Ely Lake Loop Trail

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Features Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · Spring · Swimming · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

The trail around Ely Lake is approximately one mile in length with occasional views of the lake at various pointsalong the entire loop. There is a possibility of logs over the trail, but you should have no problem hopping over them or moving them out of the way.

The trails around Ely Lake Campground are open year round. In the shoulder seasons, especially the spring, the trails can get damp and even muddy in places.

There is a campground, restrooms, a picnic area, and even a swimming spot in the lake.

Bobolink, Canada Geese, Cottontail Rabbit, Eastern Wild Turkey, Karner Blue Butterfly, Mallard, Ruffed Grouse, Ring-necked Pheasant, White-tailed Deer, and Wood Duck are species in the area.