“You only get one sunrise and one sunset a day, and you only get so many days on the planet. A good photographer does the math and doesn’t waste either.” ―Galen Rowell

Burntside Lake SunsetBurnstside Lake, Ely, Minnesota

Burntside Lake perfectly represents the beauty of the Northwoods region of Minnesota. Located adjacent to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area near Ely, Minnesota, the lake spans over 12 miles and is dotted with over 125 islands such as Lost Girl, Honeymoon, Blueberry, Snake, Moccasin and Beach Islands. The shoreline is dotted with beautiful lake homes as well as the famous and historic Burntside Lodge. The lake makes for a perfect place to hear the call of the loon, revel in beautiful sunsets or take the boat out for the day for some fishing, swimming or on-the-water picnicking.