Barker's Island Inn

Barkers Island Inn is a full-service resort and conference center set on Barkers Island, overlooking Lake Superior just minutes from Duluth. The property traces back to Captain Barker's dream of building a getaway that could be enjoyed long after his own days in port, and today it combines lakefront lodging with flexible event space and on-site dining. For weddings and receptions, Barkers Island Inn accommodates groups of up to 280 guests, with inclusions such as skirted head tables, white linens, cutting and serving of the cake, and a complimentary guest room for the bride and groom. Meetings and larger gatherings are hosted in the Great Lakes Ballroom, a 3,000-square-foot space that can be divided into three smaller rooms — Ontario, Superior, and Michigan — or paired with the adjoining Erie Room for more intimate sessions. The Marina View Terrace, an elevated deck with a pergola, offers an outdoor option overlooking the marina. Guests can also dine at Barkers Waterfront Grille, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with lake views from its dining room and patio, and unwind in the indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, or fitness center between events.