Editing Duluth, Minnesota (section)

==Parks and recreation==
[[File:Lake freighter Algoma Quebecois - Duluth, Minnesota, USA - 11 July 2012 - (2).jpg|thumb|left|Lake freighter ''[[Algoma Quebecois]]'' exiting the Duluth harbor]]

Duluth has numerous parks,<ref>{{Cite web |title=Parks & Recreation : City of Duluth, MN |url=http://www.duluthmn.gov/parks/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120703013207/http://www.duluthmn.gov/parks/ |archive-date=July 3, 2012 |access-date=June 26, 2012}}</ref> including six parks on Lake Superior: Leif Erikson Park, which includes a lakeside rose garden; Brighton Beach Park; Canal Park on Park Point; the Lakewalk (connecting Canal Park and Leif Erikson Park via the lakeshore); and Lafayette Park on Park Point. The Park Point Recreation Area near the end of Park Point has a community center, numerous pavilions, a swimming beach, sand volleyball court, picnic tables and grills, and a boat launch. Park Point Pine Forest, at the tip of Park Point, is popular for bird-watching in the spring and fall when shorebirds use the area as a resting point during their migration.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Scientific and Natural Area sites: Minnesota DNR |url=http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/snas/detail.html?id=sna02000 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140106041011/http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/snas/detail.html?id=sna02000 |archive-date=January 6, 2014 |access-date=January 5, 2014}}</ref> A shipping schedule of ships entering the harbor is available, as well as five live cams including a cam of the canal, the lift bridge, and the beach.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Duluth Ship Schedule |url=https://canalpark.com/duluth-ship-schedule/ |access-date=February 8, 2022 |website=Canal Park}}</ref>
[[File:LesterRiver Duluth.jpg|thumb|[[Lester River]], one of 28 rivers and streams that run through Duluth]]

Other parks include historic Lester Park, one of Duluth's most popular parks. Just upstream from where Amity Creek joins the Lester River, a large, deep pool has formed that attracts cliff diving.<ref>{{Cite web |date=April 18, 2017 |title=Lester Park |url=http://zenithcity.com/archive/parks-landmarks/lester-park/2/ |access-date=February 5, 2022 |website=Zenith City Online}}</ref> Amity Creek is the site of The Seven Bridges Road, a four-mile section of Skyline Parkway where it follows Amity Creek from the top of the bluffs down to Lake Superior. The 400-foot drop has resulted in a long cascade of waterfalls.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Seven Bridges Road |url=https://www.johnweeks.com/miscbridges/pages/br7.html#:~:text=The%20Seven%20Bridges%20Road%20is%20a%20four%20mile,top%20of%20the%20bluffs%20down%20to%20Lake%20Superior. |access-date=February 5, 2022 |website=John A. Weeks III |archive-date=February 5, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220205171303/https://www.johnweeks.com/miscbridges/pages/br7.html#:~:text=The%20Seven%20Bridges%20Road%20is%20a%20four%20mile,top%20of%20the%20bluffs%20down%20to%20Lake%20Superior. |url-status=dead }}</ref>

Duluth's other parks include Congdon Park, Hartley Park, Chester Park, Bayfront Festival Park, Cascade Park, Enger Park, Lincoln Park, Brewer Park, Fairmount Park, Indian Point Park, Magney–Snively Park, and Fond du Lac Park, as well as some small neighborhood parks and athletic fields. Lester Park, Congdon Park, Hartley Park, and Chester Park have trail systems, and three of these parks—all but Hartley—also have waterfalls, as does Lincoln Park. Hartley Park also has a nature center. Lester Park and Enger Park have public golf courses. Fairmount Park has the Lake Superior Zoo. [[Jay Cooke State Park]] is a [[List of Minnesota state parks|Minnesota state park]] about {{convert|10|mi|spell=in}} southwest of Duluth. The park is along the [[Saint Louis River (Lake Superior tributary)|Saint Louis River]] and is one of Minnesota's 10 most visited state parks.

