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NEW Luxury 24” Family Friendly Pontoon. Enjoy the water and sunshine!

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22 ft pontoon available for charter in the twin cities area.

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Minnetonka, MN

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Inver Grove Heights, MN

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23’ Berkshire...

Amazing boat on a great lake. The float mat was loved by the kids. We would definitely rent again.

Seadoo Switch...

The boat was ready and loaded right on time. It worked well and was very clean -- good experience.

22ft 115HP...

Jean-Philippe was there to meet us. He is very patient with us and gave us clear instructions. We love his boat and...

Sea Ray Lake...

Eric and Cole were excellent! Great communication and wonderful people. They explained everything well and the boat...

Caylea & Curt were great to work with and were accommodating to our needs and wanting to rent their boat for 12...

17’ Lund Fishing...

Great communication, excellent experience on Lake Minnetonka!

Pontoon 24ft Sun...

Seth was super communicative and helpful. Boat was in great shape and had everything we needed. Ended up with great...

newer 2023...

NEW Luxury 24”...

We had a great day! Nick was very nice. He was easy to work with and very responsive. It was a 91° day with 6 hours...

We had a great time on the boat. It was a beautiful boat and spacious for our family of 5!

Seth is a nice guy, responsive, very helpful! Great rental from Seth!

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Lake Minnetonka Boat Cruise

Memories to last a lifetime.

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June 6, 2024

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Simply The Best Lake Minnetonka Boat Cruise

Explore beautiful Lake Minnetonka on a fantastic party cruise! We offer four unique party boats that are the perfect way to spend time with family and friends on the lake. We can also work closely with your company to plan fantastic small-group cruises and corporate events. We off no minimum on our public cruises which start at $55/per person. But our private cruises range from $35-49/person based on the time of day! If you want to book a private cruise, book for the minimum (10 tickets) and add more people later! Its that simple! The boat capacity is 18 people on most boats! All tours are BYOB! Which makes us the only charter boat on Lake Minnetonka!

Our tiki-themed cruise boat is ready for fun! Bring your bachelor or bachelorette party, birthday bash, family trip, and neighborhood outings. The TikiTap can accommodate up to 18 partiers. For a truly great cruise in downtown Excelsior, we've got the RegularTap cruise for a group of up to 14 fun-loving people.

Meet LazyTap Party Pontoon, at 300 square feet, this is our largest party boat. This active tour boat offers the true laid back pontoon boating experience, which are great for active tour groups and team building. You are free to move around the boat as much or as little as you want. The LazyTap always impresses with its views of Lake Minnetonka, the 100 square feet on the upper deck is sure to give you the feeling that this boat never ends! Stretch out and enjoy this massive vessel for your private party.

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TikiTap-Back Channel Brewing

Our 100 minute cruise our Tiki Pub (yes, its a Tiki Themed Party Pontoon Boat and has ZERO pedals) boat offer the perfect scenic escape! It's our #1 Boat Tour for Bachelorette Parties!

This is our newest boat on Lake Minnetonka for the season. This adventure is perfect for any corporate event, private birthday party or just for fun on a bachelorette or bachelor parties!

This is the newest and largest single boat we offer and is 26 feet long and almost 12 feet wide! This party boat includes comfortable bar stool seating around the custom tiki bar, and seating for maximum of 18 total guests with plenty of walking room around the almost 300 square foot deck.

Enjoy our one of a kind Tiki Themed bar to rest your beer, wine, or cocktails.

Do you have any worry about a bathroom? Don’t! this boat does come equipped with a full bathroom for you to use.

Worried about rain? Don’t! We have a large canopy that covers 70% of the TikiTap! If this boat is open, book it soon as this is for sure the first one to be reserved.

Things to Know: What to know:

100 minutes long Bluetooth music BYOB Bathroom on board Departs out of Back Channel Brewing in Spring Park 300 square feet of usable room Holds up to 18 guests Pricing: $35-$49/person Private Cruise (10 or more required tickets to make it private) 135 HSP Gas Motor

Private Tours (All Boats)

PaddleTap is proud to offer private tours on all of our party boats! These one-of-a-kind Tiki Boats, Pedal Pubs, or Party Pontoons can be rented out on Excelsior Bay or Seaton Channel! Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Minnetonka!

