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Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 395 Google reviews · Running trail in Duluth, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve'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.
Birds of prey are known to migrate through this vast observatory with hiking, biking & lake views.
What runners say about Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve
“Peaceful, quiet, beautiful and lots of lovely trails to do on a bike or walking.”
“Peaceful, quiet, beautiful and lots of lovely trails to do on a bike or walking.”
Free tours 3 times a day, an amazing view of Lake Superior and Duluth, and a stand where you can get light snacks and drinks at the entrance. Most of the trails are rough, however, so if you're used to Enger Park or other somewhat easier trails be cautious when you go here.
I love hiking through here. Today, I walked with a few friends and we found an area where the beavers are building dams on the creek. It’s amazing to watch how industrious these little critters are. To see this activity, turn left at Bridge no. 7 and head down Snively Trail.
I will warn you that there isn't any"entrance" you just park alongside the road and more or less pick a trail you want to hike. Don't expect prestine trails that are well groomed. Bring good hiking shoes. The views are amazing and breathtaking.
Superior is a natural funnel for raptors and other migratory birds. The nature center hosts an annual weekend viewing with lots of classes and learning opportunities. Several miles of trails too
Trail conditions & character
“Free tours 3 times a day, an amazing view of Lake Superior and Duluth, and a stand where you can get light snacks and drinks at the entrance.”
“Free tours 3 times a day, an amazing view of Lake Superior and Duluth, and a stand where you can get light snacks and drinks at the entrance.”
“Peaceful, quiet, beautiful and lots of lovely trails to do on a bike or walking.”
“There are also portable restrooms throughout the area and parking is along the sides of the wide roads.”
“There are also portable restrooms throughout the area and parking is along the sides of the wide roads.”
Plan your run at Hawk Ridge Nature Reserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteduluthmn.gov
- Phone(218) 428-8722
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
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