Sports + Recreation
Catch a ball game, get out on the lake, perfect your golf swing or just spend some time seeing the sights and sounds of the city.
SPORTS + RECREATION
The listings below include all types of Sports + Recreation attractions options in alphabetical order with those in the city of Duluth displayed first followed by those that are outside city limits.
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Day Tripper of Duluth
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 390-1605
Day Tripper of Duluth, LLC provides guided outdoor trips in the Duluth area, North Shore, South Shore and beyond. We offer a wide range of activities for small and large groups of all ages and ability levels in EVERY SEASON. Visit our website to see our full listing of trips and camping options. Come try fat biking, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking on Lake Superior or improve your mountain biking technique and much more! Get outside, learn, enjoy with Day Tripper of Duluth.
DEFY Duluth Park
Duluth, MN 55807
218-481-7667
Duluth Glides Segway Tours
Duluth, MN 55805
(800) 979-3370
On your own personal Segway Transporter (PT), glide into the heart of Duluth's Lakeside and Canal Park area along a 6 mile narrated tour learning about Duluth's interesting history and facts via your own wireless audio system. Explore more highlights of Duluth on your PT than possible by any other mode of transportation. Online or by phone advance purchase of tickets required. Tours run daily.
Duluth Huskies Baseball Club
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 786-9909
Enger Park Golf Course
Duluth, MN 55806
(218) 723-3451
Centrally located in Duluth, Enger Park offers three championship nines. Rolling hills, turning fairways, and elevation changes all come in to play on this scenic and challenging layout. Multiple tees allow for players of all levels.
Essentia Health Duluth Heritage Sports Center
Duluth , MN 55806
(218) 464-1711 Ext. 100
We are a multi purpose facility that has year round ice facilities and one ice facility for six months and six months of turf. We are able to accommodate craft shows, car shows, company picnics, school field trips and much more.
GND Development Alliance
Duluth, MN 55808
218-355-1349
The GND Development Alliance (GNDDA) is a 501 (c)3 that was created to revitalize and transform the Gary New Duluth Recreation Area (GND REC). The GND REC serves as the center of the Gary New Duluth Community with a functioning community center with programs after school and during summer vacations for youth. There are also regular exercise and yoga classes. The GND REC is also available for rental.
There are two soccer fields that are kept busy by Arrowhead Youth Soccer Association with practices and games. The GND Performance Pavilion is a great place for concerts, picnics and other events. There is a dog park on site for public use.
2018 will involve construction of a community garden and a multi-activity sport court with basketball, pickle ball and 4-square.
A skateboard park is planned for the future.
Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 428-6209
The Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve is open year-round to public for study and enjoyment. With over 4 miles of hiking trails, you can explore geology, flora, and wildlife. Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory staff conduct bird research and provide public education during fall season.
Miller Hill Mall
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 727-8301
More than 100 shops, 10 great food court vendors and one fantastic Simon gift card, all at the top of hill!
Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN 55803
(218) 391-0147/(218) 428-5990
Dog sled tours, sleigh and wagon rides, inland lake kayak and SUP rentals, Lake Superior and inland lake kayak instruction and tours, Duluth and North Shore rock and ice climbing, team building, custom corporate programs, day and residential camps and women’s programs. All ages and abilities welcome
Spirit Lake Marina & RV Park Rentals
Duluth, MN 55808
218-628-3578
We offer pontoon boat, canoe & kayak rentals; located 7 miles from Canal Park.
Explore the scenic St. Louis River, the largest freshwater estuary in the world. Take a group out on our new pontoon boats, or enjoy
a quiet paddle through some of the many bays and inlets on a canoe or kayak -- wilderness, right in the city.
Spirit Mountain Recreation Area
Duluth, MN 55810
(218) 628-2891 • (800) 642-6377
Some of the best skiing this side of the Rockies! With over 175 skiable acres on 22 runs, the biggest Terrain Park in the Midwest, 22km of cross-country ski trails, and the best snowmaking and grooming equipment available, Spirit Mountain is designed to please everyone. With a brand NEW Spirit Express II chairlift, and a NEW base chalet in 2013, the on-slope experience has never been better! And for those in your party who don't ski, we have several winter activities available at our Adventure Park, including snow tubing. Check out the slopes with our 360° video tours. Spirit Mountain also offers a variety of family and group rates, as well as incredible lift ticket and lodging packages. For more information, call (800) 642-6377 or (218) 628-2891.
SUPerior Paddle
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 428-5109
SUPerior Paddle is a stand up paddle board rental company located in Duluth. Offerings include individual and group paddles, corporate retreat paddles, birthday and party paddles and collaborative paddles (Yoga, Pint/Pub, Sauna, etc.) Launch points are typically Park Point Beach, Brighton Beach, McQuade Harbor and area inland lakes and rivers.
UMD Kayak, Canoe, Rock Climb, Surf, & Stand Up Paddle Board
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 726-7128
Explore Lake Superior, the St. Louis River and spectacular rock climbing sites. In struction for all ages and abilities. Call for more information. Equipment Rental Center - We’re here to help you get out and explore the great outdoors! Our gear is high quality at an affordable price. Winter is here and we have equipment for you to use, like skis, snowshoes, and winter camping items!
