Share an unforgettable Thanksgiving Vacation with your friends and family in the Northwoods
November 25 – 29, 2026
A Northwoods Tradition Since 1925
Celebrate Thanksgiving the way it was meant to be—surrounded by nature, good company, and incredible food. Nestled deep in Minnesota’s Superior National Forest, Gunflint Lodge has been offering a warm, welcoming escape where you can reconnect, relax, and savor a true Northwoods holiday for more than a century.
A Place Steeped in History and Hospitality
Back in 1621, our Pilgrim ancestors started the tradition of a Thanksgiving celebration for the blessings they experienced in their lives. They invited their Native American neighbors to join them in a feast of venison, fish, corn, nuts, and berries. When the Kerfoot family came to the Gunflint Trail in 1927 they continued this tradition. They invited all the neighbors to join them, the Plummers and Cooks (their Native American neighbors), trappers, guides, loggers, and anyone else who was around. That same spirit lives on every Thanksgiving at Gunflint Lodge. It’s more than a meal—it’s a gathering, a moment to slow down, and a chance to celebrate what really matters.
Enjoy a cozy Thanksgiving cabin rental in the Minnesota Northwoods. Come enjoy a long weekend in a cozy private cabin. The delights of a traditional holiday in the woods with your family or friends. The reward of a walk through the woods after a spectacular Thanksgiving dinner. Be sure to pack your hiking boots and ready yourself for some truly breathtaking walks in the Superior National Forest.
Back in 1621, our Pilgrim ancestors started the tradition of a Thanksgiving celebration for the blessings they experienced in their lives. They invited their Native American neighbors to join them in a feast of venison, fish, corn, nuts, and berries. When the Kerfoot family came to the Gunflint Trail in 1927 they continued this tradition. They invited all the neighbors to join them, the Plummers and Cooks (their Native American neighbors), trappers, guides, loggers, and anyone else who was around.
The Experience
Gunflint Lodge sits on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where the forest meets the lake and time slows down. Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast with your loved ones without the stress of prepping, cooking cleaning. Explore the trails, relax in your cabin’s hot tub, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet of the Northwoods. Step outside after dark to look for Northern Lights dancing over Gunflint Lake—an unforgettable sight on a crisp November night.
All your meals are covered during your stay, including the huge Thanksgiving Buffet. Your mouth will water just smelling the triple smoked turkey, maple pineapple glazed ham, and roasted duck breast. Not to mention all the side dishes and desserts.
The Thanksgiving Weekend Package includes:
- Four night stay in lakeside accommodations
- All meals from dinner Wednesday evening through breakfast Sunday morning
- Thanksgiving dinner buffet
- Use of all hiking trails and guided Naturalist activities
Does not include alcoholic beverages or gratuities.
Package Pricing Starts At:
- $ 794 per person in a one bedroom Classic Cabin (minimum of 2 people)
- $ 715 per person in a larger Classic Cabin (minimum of 3 people)
- $ 720 per person/per night in a Gunflint Lake Home (minimum of 4 people)
- $ 659 per person in a Northern Lights Lodge Room (minimum of 2 people)
* Base cabin occupancies apply
Call (800) 328-3325 or Click to Book Now!
2026 Thanksgiving Menu
Football In the Northern Lights Lounge
Our scenic lounge, the Northern Lights Lounge, will be open on Thanksgiving Day starting at noon—perfect for gathering with friends or family, tuning into the football action, and enjoying a cocktail or two. We’ll be showing the full slate of the NFL Thanksgiving Day triple-header:
- Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions at 12:00 p.m.
- Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys at 3:30 p.m.
- Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills at 7:20 p.m.
So arrive early, grab a seat by the window—or the fireplace—and take in the views plus gridiron thrills.
Note: Game times subject to change; check listings on game day.
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