YBC - Farm Lake

At Timber Trail Lodge on the White Iron Chain
629 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731 | 218-365-4879

Welcome to YBC – Farm Lake! Located on the White Iron Chain in Ely, MN, at Timber Trail Lodge, Farm Lake is the perfect northern getaway!

White Iron Lake is a large, moderately-deep lake located within the Superior National Forest and is five miles east of Ely, Minnesota. The chain includes Farm Lake, Garden Lake, White Iron Lake and South Farm Lake.

  • Check-In: Pull into the driveway, left side is the resort/lodge, check in here inside. Will then need to drive down to marina.

    Parking: Parking available on side at the lodge near the boat launch.

  • Popular fishing includes: Walleye, Yellow Perch, Cisco, Lake Whitefish, and Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Smallmouth Bass

    Bait: Arrow Head Outdoors – 1810 E Sheridan St. Ely, MN 55731 10-minute drive.

    For more on Minnesota fishing regulations, you can visit the MN DNR link here.

  • DINING + DRINKS

    Insula Restaurant
    SIR G’s
    Britton’s Café Inc
    Gator’s Grilled Cheese Emporium

    LODGING

    Timber Trail Lodge
    Fortune Bay Casino

    OTHER ACTIVITIES

    Looking to explore the water in other ways? No problem! Boundary Waters Outfitters and North Country Canoe are both nearly, offering canoe and kayak rentals for your leisure.

  • Tubing: Allowed for members only.

    *    Members must provide their own tube & rope.

    Water rentals for lodge guests only: Paddle boards, kayaks & canoes (call lodge to book).

    For winter activities: check online at Timber Trail website.

  • Ice: Ice for sale at the lodge.

    Gas: Gas is available to the public.

    Rental and member boat reservations will come with a full tank of gas. This is separate from the boat rental cost and you will be charged for the fuel you use on your trip upon your return.

  • Side x Side Rentals - Members get 50% off!
    Snowmobile Rentals - Members get 50% off!

  • Boating rules & regulations vary per state. Click here to find out more about rules & regs in your state.

Daily and Multi-Day Boat Rentals on Farm Lake

If you are only looking to go boating once or twice a year, the daily rental option may be the best for fit you. Our daily rental fleet is completely separate from our Member’s Only Club Boats. Rates vary by lake, boat type, and date.

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Annual Boating Memberships

Enjoy boating without the hassles of boat ownership

If you’re looking for the best way to enjoy the water without any of the hassles or high costs of boat ownership, then an Unlimited Boating Club Membership with Your Boat Club is right for you!

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Farm Lake Partners

  • Timber Trail Lodge

    MEMBERS GET 10% OFF LODGING!

    Exclusions may apply, contact Timber Trail Lodge for more information.

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  • Polaris Adventures

    MEMBERS GET 50% OFF SNOWMOBILE AND UTV/SIDE X SIDE RENTALS!

    Exclusions may apply, contact Clean Lakes MN for more information.

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  • Surly Brewing Co.

    MEMBERS GET 20% OFF SURLY'S RETAIL STORE!

    Exclusions may apply, contact Surly Brewing for more information.

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“We love the Boat Club.”

— Deb J., 2 Year Member