===Leif Erikson Park===
[[File:North Shore Scenic Drive - Ship Over Rose Garden - NARA - 7720685.jpg|thumb|upright|Duluth Rose Garden in Leif Erikson Park, c. 1995–2000, with [[lake freighter]] passing in background]]
For many years, the ''[[Leif Erikson (ship)|Leif Erikson]]'', a [[Viking ship]] that was built in Norway by local boat builders to replicate the type of ship sailed by [[Leif Erikson]] who arrived in North America around 997 A.D. was on display in the Leif Erikson park.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Origin |url=http://www.leiferiksonvikingship.com/origin.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140629063735/http://www.leiferiksonvikingship.com/origin.htm |archive-date=June 29, 2014 |access-date=November 26, 2012}}</ref> The vessel is {{convert|42|ft|m}} long, has a {{convert|12|ft|9|in|m|0|adj=on}} beam and draws {{convert|4|ft|m}} of water. The Dragon's Head and Tail are considered by architects to be masterpieces. The ship was invited to Duluth by Norwegian-American immigrant and businessman H.H. Borgen. When the crew landed in Duluth on June 23, 1927, they had traveled a distance of {{convert|6700|mi|km}}, the greatest distance for a ship of its size in modern history. Hundreds of people lined the dock to greet the ship as it sailed into the Duluth harbor.

Duluthian Emil Olson purchased the ship soon after the voyage and donated the ''Leif Erikson'' to the City of Duluth. The ship was placed on display in Duluth's Lake Park, which was later named Leif Erikson Park.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Information |url=http://www.leiferiksonvikingship.com/information.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130916114502/http://leiferiksonvikingship.com/information.htm |archive-date=September 16, 2013 |access-date=November 26, 2012}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=September 8, 2018 |title=Lake Shore Park Gets a New Name |url=http://zenithcity.com/thisday/september-8-1929-lake-shore-park-gets-a-new-name/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200126000649/http://zenithcity.com/thisday/september-8-1929-lake-shore-park-gets-a-new-name/ |archive-date=January 26, 2020 |access-date=January 25, 2020 |website=Zenith City Press}}</ref>

The ''Leif Erikson'' steadily deteriorated after years of neglect and vandalism. By 1980, it was in such poor condition that it was even considered that the ship be burned in the traditional Viking manner of putting a ship to rest. This suggestion inspired Emil Olson's grandson, Will Borg, to bring volunteers together and begin fundraising efforts to restore the ship. Through donations, festivals, and other endeavors, the group raised $100,000. Boatbuilders began the restoration in 1991.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Restoration |url=http://www.leiferiksonvikingship.com/restoration.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130916112123/http://leiferiksonvikingship.com/restoration.htm |archive-date=September 16, 2013 |access-date=November 26, 2012}}</ref> Restoration went slowly with starts and stops due to lack of funding. In 2015, it was announced that restoration had been completed and plans were in place to build a glass structure to house the ship, but as of 2022, the ship remains in storage.<ref name="KBJR News 1">{{Cite web |date=March 23, 2015 |title=Leif Erickson Viking replica set to be on public display |url=http://www.northlandsnewscenter.com/news/local/Leif-Erickson-Viking-Ship-Could-Make-Comeback-297332981.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150705085921/http://www.northlandsnewscenter.com/news/local/Leif-Erickson-Viking-Ship-Could-Make-Comeback-297332981.html |archive-date=July 5, 2015 |access-date=June 7, 2015 |publisher=Mediacom |df=mdy-all}}</ref>

Located within Leif Erikson Park and overlooking Lake Superior, the Duluth Rose Garden is a formal English style garden with more than 3,000 rose bushes and 12,000 non-rose plantings, including day lilies, evergreen shrubs, mixed perennials, and an herb garden. The rose varieties are labeled, and there are signs that give information on the rose's history and culture. The six-acre garden grows in soil resting over a highway tunnel that encloses the termination point of the freeway entering Duluth. Brick walkways connect all of the beds, and there are many benches in the garden that resemble stone sofas. There is an antique horse fountain and a marble gazebo. The garden is a popular place for summer outdoor weddings.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Duluth Rose Garden |url=https://mngardens.horticulture.umn.edu/duluth-rose-garden |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170423151543/https://mngardens.horticulture.umn.edu/duluth-rose-garden |archive-date=April 23, 2017 |access-date=April 23, 2017 |website=Public Gardens of Minnesota |publisher=University of Minnesota}}</ref>

In August 1956, a bronze statue of Leif Erikson by [[John Karl Daniels]] was added to the park. The statue was donated by the Norwegian American League and members of the community.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://duluthmn.gov/media/11315/dpac-artist-directory_2014_final.pdf |title=Duluth Public Art and Artist Directory |last=Henrik |first=Joan |date=2013–2014 |website=duluthmn.gov |publisher=The Duluth Public Arts Commission |access-date=May 27, 2023}}</ref>

