Duluth surprises and delights visitors! One thing guests often don’t know is that our city on Lake Superior is home to 162 parks. A place to take in the beautiful views from on high is Enger Tower on the West End, on a site once called Grand Mountain. Of these parks in Duluth, you’ll find pristine waterways, lush forests, waterfalls, urban gardens, and so much more nature without leaving city lines.
Enger Tower Park and the adjacent golf course sit on land donated by Bert Enger, a furniture dealer. The Enger Tower was constructed in 1939 in his honor and is one of the best places in Duluth to get a stunning view of Lake Superior, Canal Park, and the historic Aerial Lift Bridge. The park also offers visitors nature trails and features an American-Japanese Peace Bell, a gift from Duluth’s sister city of Ohara-Isumi, and is a popular location for weddings and photo shoots.
Join us in the beauty of the Zenith City, overlooking the majestic Lake Superior and nestled in the wilderness of Minnesota. Whether you’re looking for a quick weekend getaway to reset or a long leisurely trip to fully unwind, our Duluth Bed and Breakfast is the ideal destination. You’ll also be in the perfect spot to head out and enjoy the best parks in Duluth! Our five guest rooms all offer a welcome reprieve after a day of hiking, exploring, and dining. Book your room today!
Enger Tower & More Parks in Duluth near our Bed and Breakfast
The city parks in Duluth range from expansive waterfront areas to intimate neighborhood green spaces. These parks are meticulously designed and well-maintained to create beautiful outdoor areas for locals and visitors alike to enjoy. These public spaces, like Enger Tower, are not just swathes of green to break up the urban sprawl; they are vibrant community hubs for outdoor adventures that reflect Duluth’s commitment to environmental stewardship and recreational accessibility.
Here are the best city parks in Duluth to explore during your visit:
- Enger Tower Park: Perched atop a hill, Enger Tower offers panoramic views of Duluth, the harbor, and the endless horizon of Lake Superior. The park is renowned for its beautifully manicured gardens, the majestic Enger Tower, and the peace bell, symbolizing Duluth’s sister city’s relationship with Ohara-Isumi City, Japan.
- Leif Erikson Park & Rose Garden: Set on the lakefront, this city park’s biggest draw is the rose garden, which has over 3,000 rose bushes and other flowers. The adjacent Lakewalk offers miles of scenic walking and biking paths along the lakefront, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.
- Canal Park: Perhaps the most popular park in Duluth, Canal Park is a community gathering space for exercise, relaxation, and celebration. In addition to the lake walk along the shores, there are shopping, dining, and recreation options—you could easily spend an entire day here, and it’s within walking distance from our bed and breakfast in Duluth.
- Hartley Nature Center: For those who seek to delve deeper into the wilderness, Hartley Nature Center and Park offers over 600 acres of forest, meadow, and wetland habitats. The center provides educational programs and activities to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of nature. There are about 10 miles of hiking trails right in the city center!
- Park Point Recreation Area: Just down the street from our bed and breakfast in Duluth, Park Point is located at the end of Minnesota Avenue and is a popular summer destination for swimming and recreation. This beach was also recently voted as one of the best in the country by Travel + Leisure magazine.
- Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve: This nature reserve is open year-round to the public for study and enjoyment. With over four miles of hiking trails, you can explore geology, flora, and wildlife. If you’re visiting Duluth in the spring, this is a must for birding enthusiasts, as the migration begins in April.
- Lester Park: This city park sits on the east end of Duluth and features more than nine miles of hiking and mountain biking trails between Amity Creek and Lester River.
One of the Best Places to Stay in Duluth
Many of our guests come to our Duluth to explore the outdoors, and Enger Tower Park is a fantastic place to start! First, you’ll need to book your lodging, and our bed and breakfast is perfectly suited for intimate retreats for two. We have five private guest rooms, each with classic and comfortable amenities, cozy seating nooks complete with fireplaces, and stunning views of the lake and St. Louis Bay or our award-winning garden grounds.
All of our rooms have bright and inviting en suite bathrooms. Some feature a Thermomasseur tub with air jets, perfect for a relaxing hydro-massage or an oversized walk-in shower. Once you have indulged in a steamy shower or a soothing soak with our Aveda shampoos, soaps, bath salts, and lotions, you can wrap yourself in one of our fluffy robes. We take pride in our housekeeping and attention to detail, which is especially important in every nook and cranny of our guest rooms.
Every morning, we offer a delightful three-course breakfast in our dining area. In case of good weather, we also serve breakfast in our backyard. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a hearty meal before starting your day exploring the parks in Duluth. We have seen many guests forming new friendships during breakfast. We use local and organic ingredients whenever possible in our tried-and-true recipes. We can’t wait to host you at our bed and breakfast in Duluth; book your room today!
