This Beautiful Boardwalk Trail In Minnesota Is The Most Unique Hike Around

Minnesota may not be a coastal state, but we do have the next best thing to the ocean: Lake Superior. The North Shore offers many ways to enjoy its beauty, from boat rides to scenic drives to hikes. Next time you’re up north, get a tiny taste of the seaside by taking a hike along Duluth’s beautiful boardwalk trail. It passes alongside the rushing waves of Lake Superior to offer a wonderful taste of Minnesota’s Twin Port. Take a look:

The Duluth Lake Walk is a 7.2-mile trail along some of Minnesota’s most beautiful scenery.

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This popular trail has two endpoints. It starts at Canal Park and ends at 26th Avenue East and London Road.

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Because it starts in Canal Park, the Duluth Lake Walk will give you great views of the Aerial Lift Bridge. You can even follow the trail to walk under it.

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You’ll also see the lighthouse that has guided boats into the harbor for years.

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The boardwalk crosses a sandy beach riddled with Lake Superior stones. If you’re lucky, you might even find an agate! But even if you don’t, this beautiful sight is well worth the walk.

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The view of Duluth is also very beautiful. The sight of all the buildings lining the hill is absolutely spectacular, especially with the water sparkling below.

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You’ll also pass along areas that are a little more quiet. It’s the perfect way to feel like you’re far from the city without venturing too far away.

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You might even see some unusual sights, like Uncle Harvey’s Mausoleum, a sunken building that has been in the harbor since the early 20th century.

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This boardwalk hike is a beautiful way to see Duluth and take in some of the best sights the North Shore has to offer. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the day. Don’t forget to slow down and enjoy a Lake Superior sunset while you’re at it.

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Have you hiked the Duluth Lake Walk? How was it? Do you know of any other boardwalk hikes in Minnesota? Let us know in the comments below!

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