The centuries old practice of sauna is one that everyone should experience. We aren’t talking about your typical sauna at the gym or one you would find in your average hotel pool area, we mean the de-stressing, rejuvenating and nostalgia-inducing traditional Nordic wood-fired sauna.
We are excited to now have Cedar and Stone Nordic Sauna located on our property, offering a guided authentic sauna experience!

With each session, the trained team at Cedar and Stone will gently guide you through the traditional process of hot, cold, rest, rehydrate, and repeat in order to gain the full wellness benefits that come with sauna. When you book, everything that you may need will be included in your session – all you have to bring is a swimsuit. Paired with the gorgeous panoramic view overlooking Lake Superior, this is truly one of the best experiences in the north.


Along with the breathtaking view of the Duluth harbor, this winter you can schedule a time to sauna during Bentleyville – shedding some light (over 5,000,000 festive lights actually) and some holiday magic to your experience.

Along with the traditional wood-fired sauna, from mid-January through the end of Duluth’s winter (weather dependent of course), Cedar and Stone will have an ice sauna included as part of the whole experience! This offers a great cool down option to your practice.


Since Cedar & Stone is located right on our property, after you’re done relaxing with your sauna experience, continue to refresh with a warm meal, craft cocktail, or glass of wine at Silos Restaurant and Bar.
Our goal is to help you have a relaxing getaway and with our new partnership with Cedar and Stone, we know that your stay will become even more restful and more fulfilled. For more information about Nordic sauna or to schedule a guided experience, visit https://cedarandstonesauna.com/experience/.
Bookings can often fill up two weeks in advance, so book early to ensure a spot during your Pier B stay – your endorphins will thank you.
🎶 It’s the most wonderful view of the year 🎶 – and a stay at Pier B during the winter gives you a front row seat to the Bentleyville Tour of Lights show! The glow from over 5,000,000 lights can be seen from our very windows, bringing an extra warmth and joy to the chilly season and a wonderful night light to end your evenings.

Open evenings from November 19 – December 26, Bentleyville has become a yearly tradition to locals and visitors alike. A can’t miss for all guests to tour from 5-9 pm Sunday-Thursday and 5-10 pm Friday-Saturday, there is something fun for everyone.
With displays including Duluth’s most famous landmarks, popular holiday tunes and cartoons, and tributes to the armed forces and first responders there are plenty of photo ops to capture. Along the tour cookies with hot chocolate, fresh popcorn, and marshmallows for roasting are available to add to the seasonal festivities. Best of all, kids are able to visit with Santa as well as Mrs. Claus, their Reindeer, and other winter friends!

And when you stay at Pier B – our Bentleyville Express Wagon will bring you right to the start of the tour! No need to wait in a long line for parking. After you’re done walking through the lights, the wagon is available to bring you back to our resort for a warm seat next to one of our fire pits or in the outdoor hot tub.


Our own Silos Restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere for a nice meal and drinks, including food and drink specials during the event, right on-site! Did we mention Silos’s windows offer a spectacular view of the displays? Dinner and a show has never looked so bright.

Pier B also has various on-site activities created to make your winter stay memorable. Play around on one of our winterized pedal carts, learn new tricks with our Pier B Pup Ambassador Tugboat during Tug Time, roast some tasty s’mores on the harbor lawn, or enjoy seasonal tunes by local musicians in our lobby.
With our Bentleyville 15% Off Special, we look forward to making your winter the 🎶 Happiest season of all! 🎶
Visit https://www.pierbresort.com/package/bentleyville-2022-save-15/ or call 218-481-8888 to book now.
There is little more satisfying than the crunch of fallen leaves under foot. Add the beauty of reds, oranges, and yellows lining your path, vibrant overlooks, crisp fresh air, and great company (leashed four legged friends are often welcome!) and you have the perfect hike.
Every Northlander has their go-to hiking spot. Here are some of ours!
Explore Our Backyard
Ely’s Peak
A low-lying hill near Duluth, Ely’s Peak offers gorgeous views of the surrounding landscape. The 1.7-mile loop weaves through the forest and is the site of an abandoned train tunnel! Definitely a must-see.

Hartley Nature
This 640-acre park located in Duluth offers ten miles of multi-purpose trails. Home to the Hartley Nature Center Loop, we recommend venturing out on the 5.3-mile, moderately challenging trail for diverse views and a bit of a workout.
This 640-acre park located in Duluth offers ten miles of multi-purpose trails. Home to the Hartley Nature Center Loop, we recommend venturing out on the 5.3-mile, moderately challenging trail for diverse views and a bit of a workout.
Enger Park
Home of the American-Japanese Peace Bell, a beautiful gazebo with breathtaking views, greenspace, and Duluth’s famous Enger Tower, Enger Park is one of our favorite locations! It also features a variety of trails leading to other Duluth sought out destinations. Park open 7am – 10pm.

