Welcome to Proctor, Minnesota’s gateway to Lake Superior, and the perfect place to plan your next adventure. When staying here, catch the sunrise over Lake Superior. Tour the bike-friendly roads and trails in the area. Ride your fat bike down a mountain. Hike the beginning segments of Lake Superior’s trails. Paddle the whitewater of the St. Louis River. Estuary National Water Trail. And more…right outside your door when visiting Proctor.
Next Adventure, where to Bike/hike/paddle in the area
Proctor is the primary entrance to Spirit Mountain and an excellent place for mountain biking. For e-bikers and touring cyclists, explore the bike-friendly roads that connect you to the William Mungar State Trail and Duluth’s network of bike routes. Hike both the Munger and Lake Superior Hiking Trails. Or, the adrenaline rush of paddling the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail.
Where to Bike in the Area
Proctor is the perfect place to bring your bike and stay for that next adventure. For e-bikers and touring cyclists, many bike-friendly roads connect you to the William Mungar State Trail and Duluth’s bike route network. For mountain biking, the Interstate 35W exit ramp exit for Proctor is also the primary entrance to Spirit Mountain. and excellent mountain biking. Trails here are rated for every skill level. Have Fun Biking!
Available Maps for the Area
Duluth’s Existing Bikeways, as of 2023
Willard Munger State Trail – Biking/Hiking (paved)
Walk/Hiking Opportunities
For hikers, enjoy easy access to the highly-rated Willard Munger Trail, the extensive Duluth trails, the award-winning Spirit Mountain Bike Park, Jay Cooke State Park, and the Lake Superior Hiking Trail, with a climb up to Ely Peak.
In winter, many of Jay Cooke’s trails are groomed for cross-country skiing.
Jay Cooke State Park – Hiking Trail
Willard Munger State Trail – Biking/Hiking (paved)
Superior Hiking Trail – St. Loius River section
Places to Paddle
At the headwaters of Lake Superior lies the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail, an adventurer’s paradise on the nation’s largest freshwater estuary. For that next adventure, find 11 loop trails for paddlers and boaters of all skill levels and abilities. This multi-use waterway invites you to experience the wild diversity of the St. Louis River while being minutes away from Proctor.
DNR Map of the St Louis River and Bay Area
Water Trail options St Louis River
Bike Shops andRentals
raverse Duluth link Bike and Outdoor Equipment Rental
Swiftwater Adventures link – Rafting and Kayaking
U of M St. Louis River Outpost link Whitewater kayaking/canoeing
Where to Play When Not Biking, Hiking, or Paddling
After that next adventure, in the summer months, check out the Proctor Golf Course, Dirt Floor Arena, Fairgrounds, History Museum, and Proctor Speedway. For great family fun, spend some time at the Adventure Park at Spirit Mountain. Enjoy the Alpine Coaster, Zip Line, Chairlift Rides, Jumping Pillow, Disc and Mini Golf.
In the winter, Spirit Mountain offers unbelievable skiing and snowboarding with incredible views overlooking Duluth and Lake Superior.
Aerial Lift Bridge link
Bentleyville Holiday Extravaganza link
Canal Park link
Duluth Children’s Museum link
Lake Superior Zoo link
Proctor Historical Society & Museum link
St Louis County Fair link
Where to Eat
Big Daddy’s Burgers & Breakfasts link
Blackwoods Bar & Grill link
Buffalo Steak House link
Grandview Bar & Grill link (Spirit Mountain)
Proctor Pizza & Sub link
Breweries
Bent Paddle Brewery link
Canal Park Brewery link
See more Duluth Breweries here
Where to Sleep
Lodging in Proctor for that next adventure
AmericInn/ Proctor 218-624-1026 Book
Duluth Inn & Suites 218-628-0668 Book
Duluth Spirit Mountain Inn 218-628-3691 Book
For more info. Visit Proctor
At the City Hall, 100 Pionk Dr, Proctor, MN 55810
1-218-6286 ext 297
Website https://visitproctor.com/