Farm Lake marina

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

Pier 1 explorer - recommended best value

Our most popular Membership! Enjoy 7 days a week boating including holidays.

We carefully limit our Memberships to ensure the best boating experience, with a strict Member-to-boat ratio to even the playing field for boat availability. That is why there is limited availability on our Explorer Memberships. Call now to find out the fastest way to join!

Farm Lake marina

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

Logo for Timber Trail Lodge & Resort in Ely, Minnesota, featuring stylized trees and text.

AMENITIES

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Memberships

    Rentals

    Gas

    Ice

    Retail

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

  • You don’t have to be a Member to enjoy the perks - we offer daily and multi-day boat rentals! Simply click here to view boats, pricing, and availability.

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 out our Fleet Sheet!

A white and black motorboat with four people on board traveling on a body of water in bright sunlight.
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Explorer Membership

Our most popular Membership! Enjoy 7 days a week boating including holidays.

  • Pier 1 - Available

    Pier 2 - Available

    Pier 3 - Available

    Pier 4 - Not Available

    Availability fluctuates - call to verify availability and secure your Membership or join the waitlist!

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Executive Membership

For those with weekend plans, this gives Monday-Thursday AM+ PM boating (no holidays).

  • Pier 1 - Limited

    Pier 2 - Limited

    Pier 3 - Limited

    Pier 4 - Not Available

    Availability fluctuates - call to verify availability and secure your Membership or join the waitlist!

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Early Bird Membership

Avoid the crowds and beat the heat: Monday-Thursday AM boating (no holidays).

  • Pier 1 - 1 Available

    Pier 2 - 2 Available

    Pier 3 - 3 Available

    Pier 4 - Not Available

    Availability fluctuates - call to verify availability and secure your Membership or join the waitlist!

THINGS TO DO AND SEE

dining

After a day on the water, head into the town of Ely for a delightful meal. Treat yourself to a mouth-watering grilled cheese or a perfectly seasoned steak. Ely offers a diverse array of restaurants, from Thai to classic American cuisine, there’s something to satisfy every craving.

shopping

Ely is home to a charming shopping district, with an abundance of local boutiques and souvenir shops. From homemade goods to bait & tackle shops to hardware stores, Ely business owners are ready to meet your needs.

swimming

Relax at a pristine beach just steps from the docks. Take a refreshing dip, get a suntan, or simply unwind with a good book in hand.

fishing

The Chain of Lakes is famous for its abundant walleye, crappie, bass, northern pike, and other fish species. Anglers can catch walleye measuring up to 32 inches and northern pike growing as long as 43 inches. Head to Arrow Head Outdoors to pick up bait.

sightseeing

Ely boasts an abundance of creativity and talent, offering a variety of engaging exhibits and performances by artists and musicians. Discover essential attractions such as museums, animal centers, and other highlights.

become a partner

Want to feature your business on this page or join our unique Member Benefits partner group? Reach out directly here!

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629 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN 55731

Hours
Open daily 8am-dusk

Phone
218-365-4879

  • A boat speeds across a lake with a forested shoreline in the background.

    Annual Unlimited Boating Memberships

    Make boating a regular part of your life!

  • A man relaxing on a boat, lying down with a straw hat, near a lake or river.

    Daily & Multi-Day Rentals

    Easy online booking with our Reservation System.

  • A row of six boats on trailers parked in a lot with yellow parking lines and green trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

    Boat Sales

    Shop our meticulously maintained used boat fleet.

Farm Lake Partners

  • Logo of Timber Trail Lodge Resort & Outfitters in Ely, Minnesota

    Timber Trail Lodge

    MEMBERS GET 10% OFF LODGING!

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

  • Logo for Polaris Adventures featuring a stylized mountain range with the words Polaris Adventures beneath it.

    Polaris Adventures

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

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

  • Black hexagonal logo with a stylized white 'S' and the words 'Surly Brewing Co' and 'Twin Cities, MN' surrounding it.

    Surly Brewing Co.

    MEMBERS GET 20% OFF SURLY'S RETAIL STORE!

    Exclusions may apply, contact Surly Brewing for more information.