Visit Proctor 2025 Visitors Guide

A DV E N T U R E I N E V E R Y D I R E C T I O N

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The City of Proctor has incredible year-round activities and we are minutes away from Canal Park. We have trails for every skill level with easy access to the Munger Trail, Spirit Mountain Bike Park, Jay Cooke State Park and the Lake Superior Hiking Trail. Winter or Summer Trails…come to Proctor.

For OHV and Snowmobilers, you have access right from our hotels to miles of connected regional trails with plenty of trailer parking.

Proctor is the primary entrance to year-round adventure at Spirit Mountain. In the summer visit the Adventure Park with Alpine Coaster, Zip Line, Chairlift Rides, and more. In the winter Spirit Mountain offers unbelievable skiing and snowboarding with incredible views overlooking Duluth and the St. Louis River Basin.

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1. Baymont by Wyndham Proctor Overlooking Duluth and Lake Superior, Proctor, Minnesota, is a charming small town rich in history, outdoor adventure, and Midwestern hospitality.

Proctor offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and easy access to big-city amenities.

2. Duluth Inn & Suites Near Spirit Mountain 3. AmericInn by Wyndham Duluth South Black Woods Event Center 4. Black Woods Grill and Bar 5. Proctor Pizza & Sub Shop 6. Drizzled Cupcakery 7. Purple Car Coffeehouse & Rogue Eagle Mini Golf 8. Proctor Golf Course 9. South St Louis County Fairgrounds 10. Proctor Area Historical Society 11. Proctor Speedway 12. Skyline Parkway Start 13. Spirit Mountain 14. Duluth Missabe & Iron Range Yellowstone Engine #225 15. St. Luke’s Sports & Event Center

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Small-Town Charm with Big Appeal Beyond its attractions, Proctor boasts a welcoming atmosphere with locally owned businesses, communitydriven events, and a strong sense of pride. Whether you’re passing through or planning a longer stay, Proctor invites you to experience its unique blend of history, outdoor adventure, and small-town warmth.

ACTIVITIES

Proctor Historical Society The Proctor Area Historical Society was founded in 1994 to collect, preserve, and disseminate knowledge about the history of the Proctor area. As a part of this mission, volunteers of the Proctor Area Historical Society manage and maintain a historical museum located in Proctor, Minnesota, throughout the year. www.proctorhistory.org

Ride the Skyline Skyline Parkway runs from Proctor through Duluth with spectacular views of Lake Superior and the St. Louis River.

An easy ride for bikes and motorcycles meandering through the Twin Ports.

A Town Built on Railroad Legacy Proctor’s history is deeply tied to the Duluth, Missabe and Iron Range Railway, which played a vital role in Minnesota’s iron ore industry. Today, the town celebrates this heritage with the annual Hoghead Festival, a lively event featuring parades, car shows, and live music, all honoring its railroad roots. You can also view the Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range 2-8-8-4 225, one of the mighty Yellowstone locomotives – a piece of railroad history.

Proctor Golf Course Family-friendly, great for beginners, yet challenging for experienced players as well! Founded in 1927, the Proctor Golf Course is a scenic par 33 9-hole course.

We are a public course offering riding carts, rental clubs, clothing, pizza, hot dogs, and an assortment of pop and beer.

We’ll see you on the course! www.proctorgolfcourse.com

Spirit Mountain Adventure Park Hop on the “Timber Twister” Alpine Coaster or the “Timber Flyer” Zip Line for year-round fun unlike anything in the Midwest. In the warmer months, you can play 9 holes of Mini Golf, take a scenic chairlift ride, or try our lift-access awardwinning downhill mountain bike trails. And in the brisker months, you can zip down the snow-covered slopes at the 4-lane Snow Tubing Park.

Rogue Eagle Mini Golf Family-friendly spot with an 18-hole minigolf course featuring themed holes, plus an ice-cream parlor. www.rogueeagleminigolf.com/minigolf

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Lake Superior Radio Controlled Car Club The Lake Superior R/C Club is committed to creating a family-friendly environment for racers of all skill levels to enjoy racing radio-controlled cars. Events and classes are held throughout the year. www.lsrcc.us

Whitewater Rafting

Tour Duluth

Multiple different options for whitewater rafting adventures on the St. Louis River.

Proctor is lucky to have Duluth Minnesota as our neighbor. When in the area, be sure to check out Canal Park, its great food and attractions, and its incredible brewery tours.

Minnesota Whitewater Rafting www.minnesotawhitewater.com Swiftwater Adventures www.swiftwatermn.com

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Outdoor Adventures & Year-Round Fun

Fresh Air Fun

For nature lovers and thrill-seekers, Proctor is the primary entrance to Spirit Mountain, a top destination for skiing, snowboarding, and mountain biking, offering breathtaking views of Lake Superior. In the summer, locals and visitors alike gather for the South St. Louis County Fair, a beloved event filled with family-friendly attractions, delicious food, and classic fair fun.

Willard Munger State Trail The Willard Munger State Trail begins in Proctor and ends 80 miles away in Hinckley. This multi-use trail has connecting trails for hiking, bicycling, in-line skating, snowmobiling, and horseback riding. Amazing vistas and spectacular views!

Spirit Mountain Bike Park Spirit Mountain Bike Park has received national accolades and is consistently ranked as a top 5 Bike Park in the Midwest. Enjoy the amazing views of Lake Superior and St. Louis River on a liftaccessed day of biking.

Climb Ely’s Peak

Magney Snively Park

Ely’s Peak is a perfect combination of being relatively short, a little bit challenging, and has epic views of the river valley just minutes away from Proctor. The trail is also a spur or loop trail for the 300+ mile Superior Hiking Trail. So, it’s a great way to get a taste of the Superior Hiking Trail as a day hike.