Take a peek at all our boating options and which locations they start from. You will truly love this experience for any Bachelorette, Birthday or Corporate outing!

All private tours are charged on a per person fee. Prices range from $35-$39/person Monday-Wednesday and $35-$45/person Thursday-Sunday with a $4/increase for prime summer on all tickets in July. 10 Tickets or more are required to reserve a private boat. We have a public option that is $55/person if you have less than 10.

Our Lowest cost boat is our Original PaddlePub out of downtown Excelsior ($35/person) the rest of our boats are closer to $39-45 most days

2.5 hour Private Tour-Private Tour Back Channel Brewing (18 max)

PaddleTaps longest tour of the season-2 hours and 30 minutes! This tour is new for 2024, and only being offered starting in June of 2024.

Explore Lake Minnetonka in the fall where the leaves start changing. Explore the channels and bays that the larger charter boats cannot offer. Bring your own beverages, some snacks and let us drive you around West Arm/Seaton Channel/Cooks Bay for 2.5 hour on the water, our longest cruises of the year! We will get up and close to some of the best fall colors Lake Minnetonka offers. This tour will have a bathroom on board as well with bluetooth music.

This tour will either be on our largest 30 foot LazyTap double deck boat, or the 25 foot TikiTap boat. Depending on boat availability with other tours being offered"

Pricing is $70/person for the 2.5 hours, and private bookings require 8 tickets to be purchased as a down-payments are utlizied before the season starts to reserve your boat. But you are more than welcome to book as many seats as you need up to the boat maximum of 18 guests.

Small Group/Public Tour (All Boats)

Do you have a smaller group? Or just don't want to rent the entire boat? Book our per seat boating option! Perfect for those smaller groups who still want to go out and celebrate that Birthday/Bachelorette or even just a night out! This option does have a requirement of of 6 guests to guarantee it will go out. But you only pay for as many seats as you want. This option is not guaranteed private, and it is very likely you will be paired with other people! (we offer private cruises that start with 8 ppl-18 ppl)

This public option is only available out of our Back Channel Brewing Location (LazyTap or TikiPubs) and downtown Excelsior on our original Pedal Pub Boat Cruise.

LazyTap Double Deck-Back Channel Brewing (18 person boat)

PaddleTap’s #1 boat tour! For the people who like to take it easy on the lake! Our LazyTap Party Boat ride has your name written all over it. This is our only double deck party boat that is massive! PaddleTap offers one boat for 2024. This boat can hold up to 18 guests!

Both boats offers two levels and covers at least 300 of deck space on the main level with an additional 100 square feet on the upper deck! This boat has zero pedals and is the true lazy experience that can hold up to 18 total guests!

These boats offer a private party bar down the middle for you to load up with your own drinks and bench seating all the way down on both sides.

We have a large wide open space in the front where people can move around and take in the views, or sit in our comfy seating all around.

This is our only boat that can allow swimming (on requests) which has a ZERO alcohol policy. If you want to swim no alcohol is allowed. but it still does only last 100 minutes. If you do choose to swim, we limit it to four people at one time and must wear a life jacket (provided) BUT ZERO ALCOHOL. Swimming on our LazyTap is only allowed out of Back Channel. We do not allow it out of Downtown Excelsior.

The LazyTap has a large 150 HSP motor, we can cover a fair amount of lake to enjoy everything that Lake Minnetonka offers! Our pickups are out of Back Channel Brewing, Lord Fletchers, Downtown Excelsior or Wayzata. What to know:

Private boat captain 100 minutes long Bluetooth music BYOB Bathroom on board Departs out of Back Channel Brewing in Spring Park 400 square feet of usable room (two levels) Holds up to 14-18 guests (depending on the boat you select) Pricing: $39-$45/person Private Cruise (10 or more required tickets to make it private) *$4/more a person from July 12th-August 4th 2024* 150 HSP Gas Motor Zero Pedals (not even an option here)

RegularTap Paddle Pub-Downtown Excelsior (lowest cost boat)

PaddleTap is proud to offer private tours on our only downtown Excelsior powered party boat! These one of a kind Pedal Pubs can be rented out on Excelsior Bay!

