The panoramic view from the Brewer’s Park Loop on the Superior Hiking Trail.
I meandered onto a newish section of the Superior Hiking Trail in Duluth recently. My friends and I hiked the Brewer’s Park Loop, which was completed in 2016. The trail takes walkers through an oak/maple forest and offers unparalleled views of the western part of the city and the St. Louis River – making it a perfect hike for fall.
Photo by Amanda Jo Dahl-Sales
Some web pages rate the hike as moderate, others as easy. I would say both are true. Some of the climbs are rather steep and would rate a “moderate” in my book, but the majority of the hike is on an unobstructed path that’s fairly level, which rates an “easy.”
It took us 1-1/2 hours to go about 3-1/2 miles, but we were gawking and talking most of the way so I’m sure other people could do it more quickly. Access to the trail off Haines Road (see map).
Bring some water and your dog. For a near-perfect Duluth experience, visit Bent Paddle Brewery afterward for a drink. Urban hiking doesn’t get much better than this!
Duluth News Tribune map
Image by Amanda Jo Dahl-Sales
Marie's Meanderings 
Thanks for the suggestion. Neil and I have been hiking the SHT up around Crow Creek. Some steep grades and many awesome views.
HI Gail. I have not been on that part of the trail yet. Will have to try it!