Chester Park
Looking for an easier stroll along a woodsy creek? This 2.4-mile loop is a piece of peaceful wilderness in the center of the city.
Pro Tip: Need some extra guidance along your trail-choosing journey? Visit AllTrails.com for descriptions and maps!
A Hop, Skip, and a Jump Away
Gooseberry Falls State Park
A favorite for tourists and locals alike, Gooseberry Falls is a staple of any North Shore road trip. The 3-mile loop trail is highly popular for hiking…so popular in fact that we suggest arriving early to beat the crowds. Don’t feel like a full hike? Simply take the short walk to enjoy the falls! Park open 8am – 10pm.

Split Rock Lighthouse
While the lighthouse is known to be the park’s main attraction (for great reason), the area also has 12 miles of noteworthy hiking trails. Adventure along the Split Rock River Loop Trail to see the unique red rhyolite rock towers.
Park open 10am – 6pm.
Park open 10am – 6pm.
Palisade Head Overlook
Park at the bottom and walk the mile up, or drive to the top for an incredible vista of Lake Superior. A highly recommended addition to any North Shore getaway.
Tettegouche State Park
Whether you are looking for an easy walk or a more challenging hike, Tettegouche State Park has a variety of trails ranging in difficulty and distance to choose from. Want to walk along Lake Superior? They got it. Wishing to explore deep into the woods? They’ve got it! Chasing waterfalls? Got it. Park open 8am – 10pm.
Jay Cooke State Park
A park perfect for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking – really any kind of exploring you can imagine. Check each of the 17 beautiful trails off your bucket list. Park open 8am – 10pm.
Destinations Worth the Trek
Bean and Bear Lake
Considered one of the most picturesque sections of the Superior Hiking Trail, the Bean and Bear Lake Loop near Silver Bay is a 6.6-mile loop trail – worth every step of the moderate difficulty rating.

Cascade River State Park
Park at the mouth of the river and take a quick trek up a well-maintained trail for fall overlooks and walking bridges spanning through the cascades.
Oberg Mountain Loop via the Superior Hiking Trail
Beautiful year-round, the Oberg Mountain Loop is at its peak in the autumn with colorful views of LeVeaux Mountain, the maple hillsides, Lake Superior, and Oberg Lake. The 2-mile loop is moderate in difficulty and attracts a high number of hikers – so you are sure to see many friendly faces along the way.
Pro Tip: If you are traveling up the North Shore, stop and treat yourself with a growler at Castle Danger or a pie from Rustic Inn on your way back into town!
The perfect fall hike is truly made by the changing leaves. Peak leaf viewing times vary year to year, however as a general rule the colors are at their best from mid September to early October – making this a great time to book a stay at Pier B to ensure a prime fall experience!
Placing you in the center of Duluth’s natural beauty, Pier B Resort Hotel is the perfect home base for your fall getaway for the explorer’s soul ~ both on and off site!
Offering memorable amenities and activities, wander by land with one of our rentable bikes, electric scooters or bikes (we even have e-bikes!), or pedal carts. Or see what you can sea on a paddle board, paddle boat, water bike, or by utilizing Your Boat Club.
Just 800 steps (or pedals) from bustling Canal Park and close to numerous of the city’s most naturous trails, however you like to adventure – we’ve got a trail, park, or attraction to kick off your autumn getaway with flying colors.

Hike Like a Local
Pier B is surrounded by gorgeous trails ranging in difficulty and all include breathtaking sights. Whether you are searching for a splendid overlook, soothing rivers, or singing birds and other wildlife – Duluth offers beautiful options fit for your style. Many of our trails are also dog friendly (like our resort), so we always suggest packing a lunch and the pup for a great outdoor adventure.
A few of our favorite local trails:
• Ely’s Peak
• Lester River Trail
• Hartley Nature Center Loop • Jay Cook State Park

Bike Like a Local
Hop on the trails and enjoy some of the area’s greatest biking routes. The Duluth Traverse offers a variety of main trails for the biking enthusiast, featuring a 100-mile system of natural surface trail, built for mountain biking and extending the entirety of Duluth.
Visit coggs.com/trails for trail locations and conditions

Wander Up the Shore
You know the phrase “It’s a perfect day for a drive”, well with quick access to a day trip up the North Shore – every fall day becomes that perfect opportunity. Put the car on cruise and enjoy a mini road trip to explore some amazing trails, overlooks, and pit stops along the way. Check out the peak fall color report here– -they typicaly update this after Labor day through the end of the peak season.
We highly recommend checking out:
• Tettegouche State Park Trail
• Split Rock Lighthouse
• Fantasia Overlook
• Castle Danger Brewery