Our Paddle Pub "RegularTap" Party Boat, holds a maximum of 14 people! This is great for private cruises who want to depart out of the award winning downtown Excelsior which is only 20 minutes from Minneapolis!

Plenty of local bars and restaurant’s such as: -Maynards -Excelsior Brewing -Haskells (also a liquor store for any last minute items) -Lago Tacos or The Suburban that are walking distance from our pickup location!

This is definitely the spot on the lake with the most action. You can even see the famous “Big Island” on your cruise if you ask your captain! What to know:

100 minutes long Bluetooth music BYOB Departs out of Downtown Excelsior 250 square feet of usable room Holds up to 14 guests Pricing: $39-$49/person Private Cruise (8 or more required tickets to make it private) 25 HSP Gas Motor Peddling (optional)

Electric Duffy Boat Rental (Downtown Excelsior)

Enjoy the newest boat rental on Lake Minnetonka. Departing daily out of downtown Excelsior. Walking distance from many local bars and restaurants. Enjoy the only eco friendly, battery operated Duffy boat rentals on Lake Minnetonka. Slowly cruise around Excelsior bay in style and enjoy the calm waters of the no wake areas of St. Albans and Excelsior Bay. This boat does not have a boat captain provided, and the renter is required to drive the boat. Don't worry about an agenda and drive at your own pace. Boat rentals are allowed for small groups and large groups. Large groups can hold up to 12 guests. As pricing is based off of the boat and if you want a small or large group rental. Rentals can last anywhere from 2-3 hour long, you decide when you book! For more information checkout our sister company www.Electricshores.co to learn more!

Why choose us?

Fantastic Tour Boats On Lake Minnetonka

Our friendly service sets us apart from other boats offering private and public cruises on Minnetonka. Our private cruises have a friendly, knowledgeable captain at the helm guiding your cruise to some of the best spots in Minnetonka. All our cruises have Bluetooth speakers and coolers on board. For the true booze cruise party experience, most of our boats are ready for you to bring your choice of beverages to offer your personalized bar service. What also makes our cruises so unique is we charge a flat fee per person and all tours are bring your own beverage (BYOB). Private cruise you will only pay for the number of tickets you select!

Private boat tours have a flat per-person charge ranging from $39-$49/person. Private tours require at least 10 tickets to be purchased at the time of booking. You can always add more tickets as needed to boat capacity. Our small group/public seats combine smaller groups. Requiring our first booking to be at least 4 tickets, and then single tickets are allowed after!

Top Rated BYOB Private and Public Boat Cruises

We are the best party boats on Lake Minnetonka. The #1 Bachelorette Party boat in Minnesota and we've been rated 5 stars by our customers! We carry a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We are the only charter boat company on Lake Minnetonka to offer a flat per-person charge for private boat cruises!

Private Captains Every Tour

We have private captain on every tour. You will have a private captain to guide you through the tour and make sure you have a great time!

Private Tours: Fixed Pricing up to 10 guests! Per person charge over 10 until boat maximum!

Our private tours are fixed up to 10 guests! Per person charger for larger groups up to the boat maximum!

Discover Lake Minnetonka

In Minnesota, the land of lakes, Minnetonka is arguably the most popular. In early 1900 Big Island on Minnetonka was home to the Big Island Amusement Park. Visitors would take the ferry cruise out to the island during the summer to enjoy an afternoon with the family or a romantic Friday night for couples. The amusement park was eventually demolished, and the island is now a municipal nature park. Lake Minnetonka now is home to being the #1 Party lake in Minnesota, and ranking in the top 10 on most nationwide lists!

Beautiful historic mansions surround Minnetonka, many owned by celebrities. The largest was the former Pillsbury mansion, a 32,000-square-foot home that was demolished, and the land was divided to sell in smaller parcels. On a Minnetonka cruise, a knowledgeable local captain will point out some of the lovely homes around the lake. With more than 30 bays on the lake, cruises are a great way to explore all the nooks and crannies.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum amount of people i need to reserve a private cruise.

