Lake Superior

Great Lake · Duluth, Minnesota

Illustration of Lake Superior

Overview

Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area, and Duluth sits at its western tip.

History

The lake has been a shipping route for centuries, and many ships have been lost in its storms, including the Edmund Fitzgerald in 1975.

Today

The Lakewalk and Canal Park draw visitors along the shore year-round.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.