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Congdon Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 302 Google reviews · Running trail in Duluth, Minnesota · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Congdon Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic hiking area featuring waterfalls, streams, and paved trails.
What runners say about Congdon Park
“This was a beautiful park to go waterfall a little trail starts up the road and goes up crossing over there little River”
Such a cool hidden gem in Duluth so many little waterfalls and streams. Very peaceful and relaxing. Many places to squat and relax and enjoy the views. Trails are pretty cool too. It does go up a lot so be prepared for that. But the views are amazing. Side note once you get to the end take the paved trail back!
My most favorite neighborhood escape. ❤ Literally in my backyard, I enjoy walking there daily. Lots of people/dogs/runners depending on time of day you go. There is a paved walking trail, or a dirt/stone trail that winds closer to Tischer Creek. Lots of benches to listen to birds, the creek roaring or to just rest.
This was a great park to visit in Duluth. Parking is available on the bridge near Congdon Dr and Superior St. The park trail is about a half mile, but there's a bunch of stone stairs and hills to climb up and down. The full loop seemed to be about a full mile.
This is a great trail to hike/walk. But it is wet, slippery and hard to hike in winter.
Trail conditions & character
“This was a beautiful park to go waterfall a little trail starts up the road and goes up crossing over there little River”
“An ADA compliant paved path, a wide path near the river, and a path that weaves along the water and back onto the nature path.”
“We circled the park a couple times and just found a parking spot on the street.”
“The park trail is about a half mile, but there's a bunch of stone stairs and hills to climb up and down.”
“An ADA compliant paved path, a wide path near the river, and a path that weaves along the water and back onto the nature path.”
“The trail is pretty rugged, lots of uneven steps, roots and rocks.”
“I wish there was a restroom there and maybe some boards talking about the history of the area.”
Plan your run at Congdon Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteduluthmn.gov
- Phone(218) 730-4300
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Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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