Wheel Fun Rentals
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 722-1180 • (877) 273-2453
Providing unique bicycle fun for the entire family, from toddlers through grandparents. Entertainment for all ages, groups, and family types. All products are maintained on a regular schedule. Memorial Day-Labor Day/10am-Sunset, every day; after Labor Day, weekends only/10am-Sunset. Hourly rates based on type of bike.
Brule River Canoe Rental, Inc.
Brule, WI 54820
(715) 372-4983
Capt'n J's Miniature Golf
Superior, WI 54880
(715) 394-4450
Located on historic Barker's Island, the Captain invites you to enjoy 18 holes of family friendly fun. Captain J's is nestled next to the S.S. Meteor whaleback ship, which was built in 1896 and is the last of its kind in existence. Captain J's offers beautiful views of downtown Duluth and the Superior Harbor. Stop by for a relaxing afternoon or an exciting evening under the lights. Open Memorial Day thru Labor Day from 10 am-10 pm. Before Memorial Day and after Labor Day hours vary. Please call ahead. $5.00 per person (18 holes) with 4 and under free with a paid round. Birthday specials for all ages. Group rates for 10+. Stamp card available.
Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort
Biwabik, MN 55708
(218) 865-8000 • (800) 688-7669
Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort is the Midwest’s #1 four-season family resort destination. Giants Ridge offers 35 downhill runs, 60km of cross-country ski trails, ski-in/ ski-out accommodations, access to more than 2,000 miles of snowmobile trails and one of Minnesota’s largest terrain parks. Combine those features with a quality product & first-class customer service that goes above and beyond, you’ll want to visit us again and again. The Legend and The Quarry at Giants Ridge offer 36 holes of the Midwest’s greatest golf. Both are listed in Golf Digest’s “America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses.” Both courses also received a 4.5 star listing from Golf Digest. No matter what time of year you visit, we’ve got miles of year-round recreation trails, lake access, unbeatable lodging accommodations, dining, shopping, and much more. Call (800) 688-7669 for rates and hours of operation or visit us at GiantsRidge.com.
Lutsen Mountains Ski Area
Lutsen, MN 55612
(218) 663-7281
With 4 mountains, 87 runs and a 1000' vertical rise, Lutsen provides a mountain ski vacation without the airfare. Online packages at www.lutsen.com Open Thanksgiving through mid-April 9:30am - 4:30pm
Minnesota Whitewater Rafting
Cloquet, MN 55720
218-522-4446
Mont du Lac Resort
Superior, WI 54880
(218) 626-3797
Mont du Lac Resort, an all-season family friendly resort, is located just 15 minutes from Downtown Duluth/Superior. With breathtaking views of the St. Louis River Valley and Jay Cooke State Park, we offer outdoor activities year-round. In the winter, guests can ski and snowboard on a variety of runs. Be sure to visit our brand new Outta Bounds Tubing Park which includes 2 children’s lanes, 4 speed slide lanes and 2 custom lanes that careen through the woods for a unique, high-speed thrill ride. In the summer, enjoy cross country and downhill mountain biking along with the area’s finest disc golf and rustic camping. On-site cabins, RV Park, and flexible accommodations make us the perfect venue for your next getaway. Perched high atop Mont du Lac’s ski hill, the Trophy Lodge can accommodate any private event and hosts a brunch buffet every Sunday during the winter season. At both Trophy and Base lodges, you’ll find fresh quality food and signature drinks at family friendly prices.
North Shore SUP
Superior, WI 55480
(218) 343-1308
SkydiveDuluth.com
Superior, WI 54880
(218) 390-1800
We are located only a few miles from both beautiful Lake Superior and City of Duluth. During the plane ride up to jumping altitude, a person has one of the best views anywhere in the Midwest! It is a common occurrence to look down from the airplane and see large cargo ships and sail boats on the Lake. City of Duluth overlooking the Lake is an impressive site. All of this is also your scenery as you fall through the sky on your exciting tandem skydive! SkydiveDuluth.com is the only skydive business located within 100 miles of Duluth. Come create a lifelong memory doing something that will be one of the most exciting things that you will do in your life! Skydive!
Skyline Social and Games
Hermantown, MN 55811
(218) 727-8555
We are your all in one location for Bowling, Arcade, Private Events, Volleyball, Bocce, Beanbags and Summer Concerts. And let’s not forget, THE BEST PIZZA AROUND, Dave’s Pizza! We are open 7 DAYS A WEEK and conveniently located, so there’s no better time to check us out for Bowling, fun, food and a whole lot more!
Swiftwater Adventures
Carlton, MN 55718
(218) 451-3218
Swiftwater Adventures is the premier whitewater adventure company in the Duluth, Minnesota area. Our trip leaders have over 50 years of combined whitewater and adventure guiding experience. We offer professionally guided whitewater raft trips, whitewater kayak trips and lessons, and canoe trips. We also offer winter adventures such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and guided trips to regional ski resorts.
All our trips are professionally guided with quality equipment, shuttle services, and we can customize the trip to your group.
