Minneapolis-St Paul City Guide - excursions

Duluth
Situated on the westernmost end of Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, Duluth's international harbour is filled with ships and the city bustles with sailors and the arrival of new wares. Although miles from either coast, Lake Superior is connected to the Atlantic Ocean via the St Lawrence Seaway. The authentically restored waterfront can be explored along the Lakewalk Trail, or the scenic Skyline Parkway drive above the lakeshore on the bluffs, which affords magnificent views of the city and harbour. The spectacular Scenic Hwy-61 (North Shore Scenic Drive) follows the shore of Lake Superior for 150 miles (240km) from Duluth to the Canadian border, its precipitous cliffs interspersed with pretty little harbour towns, charming shops and restaurants, waterfalls and beautiful lake-view picnic sites. There are several state parks and hiking trails along the way, including the long distance Superior Hiking Trail, and the unspoilt beauty of Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness that draws canoeists from around the world to its pristine lakes and streams.