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Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City 

4.9
(30 reviews)
 201 South Franklin Street, Lake City, MN 55041, United States–
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Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City 

Lake City, MN, United States
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20 ft
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4.9
(30 reviews)
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The mighty Mississippi river / Lake Pepin has a fish with your name on it, so let Dutch's Fishing Guide Service help you catch it!

Walleye, Sauger, Northern Pike, and more could be biting, depending on when you go. On these trips, it's common to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Any fish within the legal limit are yours to take home. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Make sure you have a cooler ready in the car!

Dutch's Fishing Guide Service welcomes kids aboard. Children must wear life vests, so make sure to bring your own. It's recommended to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be bottled water on board. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your adventure begins aboard a 20' Dual console that can carry up to 3 passengers. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself. You'll need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with Dutch's Fishing Guide Service?

The mighty Mississippi river / Lake Pepin has a fish with your name on it, so let Dutch's Fishing Guide Service help you catch it!

Walleye, Sauger, Northern Pike, and more could be biting, depending on when you go. On these trips, it's common to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Any fish within the legal limit are yours to take home. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Make sure you have a cooler ready in the car!

Dutch's Fishing Guide Service welcomes kids aboard. Children must wear life vests, so make sure to bring your own. It's recommended to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be bottled water on board. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your adventure begins aboard a 20' Dual console that can carry up to 3 passengers. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself. You'll need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with Dutch's Fishing Guide Service?

Mark Kruger
Captain
Mark Kruger
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Child friendly
What this charter offers
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Child friendly

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Walleye
Pike (Northern)
Sauger
Perch (Yellow)
+1
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Walleye
Pike (Northern)
Sauger
Perch (Yellow)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (50)

What anglers say

100%
Recommended

Reviews (30)

  • Hannah Walters
    Hannah Walters
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Awesome trip!

    6 Hour Trip on November 1, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great day! We didn’t catch a many fish as we wanted, but he told us that the bite hadn’t been very good all summer. We still had a great time and he cleaned one good sized fish for us to take home! I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun day in the water!!!

  • Jordan Miller
    Jordan Miller
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great Experience

    4 Hour Trip on October 23, 2026 • 3 adults

    Best day ive had in a long time such a great experience

  • Nichole Morgan
    Nichole Morgan
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2019
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip Would Highly Recommend

    4 Hour Trip on June 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had a GREAT time with Captain Mark. Caught our limit of Walleye and Saugers. Got some nice Fresh Water Drums too!! Had an amazing time. Can't wait to fish with him again

  • Jason Uecker
    Jason Uecker
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    4.3
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip on July 3, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Tris Danielson
    Tris Danielson
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    The best outing!

    4 Hour Trip on October 4, 2024 • 3 adults

    We had family in town for a wedding, specifically a 10-year old from Texas who wanted to catch a walleye. From the minute I booked, Captain Mark was responsive and kind, and kept in constant communication about where to meet and what was included. The guys caught so many fish and had a number of “keepers” that he cleaned and filleted, and we cooked up for dinner the next night. We highly recommend this charter for anyone looking to catch fish on Lake Pepin and the Mississippi. Thanks, Captain Mark!

  • Bill Myers
    Bill Myers
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Lots of fish with Mark

    4 Hour Trip on June 7, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Mark got us our limit of walleye and sauger. His boat is comfortable and well equipped and has excellent depth/fish finders. He knows the local waters very well and provided us a great experience.