===Recreation===
Duluth offers numerous outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, skiing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, surfing,<ref name="TwinCities.com">{{Cite web |last=Cadeau |first=Terri |date=January 10, 2022 |title=Duluth surfing community chronicled in new documentary |url=https://www.twincities.com/2022/01/10/duluth-surfing-community-chronicled-in-new-documentary/ |access-date=February 7, 2022 |website=Twin Cities Pioneer Press}}</ref> [[trail running]], and [[mountain biking]]. In addition to the two public golf courses at Lester and Enger Park, golfers can play at the Northland Country Club and the [[Ridgeview Country Club]]. Duluth has five public tennis courts and 63 private tennis club courts. The city has many indoor and outdoor ice rinks, including [[curling]] facilities.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Duluth Curling Club |url=http://www.duluthcurlingclub.org/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081026010929/http://www.duluthcurlingclub.org/ |archive-date=October 26, 2008 |access-date=August 25, 2008}}</ref>

The University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sport Outdoor Program offers classes in kayak, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoe whitewater river running, and holds the Annual St. Louis River Whitewater Rendezvous Slalom & Sprint Races in July. The program also provides sea kayaking and rock climbing lessons for individuals and families.<ref name="University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sport Outdoor Program">{{Cite web |title=University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sport Outdoor Program Catalog |url=http://www.umdrsop.org/(RSOP%20Web)/catalog_pdfs/Bro96408_V2.pdf |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160114164233/http://www.umdrsop.org/(RSOP%20Web)/catalog_pdfs/Bro96408_V2.pdf |archive-date=January 14, 2016 |access-date=July 4, 2015 |publisher=University of Minnesota Duluth |df=mdy-all}}</ref>

====Superior Hiking and Piedmont Mountain Biking trails====
Duluth hosts a {{convert|39|mi|km|adj=on}} segment of the [[Superior Hiking Trail]], which is also part of the [[North Country National Scenic Trail]]—the nation's longest hiking trail. This trail segment passes through Jay Cooke State Park, Ely Peak, [[Bardon Peak]], the Magney–Snively old growth forest, Spirit Mountain, Enger Park, Point of Rocks, the Lakewalk, Chester Park, UMD's Bagley nature trails, and Hartley Park. It features views of the Saint Louis River, the Twin Ports, the Aerial Bridge, and Lake Superior.

The hilly, {{convert|10|mi|km|adj=on}} Piedmont [[mountain biking]] trail crosses numerous bridges and offers scenic views of Duluth and the bay. The trail is recommended for both beginner and intermediate riders.<ref name="Minnesota Off - Road Cyclists">{{Cite web |title=Piedmont Trail System - Duluth |url=http://www.morcmtb.org/forums/showthread.php?26952-Piedmont-Trail-System-Duluth |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150518100910/http://www.morcmtb.org/forums/showthread.php?26952-Piedmont-Trail-System-Duluth |archive-date=May 18, 2015 |access-date=August 10, 2014}}</ref>

====Skiing====
[[File:Spirit Mountain ski area aerial.jpg|thumb|[[Spirit Mountain (ski area)|Spirit Mountain]] aerial photograph]]
With a vertical elevation of approximately {{convert|700|ft|m}}, [[Spirit Mountain (ski area)|Spirit Mountain]] is Minnesota's second-highest ski hill. The park includes jumps ranging from {{convert|15|ft|m}} to over {{convert|60|ft|m}}, as well as numerous rails, boxes, and other jibs. Spirit Mountain opened an alpine coaster in 2010. In 2011, it announced plans to add a zip line, miniature golf, and snow tubing. In 1995, the mountain completed its first [[NORBA]] application; in 2012, work began on downhill mountain bike trails.

The Duluth area also has a large and active [[Nordic skiing]] community, with many parks providing excellent Nordic skate skiing and classic cross-country skiing opportunities.

Chester Bowl, off Skyline Parkway in [[Chester Park, Duluth|Chester Park]], is a city-owned park with a chairlift; it has the lowest daily lift ticket prices in the nation, at $6. For decades, Chester Bowl was also known for its ski jumps; they were removed due to safety concerns in 2015.<ref name="MPR News">{{Cite web |last=Olsen, Dan |date=January 27, 2014 |title=In Duluth, community steps up to preserve Chester Bowl ski hill |url=http://www.mprnews.org/story/2014/01/27/news/chester-bowl-ski-hill |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160424010401/http://www.mprnews.org/story/2014/01/27/news/chester-bowl-ski-hill |archive-date=April 24, 2016 |access-date=April 13, 2016 |publisher=MPR News}}</ref>

====Sailing and rowing====
[[File:Gull-Duluth-Superior.jpg|thumb|Sailboat in Duluth harbor]]

