Location: Duluth
Top Things to do in Duluth
What to do and see in Duluth, Minnesota (MN): The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
Perfectly positioned at the westernmost tip of sparkling blue Lake Superior, Duluth offers visitors a true escape from the stresses of everyday life and an opportunity to enjoy nature. You can opt for a more leisurely pace: spending time at one of the city's 23 beautiful parks, taking an unhurried drive along the scenic North Shore, bird watching at Hawk Ridge, skipping stones on the Lake with the kids. Or go for a more structured itinerary: the aquarium in the morning, lunch at a sumptuous restaurant on the waterfront plus a tour of the famous Sculpture Walk, then a visit to the historic Railroad Depot in the afternoon. Either way, you are sure to leave Duluth feeling relaxed and refreshed.
Restaurants in Duluth
1. Park Point Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By 886kendrah - San Diego, United States
I love driving down the point and hiking around the beach here. It gives you a different perspective of the lake, and has great areas for families to hang out and have a beach day.
2. Congdon Park
3. Willard Munger State Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By NJS27 - Las Vegas, United States
Being born and raised I have biked this trail to/from Esko & Carlton to/from Duluth quite a few times. Very pretty, awesome nature and great way to get exercise.
4. Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve is well known as an amazing place to witness the fall bird migration. It is one of the top hawkwatches in the country in terms of numbers of birds counted and banded, as well as the diversity of species. From September 1 - October 31, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory staff and volunteers provide public education outdoors about the bird migration and research to visitors of all ages. A merchandise trailer and portable toilets are available, but there is no building. Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory is a non-profit organization and truly appreciates the support of members and donors. More information about Hawk Ridge and planning your visit can be found at hawkridge.org.
Reviewed By toddp226 - Mosinee, United States
Great place to take photos of the bird migration including many bird of prey species. Great vantage point of Lake Superior.
5. Western Waterfront Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
