Welcome to North Country. Portage Brewing is a destination brewery and taproom, nestled just inside Chippewa National Forest, off the banks of Leech Lake, in Walker, MN. Our story is long - one filled with tragedy, rebirth, curiosity, and collaborations.

In 2017, we opened our doors in Walker’s original hospital with a very limited startup budget, and a mission to bring a high quality craft brewery to the community of Walker. Stemming from our roots in homebrewing, we made anything that struck our curiosity. To date, we’ve brewed 240 different brands of beer, ranging from spontaneous sours, to wood aged lagers, to classic IPAs, to everything in between.

In 2019, we experienced a catastrophic fire that destroyed our entire brewery, taking us to the very edge of needing to quit. Just a day after the fire tore through our business, we were pulled from an impossible situation by fellow brewers, neighbors, community members, and customers - giving us the energy and resources needed to rebuild what you see today.

Next time you consider traveling for a beer, be sure to come see us in North Country.

On ahead,

Jeff Vondenkamp
Founder + Owner

hours

MONDAY: 2-7PM

TUESDAY: 2-7PM

WEDNESDAY: 1-8PM

THURSDAY: 1-8PM

FRIDAY: 11AM-9PM

SATURDAY: 11AM-9PM

SUNDAY: 12-6PM

Traveling Here

Address: 107 5th St South, Walker, MN 56484

By Car: We are just south of Highway 371 on 5th Street South. Click the way-point on the right for Google Maps directions.

By Boat: We are just two blocks South of the Walker City Docks. With roughly 20 boat parking spots available, hop off and walk on up to the taproom. GPS Coordinates: 47°N, 94°W

By Bike: We are just two blocks South off the Heartland State Trail. turn onto 5th Street, heading away from the lake, and you'll see us just off to the left. Bike parking is available around back.

Address
107 South 5th Street
Walker, MN 56484

Email
hello@portagebeer.com

Phone
218.547.6217