W.R. Bagley Nature Area
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631 W St Marie St, Duluth MN 55811 Hours
About W.R. Bagley Nature Area
W.R. Bagley Nature Area is a beautiful park located in the middle of town, offering a peaceful feeling of being out in the woods. The area features well-maintained trails that are suitable for all seasons and many types of walkers and hikers. Visitors can enjoy a quick hike, cross-country skiing, or simply walk their dog on the various paths, which include mulched and bare ground sections. The park has a small pond and stream, with plenty of wildlife activity, including ducks that are used to visitors. While the first part of the park is wheelchair accessible, the rest has inclines, tree roots, rocks, and stairs, making it better suited for able-bodied visitors. Parking is easy, though there is a fee unless you have a UMD parking pass. The trails are gentle and offer scenic views, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and wildlife watching, all within the comfort of an urban setting.
Most Recent Reviews
January 2026
good spot, we went camping, there is always people around though. even during the cold winter months there are alot of skiers passing by.
June 2024
Nice place for a quick hike. There's a fair amount of terrain and smooth areas for all types of walkers and hikers.
You can come across a small pond and a stream while going through it. There is quite a lot of wildlife activity around the park. The trails are mulched or bare ground.
May 2022
Beautiful trails and pond. Hard to believe this wilderness area is right in town and part of the UMD campus. Perfect place to hike or cross-country ski over lunch hour or between classes.
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- Duluth, Minnesota
