John G Munson arrived in Duluth 07/30/2026

 

 John G Munson arrived in Duluth this morning to refuel

Viking Octantis departed Duluth 07/27/2026

 

Viking Octantis departed Duluth after cooling off for the day!

Viking Octantis arrived in Duluth 07/27/2026

 

 Viking Octantis arrived in Duluth early this morning with passengers for a day visit

Harbor Sails 07/22/2026

 

 The Wednesday night races were a beautiful sight to see.

James R Barker departed Duluth 07/20/2026

 

 James R Barker departed Duluth this morning loaded with iron ore pellets.

Wilfred Sykes departed Duluth-Superior 07/18/2026

 

 Wilfred Sykes departed Duluth-Superior this afternoon after a month long layup for repairs. The Sykes blasted the visitors in Canal Park with multiple blasts from the past.

CLYDE S VANENKEVORT arrived in Duluth 07/16/2026

 

 CLYDE S VANENKEVORT arrived in Duluth this evening to load iron ore pellets.

BBC Kolding arrived in Duluth 07/12/2026

 

 BBC Kolding arrived in Duluth Sunday evening loaded with machinery to be unloaded at the Port Terminal.

Hon James L Oberstar departed Duluth 07/09/2026

 

 Hon James L Oberstar departed Duluth this afternoon empty.

Federal Churchill departed Duluth 07/08/2026

 

 Federal Churchill departed Duluth this morning after unloading cement.

Presque Isle arrived and Joseph L Block departed Duluth 07/06/2026

 

 Presque Isle arrived and Joseph L Block departed Duluth this morning.

Distant Storms - 06/30/2026

 

Powerful thunderstorms moved just north of Duluth early this morning, producing a fabulous light show as shown in the time-lapse video from the South Pier Lighthouse Cam.

Humbergracht arrived in Duluth 06/28/2026

 

Humbergracht arrived in Duluth today to unload machinery at the Port Terminal

Pearl Mist departed Duluth 06/27/2026

 

 The 210-passenger cruise ship Pearl Mist departed Duluth this afternoon. Operated by Pearl Seas Cruises, the elegant small ship brings visitors from around the world to experience the beauty, history, and maritime heritage of the Great Lakes. For the ship watchers: Pearl Mist measures 335 feet in length with a beam of 56 feet and carries up to 210 passengers attended by a crew of approximately 70. At just over 5,100 gross tons, her smaller size allows her to visit ports and waterways inaccessible to many larger cruise ships. Built in Halifax, Nova Scotia, she has been sailing the Great Lakes since 2014 and was extensively refurbished in 2023. Farewell, Pearl Mist! We hope your passengers enjoy their Lake Superior.

Pearl Mist arrived in Duluth 06/26/2026

 

 Pearl Mist arrived in Duluth this morning with passengers for a day visit.

Grandma's Marathon 50th Anniversary Drone Show

 

 Last night's drone show over Bayfront Park provided a spectacular finale to the 50th anniversary celebration of Grandma's Marathon weekend. Hundreds of illuminated drones filled the Duluth sky, creating synchronized images that celebrated both the marathon's rich history and the spirit of the Northland. Set against the backdrop of Lake Superior and the Aerial Lift Bridge, the show brought together runners, volunteers, residents, and visitors in a shared moment of wonder. The brilliant aerial display was a fitting tribute to five decades of Grandma's Marathon, reminding everyone that the event is more than a race—it is a cherished community tradition that continues to inspire and unite generations.

Viking Polaris arrived in Duluth 06/21/2026

 

 Viking Polaris arrived in Duluth this morning wit passengers for a day visit.

Victory II arrived in Duluth 06/18/2026

 

 Victory II arrived in Duluth this morning with passengers for a day visit.

John G Munson arrived in Duluth 06/15/2026

 

 John G Munson arrived in Duluth loaded with limestone.

The Perfect View of Duluth