Looking for fun things to do in Duluth? Check out these rad happenings right here at Zenith Basecamp.
EXPERIENCES + Events
Featured Experiences
Zenith Basecamp is built for people who feel most at home when they’re exploring. Our Featured Experiences are a curated collection of Duluth and North Shore adventures designed to help you make the most of your stay.
Book select experiences alongside your reservation or add them before you arrive, and let our team help coordinate the details. Spend your days paddling Lake Superior, cruising the harbor with Vista Fleet, exploring Duluth by e-bike, relaxing in a hammock, or connecting with nature through guided forest bathing. Looking for something more adventurous? Join a guided climbing experience at Ely’s Peak or catch some fish during a guided fly fishing trip.
Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, an active North Shore adventure, or simply a chance to slow down and enjoy summer on the lake, Zenith Basecamp makes it easy to experience the best of Duluth.
Guided Experiences
Make the most of your time in Duluth with guided experiences that help you explore the region like a local. From rock climbing at Ely’s Peak and fly fishing along Lake Superior’s North and South Shore to guided forest therapy, trail running adventures, sunrise paddle tours, and narrated harbor excursions aboard Vista Fleet, there’s an experience for every pace and interest. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, connect with nature, or simply take in the scenery, Zenith Adventure's trusted local guides provide the expertise and insight to make your adventure memorable. Reserve your experience when booking your stay at Zenith Basecamp, and we’ll help coordinate the details so you can focus on enjoying Duluth.
Equipment Rentals
Explore Duluth at your own pace with outdoor equipment rentals designed to get you closer to the adventure. Cruise the Lakewalk on an e-bike or cruiser bike, tackle rugged North Shore trails on a mountain bike, or head out on the water with an inflatable kayak or Paddle North paddleboard. Whether you're looking for a leisurely afternoon or an active day of exploration, our rental options make it easy to experience Duluth’s trails, shoreline, and scenic beauty. Reserve your gear when booking your stay at Zenith Basecamp, and we’ll help coordinate the details so you can spend less time planning and more time adventuring.
Duluth Adventure Weekend
This is built for travelers who want to experience Lake Superior without piecing everything together themselves. Getaway includes a 2-night stay at Basecamp, 2 SUP rentals or tandem Kayak rental, Sunset Dinner Cruise on Lake Superior, Coffee & Tea tray, and Late Check-out.
Plan your north shore itinerary
Not sure where to start? Answer a few quick questions and we'll send you a customized North Shore itinerary that fits your pace, season, and interests right to your inbox. All itineraries are created by our local staff, just for you.
Community Events
Looking for something to do while you're in Duluth?
look no further.
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6:35pm Duluth Huskies Baseball Game
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6pm Tortoise and Hare Run Club
6:35pm Duluth Huskies Baseball Game
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5pm Community Game Night at Duluth Folk School
6pm The Flying Tortoises Run Club
6:35pm Duluth Huskies Baseball Game
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. Eliza Wilson
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7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Old Time Jam Session
5pm Folk School Night at Duluth Folk School
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Open Mic at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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6pm Tortoise and Hare Run Club
6:35pm Duluth Huskies Baseball Game
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5pm Community Game Night at Duluth Folk School
6pm The Flying Tortoises Run Club
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. Luke Moravec
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. The Lindula Brothers
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5:30pm Duluth Folk School Community Trivia
6:35pm Duluth Huskies Baseball Game
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Old Time Jam Session
5pm Folk School Night at Duluth Folk School
5:05pm Duluth Huskies Baseball Game
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
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5pm Open Mic at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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6pm Tortoise and Hare Run Club
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5pm Community Game Night at Duluth Folk School
6pm The Flying Tortoises Run Club
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. The Lindula Brothers
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5:30pm Writers Open Mic Night at Duluth Folk School
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Old Time Jam Session
5pm Folk School Night at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
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5pm Open Mic at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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6pm Tortoise and Hare Run Club
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5pm Community Game Night at Duluth Folk School
6pm The Flying Tortoises Run Club
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. Greg Tiburzi
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. Andy Hause
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
5:30pm Speed Friending at Duluth Folk School
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Old Time Jam Session
5pm Folk School Night at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
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5pm Open Mic at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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6pm Tortoise and Hare Run Club
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5pm Community Game Night at Duluth Folk School
6pm The Flying Tortoises Run Club
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. Misisipi Mike
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
5:45pm Speed Friending at Duluth Folk School
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5pm Old Time Jam Session
5pm Folk School Night at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Open Mic at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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6pm Tortoise and Hare Run Club
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5pm Community Game Night at Duluth Folk School
6pm The Flying Tortoises Run Club
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. The Lindula Brothers
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
6:30pm Lake Superior Live Music Cruise ft. Misisipi Mike
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5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
5:30pm Duluth Folk School Community Trivia
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5pm Old Time Jam Session
5pm Folk School Night at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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5pm Open Mic at Duluth Folk School
5:25pm Sips on Superior Cruise
7:30pm Sunset Dinner Cruise onboard the Vista Fleet
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