining Fortune Bay Casino / Dining

1430 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

Our 24/7 casino features the latest in gaming technology to keep you entertained! We have 11 blackjack tables and offer live poker. We also have several dining options, including the Sunset Steakhouse and Gold Mine Grill, that are sure to satisfy everyone’s palate!

Ely Bike & Kicksled (Including Bike Rental) Ely Bike & Kicksled (Including Bike Rental)

125 North Central Avenue
Ely, MN 55731

A FULL service bike shop, offering bike rental & sales (fat tire, mountain, gravel and youth), bike repair, and a full line of accessories & parts. For the winter months, check out our Finnish made Esla kicksleds; rental and sales.

Soudan’s Only Store – Ice Cream & More!

24 Main Street
Soudan, MN 55782

Right on the Mesabi Trail, just minutes away from Lake Vermilion - Soudan Underground Mine State Park, in the historic 1894 Mine Headquarters. Stop by for cones & malts or gas & groceries...and pick up your Mesabi Trail wheel pass!

Fortune Bay Casino / Dining Fortune Bay Casino / Dining

1430 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

Our 24/7 casino features the latest in gaming technology to keep you entertained! We have 11 blackjack tables and offer live poker. We also have several dining options, including the Sunset Steakhouse and Gold Mine Grill, that are sure to satisfy everyone’s palate!

The Pebble Spa Co. – Ely The Pebble Spa Co. – Ely

229 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

The Pebble Spa Company is currently made up of 2 cozy spas in the heart of northern Minnesota. Experience the best of the spa world but with the excellent service of the small town! Offering massages, facial treatments, foot & hand treatments, spa parties, couples treatments, holistic healing and phenomenal clothing and gift boutiques. Visit our spas in both Ely and Virginia!

Tower Farmers Market Tower Farmers Market

400 Pine Street
Tower, MN 55790

Friday 4pm – 6pm; Early June through end of September. At the Train Depot parking lot.

Ely Farmers Market Ely Farmers Market

721 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

Tuesday 5pm – 7pm; Last Tuesday in May to September. At Whiteside Park. “Bringing you locally sourced and organic plants, produce, baked and canned goods from the finest producers, farmers and artisans in the Ely area.”

Fortune Bay Resort / RV Park Fortune Bay Resort / RV Park

1430 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

Our 173 room resort located on Lake Vermilion features a wide variety of room types, including Jacuzzi or fireplace suites. We feature a pool, sauna and whirlpool. The RV Park features 36 sites, including 16 that have full-power hook up capabilities.

Vermilion Park Inn Vermilion Park Inn

30 Center Street
Soudan, MN 55782

A home-style Bed & Breakfast, newly renovated in the historic Old Soudan Miner’s Hospital building. Located adjacent to the Mesabi Trail, within blocks of the Lake Vermilion Soudan Underground Mine State Park, near public access/beach on Lake Vermilion, within 30 miles of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Motel Ely Motel Ely

1047 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

Locally owned & operated, this quaint environmentally conscious motel offers impeccably clean & comfortable rooms. Make a stay in Ely part of your Mesabi Trail adventure – in the heart of the Superior National Forest, main entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Piragis Northwoods Company, Inc.

105 North Central Avenue
Ely, MN 55731

Piragis Northwoods Company and the Boundary Waters Catalog have been supplying canoe paddlers and campers since 1979 with top-quality equipment that you can easily pack and carry. Our goal is to make your canoe trip as enjoyable and easy as possible. We are canoe trip outfitters in Ely, Minnesota. If you can't make it to the store - be sure to shop online!

The Wilderness at Fortune Bay Golf Course The Wilderness at Fortune Bay Golf Course

1450 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

Experience one of Minnesota’s best golf courses! This legendary course continues to garner national awards year after year. Once your round is done, stop in for a beverage or have a great meal at The Wilderness Grill!

Grand Ely Lodge Grand Ely Lodge

400 North Pioneer Road
Ely, MN 55731

Nestled in the heart of a pristine northern wilderness, you’ll find more than delightful accommodations, stellar service and wonderful meals – we’re your gateway to a thousand adventures, including access to the Mesabi Trail and Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Grand Ely Lodge Resort & Event Center is the perfect place for family getaways, weddings and corporate retreats.

Ely – Bloomenson Community Hospital Ely – Bloomenson Community Hospital

328 West Conan Street
Ely, MN 55731

Emergency room.

Eagles Nest Township Access Point

1552 Bear Head State Park Road
Ely, MN 55731

Eagles Nest is 13 miles southwest of Ely off Hwy 169, on the way to Bear Head State Park. Parking is near the Township Hall at the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk.

Spirit of the Wilderness Outfitters

2030 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

Lake View Lodge

2279 Grant McMahan Boulevard
Ely, MN 55731

Fortune Bay Casino / Dining

Our 24/7 casino features the latest in gaming technology to keep you entertained! We have 11 blackjack tables and offer live poker. We also have several dining options, including the Sunset Steakhouse and Gold Mine Grill, that are sure to satisfy everyone’s palate!