Magney Snively Nature Park is near Ely’s Peak and Proctor Minnesota. The park is next to Spirit Mountain and connected to the Superior Hiking Trail.

Superior Hiking Trail

Jay Cooke State Park

The Superior Hiking Trail (SHT) stretches 310 miles from Proctor at the Wisconsin/ Minnesota border up the Lake Superior coastline nearly to the Canadian border.

Trailhead parking lots are situated every 5-10 miles apart, making the SHT ideal for day hikes, backpacking, thru-hiking and trail running.

Visit Jay Cooke State Park with its iconic suspension bridge, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings.

Park trails connect to the Willard Munger State Trail. Visit the historic cemetery and the gorge at Thomson Dam.

Lodging Proctor, Minnesota, offers a selection of comfortable and convenient hotel options, including well-known chains like AmericInn and Baymont, providing easy access to attractions in Proctor or Duluth, state parks and trails, and local attractions like Spirit Mountain.

AmericInn by Wyndham Duluth South 185 US-2, Proctor, MN 55810 www.wyndhamhotels.com 218-624-1026

Hotel Amenities: * Newly Renovated Inside and Out * Free, Hot, Homestyle Breakfast * New Fitness Center * Black Woods Grill & Bar and Conference Center Attached * Pool, Sauna and Hot Tub * New Media and Event Center

Baymont by Wyndham Proctor 9315 Westgate Blvd, Proctor, MN 55810 www.wyndhamhotels.com +1 218-216-7722

Hotel Amenities: * Adjacent to Spirit Mountain * Complimentary Hot Deluxe Breakfast * Business & Fitness Centers * Indoor Pool & Hot Tub

Duluth Inn & Suites Near Spirit Mountain 9330 W Skyline Pkwy, Duluth, MN 55810 www.choicehotels.com 218-628-0668

Hotel Amenities: * Free Deluxe Breakfast with Waffles * Large Indoor Pool, Hot Tub and Sauna * One Mile from Spirit Mountain

Dining

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Black Woods Grill & Bar 195 US-2, Proctor, MN 55810 www.blackwoods.com

Drizzled Cupcakery 520 3rd Ave, Proctor, MN 55810 drizzledcupcakery.square.site

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Proctor Pizza & Subs 204 3rd Ave, Proctor, MN 55810 proctorpizzaandsubs.com

Purple Car Cafe & Coffeehouse 26 Waterview Dr, Proctor, MN 55810

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Annual Events Proctor’s annual events offer a wide range of festivities that celebrate everything from the great outdoors to our rich history.

Find just a sampling of the events in the area here and find the full event calendar online:

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Hoghead Festival Proctor celebrates its railroad history at the annual Hoghead Festival every August which includes the Golf and Softball Tournaments, Car Show, Street Dance, Paws & Pigtails, Hylla 5K Race and Parade.

South St. Louis County Fair Come for some old fashioned family fun at the South St. Louis County Fair every July at the Proctor Fairgrounds.

Memorial Day Celebration at PACC Powerhouse Bar Bike Nights Thursdays May - September

Sunday Night Races at Proctor Speedway May - September

JUNE MS 150 Bike Ride Grandma’s Marathon Located in Duluth

Car Show at Powerhouse Bar Thursday Night R/C Car Races at the Fairgrounds June - August

Electric Boogie at R/C Track (LSRCC at Fairgrounds)

JULY South St. Louis County Fair Proctor Rodeo Off Road State Championships at R/C Track

AUGUST Hoghead Festival, Car Show, & Fireworks

SEPTEMBER Scandinavian Fest at PACC

OCTOBER Knotty Carvers Annual Show at PACC

NOVEMBER Bentleyville

Located in Duluth November - December Free shuttle service on weekends for Proctor Hotel guests

NEW TRADITIONS

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Event Venues Visit these partner websites to view their full calendar of events.

Duluth Event and Convention Center (DECC)

Spirit Mountain www.spiritmt.com

www.decc.org/events-calendar/

Proctor Fairgrounds The Proctor Fairgrounds is home to the annual St. Louis County Fair, but also homes separate venues/ businesses who host events year-round. proctorduluthfair.com

Proctor Speedway Proctor Speedway is Home to the Silver 1000 and Midsummer Night of Mayhem and Sunday Night at the Races from May – September. www.proctorspeedway.com

St. Luke’s Event Center www.stlukessportseventcenter.com

Dirt Floor Arena The Dirt Floor Arena in Proctor / Duluth is an indoor facility available for rent for private, public and/ or club shows, expositions, clinics, demonstrations, etc. dirtfloorarena.wixsite.com/proctorarena

Egerdahl Sports Facilities

Lake Superior Radio Controlled Car Club The Lake Superior R/C Club is committed to creating a family-friendly environment for racers of all skill levels to enjoy racing radio-controlled cars. Events and classes are held throughout the year. www.lsrcc.us

Choose your own Proctor adventure:

Ideas for an overnight trip to Proctor, Minnesota Enjoy a round of golf at Proctor Golf Course

Visit the Proctor Historical Society

Spend time at Spirit Mountain Adventure Park

Relax and enjoy birdwatching at Thompson Hill Dinner at Black Woods Grill & Bar Watch the sunset while driving on Skyline Parkway Call it a night at one of Proctor’s Quality Hotels Grab your morning coffee at Purple Car Coffeehouse & Cafe Visit the Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range 2-8-8-4 225 Go for a hike at...

Superior Hiking Trail

Climb Ely’s Peak

Willard Munger State Trail

Magney Snively Park

Jay Cooke State Park

Grab a late lunch at Proctor Pizza End the day with mini golf and ice cream at Rogue Eagle Mini Golf

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