This All-Inclusive Stay includes Tasting the Best Gourmet Game and Craft Brews the Northwoods has to offer!
October 23 – 25, 2026
Experience one of Minnesota’s most unique fall food festivals at historic Gunflint Lodge. Our annual Gourmet Game Feed & Craft Brew Weekend combines the flavors of the Northwoods with a relaxing fall getaway on the edge of the Boundary Waters.
Spend two nights in a cozy lakeside cabin, enjoy all meals, hike beneath brilliant autumn color, and gather Saturday evening for an unforgettable multi-course Forest-to-Table dining experience featuring wild game, seasonal ingredients, handcrafted cuisine, and thoughtfully paired regional craft beers.
Whether you’re a passionate foodie, craft beer enthusiast, or simply looking for an unforgettable Minnesota fall weekend, this all-inclusive getaway celebrates everything we love about autumn in the Northwoods.
Weekend Highlights
Spend the day hiking and exploring on the edge of the Boundary Waters, then come back to your cabin and enjoy a gourmet five-course wild game dinner prepared by a guest chef.
- Peak fall colors along the legendary Gunflint Trail
- Two nights in a cozy lakeside cabin or lodge room
- Multi-course Forest-to-Table Gourmet Game Dinner
- Special guest chef Kara Super-Peterson of Come To The Cook fame
- Craft beer tasting featuring regional breweries
- Complimentary use of guided Naturalist activities and hiking trails (weather permitting)
- Evenings by the fire with breathtaking lake views
- Stargazing and a chance to see the Northern Lights in an International Dark Sky Sanctuary
- Gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
- All meals included from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast
- An intimate weekend with fellow food lovers in one of Minnesota’s most beautiful wilderness settings
Come for the spectacular fall colors. Stay for the unforgettable food, craft beer, and the warmth of Minnesota’s historic wilderness lodge.
Oktoberfest Gourmet Game Feed Menu
October 23
Friday Night Pre-Flight Welcome | 5-7 pm
Homemade Sunflower Cracker with smoked Pheasant pate. Chokecherry pearls.
Included for guests on the package
October 24
Dinner | 6:30 pm
Appetizer
Deconstructed Venison Wellington
Seared venison, wild mushroom confit, crisp puff pastry, black lager reduction and fresh herbs
Bread Course
Pretzel Focaccia
Served warm with wild clover white cheddar and light beer cheese sauce
Salad Course
Confit Duck & Autumn Greens
Baby spinach and arugula with orange segments, pistachios and orange-mustard vinaigrette
Pasta Course
Elk & Stout Bolognese
Slow-simmered elk and stout Bolognese served over linguine
Entrée
Pecan-Crusted Rainbow Trout
Sage brown butter, cider risotto and roasted delicata squash
Dessert
Spiced Cake
Chai frosting, cardamom-ale apricots, white chocolate curls and salted caramel
Meet Guest Chef Kara Super-Peterson
We’re thrilled to welcome acclaimed Northern Minnesota chef Kara Super-Peterson as Guest Chef for this year’s Gourmet Game Feed Weekend.
For more than 25 years, Kara has built a reputation as one of Minnesota’s most creative culinary voices, blending regional ingredients, wild-foraged flavors, and memorable storytelling into every meal she prepare. Many know her as Come To the Cook and have experienced her work as a private chef, recipe developer and collaborator with resorts and restaurants across Northern Minnesota.
Kara’s connection to Gunflint Lodge is personal. She and her husband Ryan first discovered the Lodge while honeymooning here in 2003 and have returned many times over the years. This special weekend brings that story full circle as Kara creates an unforgettable Forest-to-Table dining experience inspired by the Boreal Forest, the Gunflint Trail, and the flavors of Minnesota’s Northwoods.
Expect thoughtfully prepared wild game, seasonal produce, locally sourced ingredients, and perhaps even a few ingredients Kara has personally foraged from the forests of northern Minnesota.
