Fishing with Capt Dusty Hafner DH Custom Rods
DH Custom Rods & Tackle is located in Wayzata and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come fish with some of the best in the Midwest. Lake Minnetonka is one of the best, most underrated fishing lakes in the land of 10,000 lakes. Lake Mille Lacs trips can be accommodated with sleeping quarters at an additional cost. Your crew can work with large corporate events and even coordinate tournament-style competitive trips as a fun event.
Capt. Dusty will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 7-hour trips, mainly fishing for Bass both largemouth and small. Sunfish, Muskellunge, Pike, Crappie, and Walleye, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, trolling, ice fishing, jigging, and spinning.
Your fishing adventure starts on a 23’ Mako boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box and a wireless trolling motor.
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.
Book your trip now and hit the water with DH Custom Rods & Tackle.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (169)
+166Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
99%
Jul 31, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (AM)
What an amazing trip !!!
My 14 yr old and I went out and just hammered the bass. Capt Dusty was EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the species and their environment. He was able to get us on the action very quick and we were catching bass within the first couple of casts. We were able to set the hook on some 5lbs fish and really experienced the different style of fight. The lake is beautiful and Capt Dusty was also very informative about many of the sights you will see. We will definitely be rebooking another future trip.
My 14 yr old and I went out and just hammered the bass. Capt Dusty was EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the species and their environment....
Captain replied
Jun 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (AM)
Don’t want to miss!
What a professional captain. There is nothing like meeting a boat captain with a smile on his face and ready to fish! Not only does he know the waters & depths like the back of his hand, but he puts you on the fish and knows the perfect place to drop the bait for the big bite. He is amazing with young anglers, answers every question, while sharing his knowledge of the fish and lake. You are missing out if you don't book with Dusty. He takes his time to take photos to share with family or on social media. Thank you for an awesome time today!
What a professional captain. There is nothing like meeting a boat captain with a smile on his face and ready to fish! Not only...
Captain replied
Jul 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (PM)
Second day topped first.
Took my 8-year-old grandson out two days with Captain Dusty and the second day topped the first. On day two, after being taught how to fish by captain Dusty, my grandson caught a 5 lb 4 oz largemouth all on his own and then wanted to go after his first northern. He caught 3 of those in the first 20 minutes after we started. Two great days!
Took my 8-year-old grandson out two days with Captain Dusty and the second day topped the first. On day two, after being taught...
May 9, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (PM)
Such a fun time! Great experience
We had an amazing time on lake Minnetonka with captain dusty. Dusty was very accommodating with helping getting us in on a date short notice. We decided to do a fishing trip for my son’s birthday and I don’t know the first thing about fishing, luckily captain dusty was there to help and we caught a bunch of fish. He also captured every moment making it more memorable. I truly appreciate him and will be booking again this summer
We had an amazing time on lake Minnetonka with captain dusty. Dusty was very accommodating with helping getting us in on a date...
May 31, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (PM)
Great day on the water
We had a birthday group of five teenagers looking to celebrate by catching some fish. We had a great weather day and a variety of fish were biting. Captain Dusty was on point with great instruction, tips and top notch gear. The kids had a great time and most caught something, from Bass, Crappie and Northern Pike. Definitely recommend if you want a boat Captain who knows the lake and the spots to hit to get the fish on!
We had a birthday group of five teenagers looking to celebrate by catching some fish. We had a great weather day and a variety...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (169)
+166Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
99%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
What an amazing trip !!!
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (AM) on July 31, 2025
My 14 yr old and I went out and just hammered the bass. Capt Dusty was EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the species and their environment. He was able to get us on the action very quick and we were catching bass within the first couple of casts. We were able to set the hook on some 5lbs fish and really experienced the different style of fight. The lake is beautiful and Capt Dusty was also very informative about many of the sights you will see. We will definitely be rebooking another future trip.
My 14 yr old and I went out and just hammered the bass. Capt Dusty was EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the species and their environment. He was able to get us on the action very quick and we were catching bass within the first couple of casts. We were able to set the hook on some 5lbs fish and really experienced the different style of fight. The lake is beautiful and Capt Dusty was also very informative about many of the sights you will see. We will definitely be rebooking another future trip.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Don’t want to miss!
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (AM) on June 25, 2025
What a professional captain. There is nothing like meeting a boat captain with a smile on his face and ready to fish! Not only does he know the waters & depths like the back of his hand, but he puts you on the fish and knows the perfect place to drop the bait for the big bite. He is amazing with young anglers, answers every question, while sharing his knowledge of the fish and lake. You are missing out if you don't book with Dusty. He takes his time to take photos to share with family or on social media. Thank you for an awesome time today!
What a professional captain. There is nothing like meeting a boat captain with a smile on his face and ready to fish! Not only does he know the waters & depths like the back of his hand, but he puts you on the fish and knows the perfect place to drop the bait for the big bite. He is amazing with young anglers, answers every question, while sharing his knowledge of the fish and lake. You are missing out if you don't book with Dusty. He takes his time to take photos to share with family or on...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Second day topped first.
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (PM) on July 25, 2025
Took my 8-year-old grandson out two days with Captain Dusty and the second day topped the first. On day two, after being taught how to fish by captain Dusty, my grandson caught a 5 lb 4 oz largemouth all on his own and then wanted to go after his first northern. He caught 3 of those in the first 20 minutes after we started. Two great days!
Took my 8-year-old grandson out two days with Captain Dusty and the second day topped the first. On day two, after being taught how to fish by captain Dusty, my grandson caught a 5 lb 4 oz largemouth all on his own and then wanted to go after his first northern. He caught 3 of those in the first 20 minutes after we started. Two great days!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Such a fun time! Great experience
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (PM) on May 9, 2025
We had an amazing time on lake Minnetonka with captain dusty. Dusty was very accommodating with helping getting us in on a date short notice. We decided to do a fishing trip for my son’s birthday and I don’t know the first thing about fishing, luckily captain dusty was there to help and we caught a bunch of fish. He also captured every moment making it more memorable. I truly appreciate him and will be booking again this summer
We had an amazing time on lake Minnetonka with captain dusty. Dusty was very accommodating with helping getting us in on a date short notice. We decided to do a fishing trip for my son’s birthday and I don’t know the first thing about fishing, luckily captain dusty was there to help and we caught a bunch of fish. He also captured every moment making it more memorable. I truly appreciate him and will be booking again this summer
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great day on the water
4 Hour Trip – Lake Minnetonka (PM) on May 31, 2025
We had a birthday group of five teenagers looking to celebrate by catching some fish. We had a great weather day and a variety of fish were biting. Captain Dusty was on point with great instruction, tips and top notch gear. The kids had a great time and most caught something, from Bass, Crappie and Northern Pike. Definitely recommend if you want a boat Captain who knows the lake and the spots to hit to get the fish on!
We had a birthday group of five teenagers looking to celebrate by catching some fish. We had a great weather day and a variety of fish were biting. Captain Dusty was on point with great instruction, tips and top notch gear. The kids had a great time and most caught something, from Bass, Crappie and Northern Pike. Definitely recommend if you want a boat Captain who knows the lake and the spots to hit to get the fish on!
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