The Hotaling family has owned and operated Wilderness Bay Lodge with care and pride since 1971. Their constant goal has been to provide excellent accommodations and service for their individual guests.

For additional information or reservations contact Lee or Sue at:

Wilderness Bay Lodge
P.O. Box 127
Ely, MN 55731

Or call us at:
218-365-4311

Or e-mail us here

When contacting us for a reservation, please include the following information: Date requested, cabin preference, number of people in group( bed space), boat & motor or canoe needs. Alternative dates and cabin preferences are also helpful.

 A $500 deposit per cabin per week is required for all advance reservations. We accept personal checks, Visa and Master cards. Our week begins Saturday afternoon after 3:00 p.m. and ends Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements for an early arrival or a late departure must be made in advance.