Yes! Our private tours are priced per person ranging from $39-$49/person. 10 tickets are required to book privately. You can book up to the boat maximum if you have a larger party. If you don't have 10 tickets we do offer a $55/person on our public cruise.

How Long Does Each Boat Tour Last?

All of our standard tours last 100 minutes long. We do have a 2.5 hour cruise set to departure for 2024. This tour will only depart out of our Back Channel Brewing location and take aboard our LazyTap or TikiTap boats with limited availability.

What is your cancelation policy? Do you allow deposits to reserve?

Our cancelation policy is simple. 30 days out you can cancel and get a full refund. 0-29 days all sales are final. If we end up having bad weather (unsafe boating conditions), we allow rain checks. This decision is typically made on the day of your cruise. We do offer Trip Insurance which can be purchased at the time of checkout. That allows refunds 14 days out from the cruise and must purchase it at the time of checkout.

We do not allow deposits for online reservations currently. If you are still waiting for the final count before booking, we recommend just booking the minimum amount of 10 people for the lowest cost. You can always add more people later!

Are the Paddle Pubs BYOB food and drinks?

Our Lake Minnetonka Downtown Excelsior is BYOB and so is our Back Channel Pickup, and coolers are allowed. If you want our staple Lord Fletcher’s pickup on Lake Minnetonka, you must first purchase drinks from them (off sale). Coolers will not be allowed at all at Lord Fletcher’s pickup. When you book a boat ride, a link will be emailed to you, so you can easily place your order from Lord Fletcher’s. You are always able to bring your own food and snacks as well.

**Ice is not provided**

Is There Music on the Paddle Pub and the other Party Boats?

Yes, each tour boat offers Bluetooth connection, so you can sync your smartphone and start listening to your favorite tunes the moment we head out onto the lake.

What happens if we get sick on the boat?

While most people are fine on the boat, one in awhile someone gets sick. If that is the case we have the right to charge your credit card $100-250 per incident depending on the amount of cleanup needed

Is Swimming Allowed?

We do not allow swimming on our classic pedal pub (PaddleTap Boat) tours or the TikiTap Tour. We do allow swimming on the Lazytap only. People who choose to swim must wear a life jacket (provided) and only 4 in the water at a time. This will only be available out of our Back Channel Location (Excelsior LazyTap doesn’t allow swimming)

Is Fishing Allowed on a Paddle Pub?

We don’t allow fishing on any of our boat tours. We leave that work up to the pros on Lake Minnetonka.

Are Bathrooms On Board Your Paddle Pub?

We do have a bathroom aboard our LazyTap, TikiTap and SuperTap booze cruises. The only boat without a bathroom is our RegularTap out of Downtown Excelsior. The duration of the LazyTap is 2 hours long, and the other boats are 100 minutes. However, our pedal-powered RegularTap out of Excelsior does not include a bathroom. But don’t worry, we have many friends on the lakes, so we can stop as needed, if you need a break.

Can we Tip the Boat Tour Guides?

Yes! If you enjoy your trip, your paddle captain will appreciate it! Most also have Venmo! You can also pre tip online when you reserve your tour.

How Do I Book a PaddleTap Boat Tour?

Booking a boat ride on Lake Minnetonka is easy! Click Book Now and decide which boat and location options you like best to celebrate an upcoming event or team building outing. For questions about any of our boat rides, contact us today! We just have click "Book Now". Depending if your purchase is more date driven or experience driven.

If you notice one of the boats you wanted is booked, please look at the other boat options some boats are more popular than others. Or give us a call and we can also help plan your party!

How Many People Fit on Each Boat Tour?

3 of our boats (TikiTap and LazyTap boats) Can hold 18 guests. The RegularTap can hold 14 guests. You can reserve these boats as a Private Tour by purchasing 10 tickets or more. Pricing is flat per person ranging from $39-$49/person based on the time of the week.

