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Ely – Pioneer Mine Shaft House loop from LadyBug Lodge

Ely – Pioneer Mine Shaft House loop from LadyBug Lodge

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Ely – Pioneer Mine Shaft House loop from LadyBug Lodge

01:01

23.5km

130m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: June 3, 2026

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10.7 km

Ely

Highlight • Settlement

Ely is a key gateway town and a meeting point for several trails, including the Mesabi Trail, the NCT, and the Kekekabic Trail. It’s a convenient stop before or after heading into the Boundary Waters Wilderness. Stock up on trail gear or food, enjoy a meal at Insula or the Boat House Brewpub, and stretch your legs on the Trezona Trail around Miners Lake. If you have time, make the short trip to Kawishiwi Falls—it’s well worth it for the beautiful views and a welcome break from the long trail miles.

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Pioneer Mine Shaft House

Highlight • Historical Site

The Pioneer Mine Shaft House is a part of the Ely Arts & Heritage Center, sitting directly across from the Grand Ely Lodge. This historic site gives visitors a look into Ely's mining history with exhibits of artifacts and photographs from the underground mine, which operated from 1889 until it closed its doors in 1967. The Shaft House is open to visitors from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with hours on Tuesdays from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and Fridays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Tours are led by guides, many of whom are former miners or have family ties to the mining community.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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17.7 km

5.28 km

233 m

200 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

4.63 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 4 July

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