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Surrounded by the mountains of the Vermilion Iron Range, Ely is a historic mining town that now serves primarily as the entry point for the spectacular Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. This million-acre wilderness area encompasses some of the most beautiful terrain in America, and it offers a plethora of activities to choose from, including canoeing, fishing, and wildlife watching.
If you'd rather stay closer to town, you can learn about the area's wildlife at the North American Bear Center, get up close and personal with wolves at the International Wolf Center, or visit the Dorothy Molter Museum in Ely .
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