Park Point Beach Boardwalk – Duluth, Minnesota

To protect the fragile grasses along the Lake Superior shoreline, the City of Duluth partnered with Modular Trail Structures to design and install a boardwalk and viewing platform that would provide safe, sustainable access to Park Point Beach.

Built for Harsh Conditions

Lake Superior’s shoreline is known for its fierce weather and unpredictable storms, making durability a top priority. MTS worked closely with the city to engineer a boardwalk system capable of withstanding storm surges and large waves, ensuring long-term resilience in this dynamic environment.

Smart Footing Solutions

The project required two distinct footing types to meet environmental and structural needs:

• Non-penetrating bearing plate footings supported the majority of the boardwalk, minimizing impact on the landscape.

• On the beach, Diamond Pier footings were used to provide permanent, storm-resistant support.

Simple Design, Seamless Installation

Despite the complexity of the site and environmental requirements, the simplicity of the MTS design allowed the City of Duluth to complete the installation without the need for additional contractors—saving time, cost, and resources.