4 Local Coffee Roasters to Fuel Your Bayfront Morning (Real & Roasting in Duluth)
Whether you’re gearing up for a Canal Park stroll or easing into your Gitche Gumee porch routine, these four Duluth roasters deliver the perfect morning jolt—with style, substance, and a strong whiff of fresh beans. 1. Duluth Coffee Company (Downtown Duluth) This is the one locals rave about. A true small-batch roaster with a […]
Exploring Lester River’s Hidden Waterfalls and Forest Pools
Small cascades, mossy ledges, and fern-fringed pools—Lester River Gorge is Duluth’s secret retreat, just minutes from your porch at Gitche Gumee. All trails are open in summer and easy to navigate, making it perfect for a porch-to-waterfall day trip: 1. Eagle Ridge Falls A slender chute drops into a clear, swimmer-friendly pool surrounded by layered […]
How to Turn Spirit Valley Days’ Pancake Breakfast into a Weekend Memory
There’s something unmistakably Duluth about pancakes under a pavilion while the scent of syrup and sausages dances on the breeze. Every August, Spirit Valley Days kicks off with a good old-fashioned pancake breakfast—and it’s not just about the flapjacks. It’s about building a memory that lingers long after the syrup’s gone. Here’s how to turn […]
5 Lakeside Supper Spots for a Candlelit August Date Near Gitche Gumee
When the sun melts into Superior’s edge and the sky turns lavender, Duluth’s shoreline becomes the perfect dinner date backdrop. Whether you’re clinking glasses on a rooftop or sipping rosé on your cabin porch, these lakeside spots are wide open and ready for August evenings: 1. Fitger’s River Deck Open daily all summer (weather permitting), […]
The Ultimate Guide to Duluth’s Summer Fruit Stands and Where to Find Them
Bring a cooler, follow the scent of strawberries, and make your North Shore road trip just a little sweeter. There’s a moment in every Duluth summer—usually right around July—when the wildflowers lean into the sun, the lake haze lifts just right, and roadside fruit stands start popping up like magic. If you know where to […]
6 Wild Lupine Blooms to Spot This July Along the Superior Hiking Trail
July on the North Shore means one thing: wild lupine season. These dreamy blooms—tall, purple, pink, and occasionally white—dot the hillsides and trail edges like watercolor brushstrokes. If you’re heading out for a hike, here are six of the best spots along the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT) to catch the lupine show in full force. […]
5 Fireworks‑Viewing Spots for a Sparkling Fourth of July Date Near Gitche Gumee
There’s nothing like Duluth’s Fourth of July fireworks lighting up the harbor — a dazzling show that turns Lake Superior into a mirror of stars. Whether you’re here with someone special or hoping to spark a new summer romance, these five vantage points will make your Independence Day unforgettable. Park Point Beach Pier Feel the […]
5 Historic Lighthouses Along the North Shore to Explore This Month
July’s long days on Lake Superior invite you to embark on a scenic lighthouse road trip—perfect for a romantic stay at Gitche Gumee. Here are five captivating beacons, all open and welcoming visitors now: 1. Split Rock Lighthouse Perched atop a dramatic 130-foot cliff, this iconic lighthouse dates to 1910 and is now part of a […]
Top 4 Attractions at the Taste of Duluth to Delight Kids and Parents Alike
Bayfront Festival Park transforms into a family-friendly carnival in September—here’s what’s confirmed for kids and grown-ups Taste of Duluth turns Duluth’s scenic Bayfront Festival Park into a lively playground of flavors and fun. Here are four loved attractions that are confirmed to be open and operating this year: 🎩 1. Kids’ Chef Demo Stage Little […]
How to Plan a Lakeside Champagne Brunch on Park Point Beach with Your Partner
A little luxury, a lot of lake breeze. Some mornings deserve more than pancakes and coffee. If you’re staying at The Inn on Gitche Gumee this July, here’s how to turn an ordinary day into a lakeside memory you’ll keep long after the bubbles fade. Step 1: Champagne Pick‑Up in Town Start your morning with […]
