Chester Creek Hiking Trails Hub — Attraction in Duluth

This local favorite is one of the best urban trails anywhere. Right in the middle of the Hillside Neighborhood, Chester Creek drops over numerous cascades, chutes, and falls with a pair of hiking trails on either side. The gravel and clay trail is meticulously maintained but still has rocks and roots to watch out for.

For the most part, the trail runs directly on the water's edge, although the trail sometimes runs high above the water as the creek cuts through a few gorges. Near the 8th Street bridge, the gorge is deep and the trail is very high above the water.

Every season brings new sights. Spring gives a lengthy rushing waterfall display, while in summer, it is a cool shady place to visit. Fall offers colors and then the gradual formation of icy falls. Wintertime is quiet and peaceful with plenty of traffic to keep a packed trail.

Its the place to go in almost every type of weather event. In extreme wind, the creek is sheltered; in wet weather, it drains better than any trail; in heat, it is the coolest trail around; after winter storms, it has the best snow scenery; after a deluge of rain, it has the best falls.

And on every other nice day, its a perfect way to get out and enjoy an oasis of nature in the...

Amazing that this is available to those of us who live downtown. If you're visiting, this is a centrally located hike that's awesome, and doesn't feel like it belongs in the middle of a small city. Beautiful year round (can be crowded on nice afternoons and weekends in the summer), but my favorite time to experience it is actually after a...

One of my favorite places in Duluth. This hidden gem is a hiking delight and is one of my top ten places in Duluth. Thankfully it's been upkept very well over the years.

It's a relatively short hike(30 min), but it's pristine beauty and nature setting gives the feeling north woods feel without ever leaving the city. A true gem and...