The City of Ely, IA
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The city of Ely is located in the state of Iowa in Linn County and has a population of 1,618 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Ely is Cedar Rapids, approximately 13 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Ely, including Anja's Chinese House, Lighthouse Inn, Mac's Triangle Restaurant, Nancy's Bar & Grill and Odie's Bar & Grill. For a larger selection of Ely restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Ely Golf Courses, Museums and/or Arenas, including the Brucemore, U.S. Cellular Center, Jones Park Golf Course, Airport National Public Golf Complex and Lake MacBride Golf Course. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Ely please click on the Attractions tab above. The following airport is located in or near Ely:
- Cedar Rapids Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
Ely, Iowa Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Ely
In the month of December, Ely experiences an average high temperature of 33 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 17 degrees with an average rainfall of 1.48 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Ely with daytime temperatures averaging 81 degrees in the summer, and 32 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Ely to receive an average of 1.24 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 4.33 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 110 degrees in the summer and as low as -28 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Ely should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 62 degrees, and nighttime lows of 41.
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Ely, Iowa Attractions
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Frontier Organic Research Farm Botanical Garden - Norway, The Frontier Organic Research Farm Botanical Garden 1 acre is a botanical garden operated by the Frontier Co-op corporation, and located with the research farm at company headquarters in Norway, Iowa, in the US.
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Herbert Hoover National Historic Site - West Branch, The Herbert Hoover National Historic Site buildings and grounds in West Branch, Iowa, are preserved by the National Park Service to commemorate the life of the 31st President of the United States. The site is also known as Herbert Hoover Birthplace. It includes the small cottage where Herbert Hoover was born in 1874, a blacksmith shop similar to the one owned by his father, the first West Branch schoolhouse, and the Quaker meetinghouse where the Hoover family worshipped.
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Hi Point Golf Course - , City, The Hi Point Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Johnson County Iowa. Built in 1964, this Iowa City course is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 319-351-9434. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 3533 Taft Ave SE, Iowa City, IA 52240
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Hunters Ridge Golf Course - Marion, The Hunters Ridge Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Linn County Iowa. Built in 1997, this Marion course designed by Bob Lohmann is open apr 1 to oct 31. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 319-377-3500. The golf course dress code is as follows: Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim ok.
Address: 2901 Hunters Ridge Rd, Marion, IA 52302
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Jones Park Golf Course - Cedar Rapids, The Jones Park Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Linn County Iowa. Built in 1959, this Cedar Rapids course designed by Lohmann Designs is open mar 1 to nov 22. Tee times are accepted up to 10 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 319-286-5581. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 2901 Fruitland Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Lake MacBride Golf Course - Solon, The Lake MacBride Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in Johnson County Iowa. Built in 1972, this Solon course is open mar 1 to dec 1. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 319-644-2500. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 3891 Pro Rd NE, Solon, IA 52333
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Lenox College - Hopkinton, Lenox College was a college in Hopkinton, Iowa that operated from 1859 until its closure in 1944. The institution was initially known as Bowen Collegiate Institute. The name was changed to Lenox Collegiate Institute in October 1864 and to Lenox College in 1884.
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Meadowview Country Club - Central City, The Meadowview Country Club is a 9 hole public golf course in Linn County Iowa. Built in 1970, this Central City course is open apr 1 to oct 31. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 319-438-1063. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1500 E Maple St, Central City, IA 52214
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Muscatine Arboretum - Muscatine, The Muscatine Arboretum is an arboretum in Muscatine, Iowa, adjacent to the Muscatine Environmental Learning Center at 3300 Cedar Street. Access is through the Learning Center or from Houser Street via Harmony Lane.
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Muscatine Municipal Golf Course - Muscatine, The Muscatine Municipal Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Muscatine County Iowa. Built in 1968, this Muscatine course designed by Gordy Cunninham is open mar 15 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 319-263-4735. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1820 Hwy 38 N, Muscatine, IA 52761
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Ely, Iowa Hotels
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Interstate 380 At 33rd Avenue3320 Southgate Court Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Ely, Iowa Restaurants
This is a list of Ely Steak & Seafood Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Bar & Grill Restaurants, Chinese Restaurants and Pizza Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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Ely Articles
Published January 19, 2011
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