If you are new to trail running, or simply looking to expand the options in your current runners tool belt, the Duluth Trails Highlight articles will help on your journey to explore the many (amazing) trails Duluth has to offer.

Today’s post features an awesome, expansive set of trails! The Lester Park and Hawk’s Ridge trail systems are pretty epic! I’m combining them for today’s post as I like to link them together for a fun and challenging run.

I don’t get out to these trails as often as I’d like since it requires crossing the entire city of Duluth, but when I do, happiness ensues 🙂

Lester Park @TheDuluthRunner

There are so many options once you’re here, take your pick!

Lester Park @TheDuluthRunner

Be sure to keep track of where the run/hike/bike is taking you as it would be easy to get turned around if you’re not paying attention!

Lester Park @TheDuluthRunner
Hawk's Ridge @TheDuluthRunner

Letting these pictures do most of the talking today!

Lester Park @TheDuluthRunner
Lester Park @TheDuluthRunner

I’m very thankful that Duluth has so many options to get off the pavement if that’s what you’re looking for – there are no excuses! Get outside and start enjoying all of the fantastic parks and trails Duluth has to offer! See you out there 🙂

Lester Park @TheDuluthRunner