Congdon Park Waterfalls – Lester Park Trailhead loop from French River

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United States

Minnesota

St. Louis County

Congdon Park Waterfalls – Lester Park Trailhead loop from French River

Hard

3.3

(13)

runners

Congdon Park Waterfalls – Lester Park Trailhead loop from French River

07:22

70.3km

400m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 14, 2026

Waypoints

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10.6 km

Knife River

Highlight • River

The mouth of the Knife River as it joins Lake Superior. Remnants of its industrial past, using the passage ways afforded by the waterways. Great views of the lake.

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Knife River Aquatic Management Area

Nature Reserve

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The Lakewalk at Leif Erikson Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This beautiful paved multi-use path takes you along the westernmost shore of the great lakes. You pass through Leif Erikson Park and the Duluth Rose Garden as Lake Superior unfolds next to you. This is a great short, scenic trail.

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46.6 km

Beach

47.3 km

Lakewalk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

All told, this paved multi-use trail stretches for almost eight miles along the shoreline of Lake Superior. It's great for recreation like running, walking and biking, but also a nice …

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51.8 km

Congdon Park Waterfalls

Highlight • Waterfall

Congdon Park near Duluth, MN is a hidden oasis of nature and beauty. This park features a forested trail that follows Congdon Creek, a scenic waterway that flows over several …

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52.2 km

Congdon Park

Highlight • Forest

Congdon Park near Duluth, MN is a hidden oasis of nature and beauty. This park features a forested trail that follows Congdon Creek, a scenic waterway that flows over several …

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57.3 km