Big Lake - Slim Lake

Saint Louis County, Minnesota

Big Lake is in Slim Lake, Minnesota, under 25 miles from Ely. For a big-city trip, Duluth is under 140 miles away.

The Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital is 23 miles away, and the Range Regional Airport is under 105 miles away. For international travel, the Duluth International Airport is under 135 miles away.

Groceries and snacks can be found 45 minutes away at Zup’s Food Market. Locals recommend restaurants such as Evergreen Restaurant, The Chocolate Moose, Sir G’s, and Gator’s Grilled Cheese Emporium.

Endless Opportunities

At 808 acres, residents will be hard-pressed to run out of things to do on Big Lake.

Popular choices are boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and taking in the views. A public access point is on the northern tip of the water.

Anglers can find black crappie, bluegill, burbot, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow perch, white sucker, common shiner, and golden shiner.

Explore Ely

Those looking for fun off the water can discover everything Ely has to offer.

One popular attraction is Kawishiwi Falls Trail, where visitors can hike through the woods and relax in nature.

Another popular attraction is the International Wolf Center, where visitors can go and see a variety of wolves living inside the preserve.

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway while still offering beautiful, natural scenery.

For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular ones and features a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state.

Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way.

When visitors head back to the city and are looking for a place to eat, there's something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a waterfront property, Big Lake is an excellent choice.