Reset, Refuel, & Rest
After being on the go all day exploring our local trails or the Northshore, take a moment to breathe with one of our relaxing amenities including lounging in our outdoor hot tub with a signature cocktail from Silos. Don’t forget to roast some ‘mallows with our free s’mores kits around the fire pits while taking in our harbor view.
Book now to lock in your preferred dates for your fall getaway right here at pierbresort.com or call 218-481-8888!
Far be it from us to complain about the heat. Just a few months removed from our last snowfall, Duluth is entering the dog days — that sweaty, steamy summer stretch where the temperature and the humidity climb high enough to make you think it might never snow again. We were dreaming about days like this back in January. So we’re not complaining…but it’s hot, right?
Thankfully, Duluth has lots of entertaining options that will keep you busy while you keep your cool. Here’s our top five ways to beat the heat in Duluth’s dog days of summer:
Go Jump in the Lake
The largest freshwater lake in the world (by surface area) is right outside your door. But a quick dip doesn’t have to be your only solution when things get sweltering. Pier B offers paddleboard, water bike and paddleboat rentals so you can get out and explore the water under your own power. Brought your own kayak? Great, we’ve got convenient water access for you to slip in and head out for a paddle. Or, if you’re looking for a craft that can hold the whole family, rent a boat from Your Boat Club, located right on our pier!


Get Beached
Park Point — the skinny, seven-mile stretch of sand connected to the city by Duluth’s iconic Aerial Lift Bridge — is one of the best beaches in the country. And that’s not just us saying it. Travel and Leisure recently picked it as one of their 25 Best Beaches in the US, hailing it for its “beautiful sandy beach, complete with waves” that “has the feel of an ocean.” Lay out and work on your tan while enjoying spectacular views of the city, or set up basecamp near one of the many barbecue grills, let the kids run wild on the playground, and jump in the cool blue water when the heat gets too high.

Grab a Few Pints … or Pints
Duluth’s craft brewing scene has exploded in recent years, with homegrown pours from our local breweries and cideries taking home state, national and even international awards. While we’d understand if you just want to claim a spot at the Silos and enjoy our extensive tap beer and signature cocktail offerings — as well as the A/C and the views — know that some truly crafty experiences await outside our doors. Just across the slip bridge in Canal Park and walking distance from Pier B you’ll find Hoops Brewing and the Canal Park Brewing Company. A short trip south will bring you to the Lincoln Park Craft District, home to everyone from rising stars Ursa Minor and Wild State Cider to established names like Bent Paddle Brewing. Not to be outdone, Canal Park and Lincoln Park both boast brick-and-mortar outposts of Love Creamery, a local artisan ice cream shop who offer a different, and delicious, kind of pint (or scoop, sundae, or cone). And, tucked into the facade of Fitger’s and boasting unbeatable lake views is Crank and Dasher, another local ice cream shop serving up delicious sweet treats that will really have the heat cooling its heels.



Head in for Some History
Escape inside and explore some of Duluth’s incredible indoor attractions. Glensheen’s gorgeous grounds offer some serious shade, but it’s the guided tours of this historic estate that are really cool. Once you’ve got a hankering for our hometown’s history, head to the Depot, a historic train station from 1892 that’s been repurposed into a cultural and community hub. Home to the Duluth Art Institute, the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, and the St. Louis County Historical Society, you can while away a hot summer day in any number of fun, educational ways. Canal park provides fun and educational respites as well, with the Great Lakes Aquarium, Lake Superior Maritime Visitors Center and the historic DeWitt Seitz building has been renovated to a thriving marketplace full of shops and restaurants.



Take a Scenic Spin
Nothing’s better than the North Shore on a sunny day. Hop in the car, blast the A/C, and head up scenic Highway 61 (your call whether or not to crank some Bob Dylan while you visit — or revisit — this stretch of open road). Grab a great breakfast at the Vanilla Bean in Two Harbors, stock up on sweets at Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen or smoked fish at Russ Kendall’s Smoke House. And then cool off with a dip into the greatest of Great Lakes before settling into to sun yourself on beaches of every color. That’s right: Silver Bay boasts the stunning Black Beach — made from harmless taconite tailings that create a one-of-a-kind shoreline, while Iona’s Beach boasts plentiful pink pebbles that clink and tinkle under the force of Lake Superior’s waves, giving this beach the nickname of “Minnesota’s Singing Beach.”



No matter which of the countless ways you choose to beat the heat during Duluth’s dog days of summer, you’re bound to find adventure and create memories.