A large Minnesota city, Duluth is a port city on the north shore of Lake Superior. It is hard to believe that you are not on the ocean when you see the massive oceangoing vessels that travelled 2,300 miles from the Atlantic through the Great Lakes Waterway and the Saint Lawrence Seaway.

  • Duluth has a famous freshwater aquarium that introduces animals living in and around the Great Lakes.
  • For more animals, visit Lake Superior Zoo, which has some big cats, bears, primates, and a mini trail.
  • The Aerial Lift Bridge across the Duluth Ship Canal is fun to watch as it lifts 135 feet to let the ships pass.
  • Spirit Mountain is a popular ski area in the winter and during warmer months has an adventure park and a network of hiking and biking trails.

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