Package Lodging & Pricing
The Oktoberfest Gourmet Game Feed & Craft Beer Package Includes
- 2 nights accommodations in a fireplace cabin
- All meals from dinner Friday evening through breakfast Sunday morning
- Featuring our Saturday night five-course gourmet game feed dinner, including four-flight craft beer pairings (21+), curated and prepared by Guest Chef Kara Super-Peterson
- Unlimited use of hiking trails and guided Naturalist activities
Package Pricing Starts At
- $ 555 per person in a one bedroom Classic Cabin (minimum of 2 people)
- $ 632 per person in a Romantic Cabin (minimum of 2 people)
- $ 527 per person in a larger Classic Cabin (minimum of 3 people)
- $ 507 per person in a Gunflint Lake Home (minimum of 4 people)
- $ 499 per person in a Northern Lights Lodge Room (minimum of 2 people)
* Includes 8% resort fee. Taxes are additional. Base cabin occupancies apply
Other lodging options are available. Check online or call (800) 328-3325 for details.
Extend Your Northwoods Adventure
You’re already making the trip to one of Minnesota’s most spectacular fall destinations, why not make the most of it?
Whether you arrive a day early, stay a little longer, or start planning your next visit, autumn on the Gunflint Trail offers something new every week. From brilliant fall colors and scenic hikes to specialty dining weekends, fishing adventures, and cozy lakeside escapes, there’s always another reason to return.
Before or after your Gourmet Game Feed Weekend, consider:
Hiking in the Superior National Forest
Moose and wildlife photography
Exploring Grand Marais and the North Shore
Visit Grand Portage National Monument
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Gourmet Game Feed & Craft Brew Festival Weekend?
The package includes two nights of lodging at historic Gunflint Lodge, all meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast, Saturday evening’s Gourmet Game Feed and Craft Brew Festival dinner, guided Naturalist activities, and access to miles of scenic hiking trails.
What is the Gourmet Game Feed?
The Gourmet Game Feed is a multi-course Forest-to-Table dining experience celebrating the flavors of Minnesota’s Northwoods. The menu features expertly prepared wild game, seasonal ingredients, regional specialties, and creative culinary techniques. Each year offers a unique menu inspired by the season and locally available ingredients.
Who is preparing this year’s dinner?
This year’s Gourmet Game Feed will be created in partnership with acclaimed Northern Minnesota chef Kara Super-Peterson. Known for her creative Forest-to-Table cuisine, Kara combines locally sourced ingredients, regional flavors, and her passion for storytelling to create a memorable dining experience inspired by the Boreal Forest and the Gunflint Trail.
What kinds of craft beers will be featured?
Guests will enjoy a curated selection of regional craft beers chosen to complement each course of the dinner. Featured breweries and beer selections will be announced closer to the event and may include some of Minnesota’s finest craft breweries.
Is this event only for people who eat wild game?
Not at all. While wild game is the centerpiece of the weekend, our chefs are happy to accommodate most dietary restrictions and food allergies with advance notice. If you don’t eat wild game, please contact us before your stay so we can discuss available alternatives.
Can I attend just the dinner?
If space allows, a limited number of dinner-only reservations may be available for local guests. Because the Gourmet Game Feed is designed as part of a relaxing weekend getaway, overnight guests receive priority booking. Please call the Lodge for availability.
Is alcohol included?
Craft beer pairings during the Gourmet Game Feed are featured as part of the Saturday evening experience. The beer flight price will be announced once the specific selections are made. Additional beverages, cocktails, wine, and beer are available for purchase throughout the weekend in Justine’s Restaurant and the Northern Lights Lounge.
Is this weekend appropriate for non-beer drinkers?
Absolutely. While craft beer pairings are part of the evening, guests are welcome to enjoy the dinner without participating in the beer tasting. Alternative beverage options are available.
What else is there to do during the weekend?
October is one of the most beautiful times to visit the Gunflint Trail. Guests can enjoy brilliant fall colors, hiking, wildlife watching, photography, scenic drives, guided Naturalist activities, and simply relaxing beside the fireplace while taking in the views of Gunflint Lake.
Where is Gunflint Lodge located?
Gunflint Lodge is located on Minnesota’s legendary Gunflint Trail, approximately 45 miles northwest of Grand Marais, on the shore of Gunflint Lake and at the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The drive itself is considered one of Minnesota’s most scenic fall color routes.
Why should I choose this experience instead of a typical Oktoberfest?
Unlike traditional Oktoberfest celebrations, our Gourmet Game Feed & Craft Brew Festival Weekend combines exceptional dining, regional craft beer, cozy lodging, and the natural beauty of Minnesota’s Northwoods into one unforgettable getaway. It’s the perfect weekend for food lovers, craft beer enthusiasts, couples, and anyone looking to experience fall on the Gunflint Trail.