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PO Box 328
Ely, MN 55731

800-777-4406
218-827-2501

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Northern Lights Lodge & Resort

Dog Sled Rides
An Ely Winter Festival Event

Join us on Sunday, February 7th or 14th as Northern Lights Lodge celebrates winter as a part of Ely's Annual Winter Festival. Experience for yourself why Ely is known as the Sled Dog Capital of the World.

join Bill Slaughter and his sled dog teams
for a one plus mile ride along the shore of Bear Island Lake

watch the dogs pull
from our lakeside winter bonfire

enjoy complimentary hot coco, tea or coffee,
cookies and fresh popcorn before or after your ride
in front of the Lodge hearth

complimentary entertainment in the Lodge

learn about Ely's mushing history
and see why these beautiful dogs are born to pull


The dogs will run 10am to 3:15pm each day
with a departure approximately every 15 minutes.

A Credit Card is Required To Guarantee Your Reservation.
Ride Fee is $25/Rider.

Bring a donation for the local food shelf and save $1.00

Call Today for Reservations: 218-827-2501
or Make a Secure Online Reservation


This has been a "sold out" event each year and we do not recommend waiting until the event weekend or drop ins.

Tips for an Enjoyable Winter Festival Experience:

  • dress warm (good boots, mittens/hat are essential)
  • bring your camera and extra batteries!

Experience the Entire Winter Festival Event
click above for details

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Owned and Operated By:
Gary and Marie Vogt since 2001
PO Box 328 - Ely MN 55731

Celebrating our "10th" in 2010!

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