Can You Accommodate Groups Bigger than 18?

Yes! We have multiple boats we can pair for large groups. We have had corporate events as large as 100 people before. Group sizes over 18 people isn’t an issue at all. Give us a call or email and we can help plan the details.

What Is The Minimum Amount of People to Book? Do You Have A Per Seat Option?

Our private tours require a minimum of 8 tickets to be purchased to reserve. We do offer small group/public cruises if you have less than 8 people. Private cruises during the week can get as low as $312/8 people on our Monday-Wednesday times. Most tours are $45/person on average.

If I book a private cruise now for only 10 guests, can I add more guests later onto my cruise?

Yes! You can always book a private cruise with less than 10. For us to reserve a private boat we require 10 tickets to be purchased. So book a private cruise and bring up to 10 guests! You can always add more people later

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Metro Lakes

Marina & Rentals

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About Metro Lakes Marina

Our Background

Welcome to Metro Lakes Marina! We are located on Harrison's Bay, near Seton Channel, on the beautiful shores of Lake Minnetonka. We cater to lake enthusiasts 7 days a week. At Metro Lakes Marina we strive to bring you all the fun and amenities that Lake Minnetonka has to offer. We provide boat slips, gas, rentals, a snack shop and more. Whether you are looking to spend a day on the lake with your family or just want to relax with your friends, Metro Lakes Marina has everything you will need to enjoy your day in the sun.

Our Services

Pontoon rentals.

Rent your pontoon today at Metro Lakes Marina & Rentals LLC. Rent for a half day for a quick ride or a full day to experience the entirety of what the lake has to offer. We are very flexible and will be able to accommodate to each customer. Our 25 Foot Pontoon boats can accommodate 10-12 people – Each rental includes life jackets for every passenger, instruction on how to operate the boat and a Map of Lake Minnetonka including an instructional buoy map. Our 30 Foot Pontoons are also available for groups up to 16.

Jetski Rentals

Get ready for an extreme water sports adventure on one of our Jet Skis! Come in and cruise Lake Minnetonka on our brand new 2 person Sea Doo Wave Runners. 

The best Wave Runners on the Lake Minnetonka. Bring the family in for an action packed day of fun on Lake Minnetonka.

Fishing Boat Rentals

Come on in and rent a fishing boat today. Our staff at Metro Lakes Marina & Rentals has extensive fishing knowledge on Lake Minnetonka and will help you locate the best spots to catch any type of fish. Lake Minnetonka has multiple species of game fish. These include Large and Small Mouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, as well as Sun fish and Crappies. Lake Minnetonka is also a world class Muskie fishery with numerous fish over the 50” mark. Guided fishing tours are also available!

Call or email and ask about our boat slips! Metro Lakes Marina is proud to offer slips to customers looking for a spot to store their watercraft during the summer months.

Bay Rentals MN

Jet ski and water craft rentals in mound, minnesota, discover fun on lake minnetonka with our thrilling activities.

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Yamaha VX/EX Deluxe Personal Water Craft Jet Skis Rental

From $65 + tax and fuel surcharge

We rent Yamaha VX Deluxe Personal Water Crafts (Jet Skis) right on Lake Minnetonka with a beach and picnic location. Book your rental and make a day of it!

• Hour Glass 1-8 hrs Options

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• User All Ages

Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals

Enjoy the tour around Lake Minnetonka with our Stand Up Paddle Board made to bring the best out of your solo adventure! Book your SUP to start paddling today.

Double Kayak Rentals

Have a Lake Minnetonka kayaking adventure with our double kayak rental. You and your besties can paddle in tandem, so book your spots online!

• Hour Glass 4 and 8 hrs Options

Lily Pad Rental

Bring the whole family or relax with friends on one of our favorite flotation devices! Our lily pad rentals are a great way to have fun on Lake Minnetonka, so book yours online today.

• Hour Glass 1 or 2 hrs Options

Pedal Board Rentals

Pedal with us! Experience this relaxing and fun activity cruising on Lake Minnetonka with our stand up pedal boards. Book online now!

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About bay rentals mn.