Duluth has both a [[yacht]] and [[rowing]] club.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Duluth Boat Club |url=https://www.duluthboatclub.com/ |access-date=February 6, 2022}}</ref> Since 1969, the Trans Superior Race has run every other year from [[Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario]], to Duluth. At a distance of almost {{convert|390|mi|km|abbr=on}}, it is said to be "the world's longest known freshwater sailboat race".{{Clarify|date=February 2022|reason=One of the two sources cited says it is "one of the longest" races}}<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 2009 |title=The Trans Superior Race: Sailing from the Sault to Duluth |url=https://www.lakesuperior.com/the-lake/maritime/313-trans-superior-race-sailing-sault-to-duluth/ |access-date=February 6, 2022 |website=Lake Superior Magazine}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=History of the Trans Superior International Yacht Race |url=https://www.transsuperior.com/the-race |access-date=February 6, 2022 |website=Trans Superior |archive-date=February 6, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220206215032/https://www.transsuperior.com/the-race |url-status=dead }}</ref>

Duluth has been holding the Tall Ships festivals since 2008. The events are held every three years, and estimates of 250,000 have crowded the shoreline during each event to watch the vintage ships enter the harbor.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Harlow |first=Tim |title=Tall Ships festival moves from Duluth to Two Harbors for 2022 |url=https://news.yahoo.com/tall-ships-festival-moves-duluth-214000707.html |access-date=February 8, 2022 |website=Yahoo News|date=November 29, 2021 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Sailing Lake Superior on General Patton's yacht |url=https://www.startribune.com/sailing-lake-superior-on-general-patton-s-yacht/397021621/?refresh=true |access-date=February 6, 2022 |website=Star Tribune}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Harlow |first=Tim |title=Tall Ships festival moves from Duluth to Two Harbors for 2022 |url=https://www.msn.com/en-US/news/tripideas/tall-ships-festival-moves-from-duluth-to-two-harbors-for-2022/ar-AARh3qB |access-date=February 6, 2022 |website=Star Tribune}}</ref>

====Surfing====
[[Surfing]] is a popular Duluth recreation on Lake Superior shores when conditions are right for producing high waves.<ref>{{Cite web |date=November 12, 2021 |title=Surfers Take On Lake Superior's Big Waves In Duluth |url=https://www.fox21online.com/2021/11/11/surfers-take-on-lake-superiors-big-waves-in-duluth/ |access-date=February 8, 2022 |website=Fox 21 Local News}}</ref> UMD offers a surfing course as part of its Recreational Sports Outdoor Program. The instructors say that when the wind blows from the northeast, "Duluth becomes a legitimate surf town." They list Park Point, Lester River, and Stoney Point as "local hot spots".<ref>{{Cite web |title=University of Minnesota Duluth |url=https://umdrsop.d.umn.edu/programs/paddle-surf-kite/surfing-school-year |access-date=February 8, 2022}}</ref>

A documentary film about Duluth's surfing community was scheduled to premiere in 2022.<ref name="TwinCities.com" />

====Hunting for agates====
The Minnesota state gem, the [[Lake Superior agate]], can be found on the shores of Lake Superior, in the streams that run into it, and in gravel pits and road cuts. Duluth's Park Point is an excellent area for hunting, as shorelines and beaches are replenished each year because winter ice and storms push new material up on the shores. Books are available in Duluth to help amateur [[rock hound]]s learn more about agates and how to locate them.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hunting for Agates Along Lake Superior &#124; Northland's NewsCenter: News, Weather, Sports &#124; NBC, CBS, MyNetworkTV, and the CW for Duluth MN / Superior WI &#124; Outdoors |url=http://www.northlandsnewscenter.com/news/outdoors/Hunting-For-Agates-Along-Lake-Superior.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140105061427/http://www.northlandsnewscenter.com/news/outdoors/Hunting-For-Agates-Along-Lake-Superior.html |archive-date=January 5, 2014 |access-date=January 5, 2014 |df=mdy-all}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Rock Hound Guide Agates, Rock Picking Lake Superior |url=http://www.superiortrails.com/rock-hound2.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140328234444/http://www.superiortrails.com/rock-hound2.html |archive-date=March 28, 2014 |access-date=January 5, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Lake Superior agate - Digging into MN Minerals: Minnesota DNR |url=http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/education/geology/digging/agate.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131207100013/http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/education/geology/digging/agate.html |archive-date=December 7, 2013 |access-date=January 5, 2014}}</ref>