1430 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

800-992-7529

Fortune Bay Casino / Dining
The Pebble Spa Co. – Ely

The Pebble Spa Company is currently made up of 2 cozy spas in the heart of northern Minnesota. Experience the best of the spa world but with the excellent service of the small town! Offering massages, facial treatments, foot & hand treatments, spa parties, couples treatments, holistic healing and phenomenal clothing and gift boutiques. Visit our spas in both Ely and Virginia!

229 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-0809

The Pebble Spa Co. – Ely
Ely Farmers Market

Tuesday 5pm – 7pm; Last Tuesday in May to September. At Whiteside Park. “Bringing you locally sourced and organic plants, produce, baked and canned goods from the finest producers, farmers and artisans in the Ely area.”

721 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

Ely Farmers Market
Ely Access Point

Park in the lot off Miners Drive east, look for the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk. Access to the Trail is to the east across Pioneer Rd. You can also access the Trezona City Trail here.

Pioneer Road & Miners Drive East
Ely, MN 55731

Eagles Nest Township Access Point

Eagles Nest is 13 miles southwest of Ely off Hwy 169, on the way to Bear Head State Park. Parking is near the Township Hall at the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk.

1552 Bear Head State Park Road
Ely, MN 55731

Fortune Bay Casino / Dining

Our 24/7 casino features the latest in gaming technology to keep you entertained! We have 11 blackjack tables and offer live poker. We also have several dining options, including the Sunset Steakhouse and Gold Mine Grill, that are sure to satisfy everyone’s palate!

1430 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

800-992-7529

Fortune Bay Casino / Dining
Tower Farmers Market

Friday 4pm – 6pm; Early June through end of September. At the Train Depot parking lot.

400 Pine Street
Tower, MN 55790

Tower Farmers Market
Vermilion Park Inn

A home-style Bed & Breakfast, newly renovated in the historic Old Soudan Miner’s Hospital building. Located adjacent to the Mesabi Trail, within blocks of the Lake Vermilion Soudan Underground Mine State Park, near public access/beach on Lake Vermilion, within 30 miles of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

30 Center Street
Soudan, MN 55782

218-753-2333

Vermilion Park Inn
Fortune Bay Resort / RV Park

Our 173 room resort located on Lake Vermilion features a wide variety of room types, including Jacuzzi or fireplace suites. We feature a pool, sauna and whirlpool. The RV Park features 36 sites, including 16 that have full-power hook up capabilities.

1430 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

800-555-1714

Fortune Bay Resort / RV Park
Bois Forte Heritage Center & Cultural Museum

Take a step back in time to learn about the history of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa! This beautiful museum and gift shop is a must see stop while visiting Fortune Bay Resort Casino. The gift shop carries many crafts and jewelry hand-made by Bois Forte Band Members.

1500 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

218-753-6017

Bois Forte Heritage Center & Cultural Museum
Ely – Bloomenson Community Hospital

Emergency room.

328 West Conan Street
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-3271

Ely – Bloomenson Community Hospital
Ely Bike & Kicksled (Including Bike Rental)

A FULL service bike shop, offering bike rental & sales (fat tire, mountain, gravel and youth), bike repair, and a full line of accessories & parts. For the winter months, check out our Finnish made Esla kicksleds; rental and sales.

125 North Central Avenue
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-2453

Ely Bike & Kicksled (Including Bike Rental)
Grand Ely Lodge

Nestled in the heart of a pristine northern wilderness, you’ll find more than delightful accommodations, stellar service and wonderful meals – we’re your gateway to a thousand adventures, including access to the Mesabi Trail and Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Grand Ely Lodge Resort & Event Center is the perfect place for family getaways, weddings and corporate retreats.

400 North Pioneer Road
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-6565

Grand Ely Lodge
Motel Ely

Locally owned & operated, this quaint environmentally conscious motel offers impeccably clean & comfortable rooms. Make a stay in Ely part of your Mesabi Trail adventure – in the heart of the Superior National Forest, main entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

1047 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-3237

Motel Ely
Tower Access Point

Park in the lot by the Civic Center and Trail Museum. Access the Mesabi Trail just a half block south.

Pine Street & Poirier Road
Tower, MN 55790

The Wilderness at Fortune Bay Golf Course

Experience one of Minnesota’s best golf courses! This legendary course continues to garner national awards year after year. Once your round is done, stop in for a beverage or have a great meal at The Wilderness Grill!

1450 Bois Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790

218-753-8917

The Wilderness at Fortune Bay Golf Course
Soudan’s Only Store – Ice Cream & More!

24 Main Street
Soudan, MN 55782

218-753-2205

Piragis Northwoods Company, Inc.

105 North Central Avenue
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-6745 or 800-223-6565

Spirit of the Wilderness Outfitters

2030 East Sheridan Street
Ely, MN 55731

2183653149

Lake View Lodge

2279 Grant McMahan Boulevard
Ely, MN 55731

218-365-8400

Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund

The Mesabi Trail has been funded in part by the LCCMR and the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund.