User:Dulufoto/Enger Park
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Enger Park is a 129 acre (0.522 km², 0.2016 mi², 52,2 ha) city park, located prominently on a hilltop, near the geographic center of Duluth, Minnesota.[1] The park, named for Norwegian immigrant and local furniture store proprietor Bert Enger[2], contains an iconic observation tower whose glowing green beacon can be seen for several miles. Skyline Parkway forms the southeastern boundary of the park, and Hank Jenson Drive provides access to the park's entrance as well as separates the park proper from the adjoining golf course. Its setting is nearly all second growth urban forest, although it contains one of the largest stands of mature oak trees in Minnesota.[3] The park is venerated for its landscaped gardens, commanding vistas of the Twin Ports harbor and Lake Superior, numerous hiking paths, and picnic spots. The Superior Hiking Trail bisects the park and offers spur trails to popular areas.[4]
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![]() Enger Tower is the centerpiece of Enger Park. | |
Type | Urban park |
Location | Duluth, Minnesota |
Coordinates | 46.776067°N 92.12485°W / 46.776067; -92.12485 |
Area | 129.88 acres (52.56 ha) |
Created | ca. 1870 |
Operated by | City of Duluth |
Open | May - October |
Status | Open |
Hiking trails | Yes |