Sunset Quarry Hike in Duluth
Explore quarry history, hillside trails, and lake views at twilight
Duration
60 mins
Includes
Guided hike, stories, EVP
Highlights
Explore Duluth’s hillside on a guided twilight eco-hike through a 1.1-billion-year-old quarry. Discover layers of local history, nature, and lore along the way.
- Trace remnants of Duluth’s historic Incline Railway
- Discover stories of immigrant life, Indigenous lore, and the November Witch
- Take in sweeping lake views from the quarry rim
- Explore forest trails, historic rocks, and hidden quarry details
- Capture the landscape and quarry with your camera or phone
Itinerary
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Meet at the Parking Lot
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Begin Tour through forest trail
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Hike up along Rim of Quarry
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Spirit Lake Overlook Stop
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Arrive at the Base of Quarry
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Stick around for a paranormal EVP experience
Important details
- Ages 10+ only; children must walk independently on uneven terrain
- Requires an intermediate-level uphill hike with a steep incline and rough, uneven terrain
- Not recommended for impaired mobility, balance issues, walking assistance needs, heart or respiratory conditions, serious health concerns, or pregnancy
- Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water, layered clothing, a fully charged phone, and a headlamp or flashlight
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes early and use legal parking only
- Tours may be canceled in rain or extreme weather when trail conditions are unsafe
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund. Same-day cancellations receive a 50% refund. No-shows receive no refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
FAQs
About 60 minutes total, with a 30-minute hike and a 30-minute EVP session.
The uphill hike is for intermediate hikers with a steep incline. The walk down is moderate and suitable for most hikers.
Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots, water, layered clothing, sun protection, camera or phone, and a headlamp or flashlight.
Meeting details
Quarry Park, 1325 N 59th Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807