We are the oldest jet ski rental company on Lake Minnetonka operating since 1995. We are a small, family-run business, and we are now the only rental outfit with a beach front, park, and picnic location. We are offering not only new, four stroke personal watercrafts (jet skis), but also paddle boards and kayaks. Check out our Bay rentals for your next trip! 

Come and be part of the Lake Minnetonka Jet Ski and Water Craft Experience

Had a great experience with these guys. They accommodated a relatively late notice reservation (24 hours in advance), were very thorough but chill, and when my kiddo got sore and fatigued half way into our 2 hr rental, they even refunded me for our unused hour. They sure didn't have to (we already signed and paid) but it was very much appreciated. We'll be back next summer for sure.

Great experience at Bay Rentals! We rented one jet ski for 2 hours and it was perfect. Helpful staff, beautiful location, and reasonable prices. Highly recommend!

Wow!! Ken and Sean made our first time jet ski rental a breeze! They were my first call for a week rental they were so accommodating and easy to work with. Look no further and rent one of these what a blast machines. You will receive top notch service,impeccable machines,a great sense of humor and a ton of fun! Can't wait to rent again~

We had such an AMAZING experience today! Not only did we have so much fun, the staff were also accommodating and very informative. Cannot wait to do it again!!

Amazing experience. The whole Bay Rental team was great. Rented 2 machines for a family reunion on the Lake. The machines were in great condition and ran flawlessly. They were the highlight of the weekend. I would strongly recommend Bay Rental!

My husband and I rented a jet ski from Bay Rentals and it was so much fun. Ken was very helpful and funny, he gave us a map and showed us a good route around the lakes. All of the staff was very friendly. The jet ski was fairly new and worked perfectly for the two of us! We will definitely be back again!

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5400 Howards Point Road Excelsior, MN 55331

Our Services

With a variety of boats, slips, and storage facilities, howard’s point is your one-stop shop for enjoying the beauty of lake minnetonka..

We offer 14' fishing boats, 25' and 30' pontoons, and 30' tritoons that can seat up to 16 people.

We offer an abundance of slips in four convenient sizes so your boat always has the perfect parking spot.

Protect your craft against the elements with our off-season storage. We’ll wrap and store your boat so it’s ready to hit the water in the spring.

Full-Service Convenience

Howard’s point has been serving beautiful lake minnetonka in shorewood, minnesota, for close to a century. our goal is to get you on the water as quickly as possible so you can focus on the lake, not the logistics. folks from all over love howard’s point for our location, rental options, and friendly hometown service—the kind you’ll only find at a family-owned marina., summer fun on the shores of lake minnetonka, howard’s point is just one of the many great attractions on the lake. explore our favorite communities all around the lake and discover what locals love about living here. you don’t even need to step on land to find a new favorite place—or revisit an old one. just pull up to the dock at jaunty lakeside establishments like lord fletcher’s and maynard’s wharf and enjoy a bite to eat and your favorite beverage..

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Rented his pontoon out for Father’s Day 2024! Definitely recommended, Julian communication is on point and reply’s to any questions you might have fast. I had a party of 12 and we all fit comfortably inside the pontoon and there was even space for 2 more people! I did 4 hours but I definitely recommend to rent it for a full day as Lake Minnetonka and surrounding lakes are huge.

Wonderful day on the lake! Captain Dan was awesome. He was super kind and focused on safety with the kids. Made us feel at ease on the water and most of all, made sure we had an awesome time! My son just fell asleep asking “Will we see Captain Dan tomorrow?!” I think that says it all.

Cruise Lake Minnetonka on 40ft luxury Magnum Yacht

The whole experience was amazing! The boat is super unique, gorgeous and classy! Other boats were literally complimenting us on it! Fun to be on a one of a kind boat on the lake! Our captain was super pro and knowledgable. Will definitely use them again!

Captain Dan is the man. Always chatter and drove my own boat but decided to give Dan a try and he was so knowledgeable, nice, and became part of our family during our time together. I will be using Dan in the future. 5 stars

21ft Larson Bowrider Rental in Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota

I would highly recommend anyone seeking a day on the water filled with fun and relaxation to book with Eric! You can expect a seamless rental process throughout the entire transaction, Eric is amazing with communication and guidance on any questions you may have! The boat, equipment, and everything else was well maintained and operated.

