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Set The Hook Guide Service 

4.9
(54 reviews)
 3746 Sunset Drive, Spring Park, MN 55384, United States–
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Set The Hook Guide Service 

Spring Park, MN, United States
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20 ft
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4.9
(54 reviews)
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Set The Hook Guide Service is located in Spring Park and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Todd aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you're after! Depending on the trip and species, you'll be using techniques like trolling, jigging, and spinning. You're looking at 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Pike, Crappie, Walleye, Bass, Sunfish, and Muskellunge, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your adventure begins on board a 20 Ranger boat that can fit a maximum of 4 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box and wireless trolling motor. Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you're free to make it a family adventure.

All rods, reels and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. If you don't catch a fish your next trip is free.

Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Set The Hook Guide Service.

Set The Hook Guide Service is located in Spring Park and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Todd aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you're after! Depending on the trip and species, you'll be using techniques like trolling, jigging, and spinning. You're looking at 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll usually go after the likes of Pike, Crappie, Walleye, Bass, Sunfish, and Muskellunge, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your adventure begins on board a 20 Ranger boat that can fit a maximum of 4 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box and wireless trolling motor. Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you're free to make it a family adventure.

All rods, reels and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. If you don't catch a fish your next trip is free.

Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Set The Hook Guide Service.

Todd Stauffer
Captain
Todd Stauffer
21 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle

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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Walleye
Crappie
Pike (Northern)
+3
US $425
Entire boat: 2 people
Half day trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Walleye
Crappie
Pike (Northern)
+3
US $425
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Walleye
Crappie
Pike (Northern)
+3
US $525
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Walleye
Crappie
Pike (Northern)
+3
US $625
Entire boat: 2 people
There are 19 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

4.9
54 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (83)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (54)

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Rich Murphy
Rich Murphy
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great time
Half day trip on October 3, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

Todd is very knowledgeable and made sure we had a great time

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Northern Pike
Todd Stauffer
Response from Captain

Thanks Rich! You and your son did a good job catching Northern Pike and bass this morning.

Linda Sinnett
Linda Sinnett
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Exceeded Expectations
3/4 Day Trip on August 3, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Captain Todd was amazing. So kind and helpful. We hope to be back again and wiuld choose him for sure. The 2 boys age 12 abd 16 had never fished fir pike and loved it.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Northern Pike
Todd Stauffer
Response from Captain

Thanks Linda. I'm glad the boys caught some pike.

Eric Gong
Eric Gong
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great for beginners!
Half day trip on October 12, 2026 • 3 adults

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Northern Pike
Todd Stauffer
Response from Captain

Thanks Eric! The group caught on quickly and did a good job catching pike, bass and a muskie.

Brody Buck
Brody Buck
Repeat angler
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
30 fish on the day!
3/4 Day Trip on June 20, 2026 • 2 adults

By all accounts, great day on the lake. PB bass and first ever pike for me and my wife. 30 fish on the day not too shabby!! grwat weather. Todd was a great guide!

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Northern Pike
Sunfish
Smallmouth Bass
Todd Stauffer
Response from Captain

Thanks Brody! It was a fun day with you guys, you kept me busy netting fish for sure.

Mark Msenheimer
Mark Msenheimer
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
3/4 Day Trip on September 12, 2026 • 2 adults

Great trip. Todd was super nice and knowledgeable. Would recommend. Thanks Todd. Skol!

Todd Stauffer
Response from Captain

Thanks Mark! You guys caught fish and went to a great Vikings game.

FAQs about Set The Hook Guide Service

Set The Hook Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half day trip (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Set The Hook Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Set The Hook Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Sometimes we will use livebait which is included in the trip.)
  • Lures
Set The Hook Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Set The Hook Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Ice fishing
Top targeted fish species with Set The Hook Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Crappie
  • Muskellunge (Musky)
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Sunfish
  • Walleye

Your captain

Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer
Spring Park, Minnesota, United States
14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
54 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2022
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
If you don't catch a fish your next trip is free. I've been guiding on Lake Minnetonka for 16 years.
Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
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reports
54
reviews
2022
member since
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If you don't catch a fish your next trip is free. I've been guiding on Lake Minnetonka for 16 years.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Muskellunge (Musky)
Muskellunge (Musky)
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Sunfish
Sunfish
Walleye
Walleye
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Muskellunge (Musky)
Muskellunge (Musky)
Northern Pike
Northern Pike

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler proudly holding a Northern Pike while fishing on a scenic lake.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Rich M.
    Rich M.
    Todd is very knowledgeable and made sure we had a great time
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while seated in a fishing boat on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Northern Pike
    Mark M.
    Mark M.
    Great trip. Todd was super nice and knowledgeable. Would recommend. Thanks Todd. Skol!
  • An angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing on a lake, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Northern Pike
    Meg G.
    Meg G.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    We trolled for Northern Pike this morning on Lake Minnetonka. The weather was great and my clients did a great job. The biggest pike was just shy of 30" and stayed down deep till it got to the boat. They also reeled in a few bass before the trip was over.
  • Young angler holds a large spotted freshwater fish aboard a fishing boat, with family members and rods visible on a sunny lake.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Christy M.
    Christy M.
    We caught some fish, but more importantly we caught some quality time with each other on a beautiful lake on an amazing day. The captain showed us all of his secret spots.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the vibrant colors of the fish against the clear blue water.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Today we had a good day catching Northern pike and largemouth bass. My clients put 30 fish in the boat by the end of the trip. The pike have been hitting crankbaits being trolled on the weed edge.
  • A happy angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Largemouth Bass
    Brody B.
    Brody B.
    By all accounts, great day on the lake. PB bass and first ever pike for me and my wife. 30 fish on the day not too shabby!! grwat weather. Todd was a great guide!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Yesterday's trip the bass my clients caught were in 2-6' of water. They caught them on mostly wacky worms and chatterbaits. They caught a total of 58 bass in 8 hours with the biggest bass just shy of 20".
  • An angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing from a boat on a clear day.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Billy V.
    Billy V.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Northern Pike while fishing on a lake during an overcast day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Northern Pike
    Sean & Marcie K.
    Sean & Marcie K.
    Had fun even in the cold and rain! My son loved it. Todd was great to talk to and super helpful to learn

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Dual console
Engine model
Mercury 250 Pro XS
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
62 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Ice Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Sometimes we will use livebait which is included in the trip.
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
There are no age limits.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 Checks

What’s biting in Spring Park right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Smallmouth)Bass (Smallmouth)
CrappieCrappie
Muskellunge (Musky)Muskellunge (Musky)
Pike (Northern)Pike (Northern)
SunfishSunfish
WalleyeWalleye

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