Deer Ridge Resort

Deer Ridge Resort is a year-round place for families to explore the unbounded Minnesota wilderness. Right from the resort you can walk to the gorgeous Kawishiwi Waterfalls, or stroll down the onsite interpretive nature trail; in winter, this area on the four-lake White Iron chain transforms into a world of skiing, snowmobiling and dogsledding. You don’t even have to leave Deer Ridge for family fun: right onsite are game courts, a playground and available float plane rides from the dock! Of course, the fishing here is always spectacular - there’s a lake for every kind of fish you’re angling for. And 10 luxury lakeview log cabins surround a lodge for a true year-round family resort experience.

Family

If you’re expecting a wilderness camp for “roughing it,” let Deer Ridge Resort put you and your family at ease. Instead, you’ll find luxury log cabins, docks and decks; a playground, Frisbee golf and more will entertain all ages. That’s just onsite - Ely shopping and attractions are nearby!

Fishing

Deer Ridge Resort offers over 2,500 feet of shoreline on Garden Lake, teeming with smallmouth and crappie. Yet this is just the beginning of a fertile four-lake chain. You’ll find northern, walleye and more; attend a weekly fishing seminar, and let the resort help plan your ideal fishing adventure.

Lake

Starting at Deer Ridge and the 67-acre Garden Lake and continuing through Farm Lake, White Iron Lake and South Farm Lake - inside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, and one of a few open for motorized watercraft - these waters are perfect for your favorite motorized or non-motorized water sports.

Nature

Nature is a big part of your experience at Deer Ridge. There’s an interpretive nature trail on the property’s 35 acres, and the serene Kawishiwi Waterfalls are nearby. And just at the other end of the lake chain is 10,000 square miles of untouched wilderness in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

Vacation Rental

For the ultimate lakefront getaway, try Bucks cabin at Deer Ridge Resort, a three-bedroom lakefront home with large living room and a spacious kitchen with all new appliances. Bucks cabin is available weekly or nightly, with plenty of space for up to six!

Cabins And Cottages

Suitable for family vacations year round, the ten new, two- and three-bedroom cabins at Deer Ridge Resort are luxurious and spacious with all the amenities of home. Each one features its own serene view of the lake and is fully furnished with charming knotty pine furniture.

Lodges

At the center of Deer Ridge Resort you’ll find the lodge, complete with its own store for snacks and beverages; it’s your source for bait and tackle on that successful fishing excursion and completes a true resort-style experience in beautiful Ely.

Activities

Amenities

Reunions

With ten luxury log cabins and onsite facilities for horseshoes, badminton, Frisbee golf and more, Deer Ridge Resort is perfect for your family reunion. Inquire now!

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