Captain Dan was outstanding! He did a great job communicating before our cruise. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible with our itinerary. We had a great time out on the lake and I would highly recommend Dan to anyone looking to cruise Minnetonka!

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Your Boat Club - Lake Minnetonka

612-263-7869 | at smith’s bay 1955 shoreline drive, orono, mn 55391.

Services: Memberships, Rental, Gas, Store

Welcome to YBC – Minnetonka (Smith’s Bay)! This is one of two locations we have on this lake.

Lake Minnetonka is Minnesota’s ninth largest lake, popular among boaters, sailors, and fishermen alike. There are over 14,500 acres of water here to explore! According to lakeminnetonka.com, “the lake was formed by glacial melting in the last ice age, and covers 125 miles of shoreline. This massive, sprawling body of water is actually 40 virtually independent bodies of water.”

Parking & Check-In

Parking: At the Smith’s Bay Marina can be a bit tight on busy weekends and is limited to two vehicles per boat. Please do whatever you need to do to consolidate vehicles between you and your guests.

Check-In: At the blue boat house at the docks.

Fishing, Bait & Tackle

Popular fishing includes: Northern Pike, Walleye, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Muskie.

According to lakeminnetonkaguides.com, Lake Minnetonka is “a nationally recognized trophy largemouth bass fishery.”

Bait: D&H Rods & Tackle 3445 Shoreline Dr. Wayzata, MN 55391

For more on Minnesota fishing regulations, you can visit the MN DNR link here.

DINING + DRINKS

Lagos Tacos Lord Fletcher’s Maynard’s Yumi’s Sushi Bar

Bird House Inn B&B OTHER ACTIVITIES

Looking for other outdoor activities? Enjoy some of the gorgeous sites on and around Lake Minnetonka including: The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park, (with a playground for the kids!) or the Lowry Nature Center! And while you’re on your YBC boating outing, be sure to check out the Crane Island Historic District, an island hub of vacation properties worth sight-seeing.

Tubing & More

Tubing is allowed for members only at this location.

Tube & rope available for members with a boat reservation, at no additional cost with annual membership.

Gas & Ice

Ice: Ice for sale on site.

Gas: Gas is available to the public.

Rental and member boat reservations will come with a full tank of gas. This is separate from the boat rental cost and you will be charged for the fuel you use on your trip upon your return.

Boating Rules & Regulations

Boating rules & regulations vary per state. Click here to find out more about rules & regs in your state.

Annual Boating Memberships

Enjoy boating without the hassles of boat ownership

If you’re looking for the best way to enjoy the water without any of the hassles or high costs of boat ownership, then an Unlimited Boating Club Membership with Your Boat Club is right for you!

Daily and Multi-Day Boat Rentals on Lake Minnetonka

If you are only looking to go boating once or twice a year, the daily rental option may be the best for fit you. Our daily rental fleet is completely separate from our Member’s Only Club Boats. Rates vary by lake, boat type, and date.

Lake Minnetonka Partners

DH Custom Rods & Tackle

MEMBERS RECEIVE 10% OFF ONE CUSTOM ROD (ICE OR OPEN WATER ROD)

Exclusions may apply, contact DH Custom Rods & Tackle for more information.

Clean Lakes MN Apparel

MEMBERS GET 20% OFF!

Exclusions may apply, contact Clean Lakes MN for more information.

Surly Brewing Co.

MEMBERS GET 20% OFF SURLY'S RETAIL STORE!

Exclusions may apply, contact Surly Brewing for more information.

“We budget Your Boat Club as our ‘summer vacation.’ We wait all year for great weather in Minnesota and don't want to spend our time anywhere else. We treat YBC as our ‘cabin’ and make it a point to visit all the marinas we can. Our home marina is Lake Minnetonka and the crew does a great job with guest service and making us feel valued.”

— Heidi K., 3 Year Member

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