  • Mark Johnson
    Mark Johnson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2023
    10 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing day with an amazing captain and guide

    6 Hour Trip on June 28, 2024 • 1 adult

    We had an incredible day on the river with Captain Mark. We caught fish and learned so much. We enjoyed the experience even when the weather and river levels did not cooperate. Mark was flexible with us as we had to make changes related to the river conditions and the weather (lots of rain this year). Thanks for a great experience. We will be back

  • Tom Melchior
    Tom Melchior
    Repeat angler
    Mexico
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing guide

    6 Hour Trip on July 25, 2025 • 2 adults

    Mark had a great boat and excellent equipment and knowledge. He was very friendly and patient with me and my son answering all questions. Highly recommend

  • Joshua Harris
    Joshua Harris
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a blast

    6 Hour Trip on June 6, 2025 • 3 adults

    Had an awesome time caught our limit and mark was great. I was able to fulfill a check mark on my grandpas bucket list and have a blast doing so

  • Robert Malackowski
    Robert Malackowski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    fantastic weekend

    6 Hour Trip on September 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    I had a free weekend while visiting Mayo made better by two days fishing with Mark. Thoroughly enjoyed 2 days on lake pepin and the mississippi. caught seven different species plus a 27” walleye.

FAQs about Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City

Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box Bring a cooler for your catch to take home.
Trips booked with Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning of the fish is included. )
  • Drinks (Bottled water)
Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Mississippi River.)
  • Lake fishing (Lake Pepin (pool 4).)
Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Handline
Top targeted fish species with Dutch's Fishing Guide Service – Lake City include:
  • Bluegill
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Sauger
  • Walleye

Your captain

Mark Kruger
Mark Kruger
Lake City, Minnesota, United States
28 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
30 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2023
Like many fishing guides, I started early in life with the passion of catching various species of fish. In my case, it was spending a lot of time learning different techniques on the Mississippi River and the larger Walleye lakes of Minnesota. For the past 8 years, I've been fishing competitively on the Minnesota Tournament Trail. I dedicate the majority of my time to fishing Walleye and Saugers. I'm a member of the Walleye Searchers of Minnesota and contribute annually to Take-a-Vet Fishing.
Mark Kruger
Mark Kruger
Fully verified
28
reports
30
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Like many fishing guides, I started early in life with the passion of catching various species of fish. In my case, it was spending a lot of time learning different techniques on the Mississippi River and the larger Walleye lakes of Minnesota. For the past 8 years, I've been fishing competitively on the Minnesota Tournament Trail. I dedicate the majority of my time to fishing Walleye and Saugers. I'm a member of the Walleye Searchers of Minnesota and contribute annually to Take-a-Vet Fishing.

The fish you can target

Bluegill
Bluegill
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Sauger
Sauger
Walleye
Walleye
Bluegill
Bluegill
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Sauger
Sauger
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly holding a large freshwater fish aboard a bass boat on a sunny river outing.
    Hannah W.
    Hannah W.
    We had a great day! We didn’t catch a many fish as we wanted, but he told us that the bite hadn’t been very good all summer. We still had a great time and he cleaned one good sized fish for us to take home! I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun day in the water!!!
  • Group selfie with adult anglers aboard a fishing boat, showing the open deck and seating area on the water.
    Jordan M.
    Jordan M.
    Best day ive had in a long time such a great experience
  • A net filled with various fish, including Walleye, resting on the deck of a fishing boat.
    Jason U.
    Jason U.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing from a Skeeter boat on a sunny day.
    Bob H.
    Bob H.
    Mark did ALL the work. Felt like we were cheating. My 22yo son reeled in a 28" walleye which was awesome. He had a good time which was the primary reason I booked the trip.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Walleye caught during a fishing trip on a scenic lake.
    Nichole .
    Nichole .
    Had a GREAT time with Captain Mark. Caught our limit of Walleye and Saugers. Got some nice Fresh Water Drums too!! Had an amazing time. Can't wait to fish with him again
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a calm river, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    A fun trip with Robert. Mixed bag of saugers, Walleye, and pike. Nice 27" walleye.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large walleye aboard a fishing boat on a wooded lake.
    Robert M.
    Robert M.
    I had a free weekend while visiting Mayo made better by two days fishing with Mark. Thoroughly enjoyed 2 days on lake pepin and the mississippi. caught seven different species plus a 27” walleye.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye while fishing on a river, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Nice bunch of walleyes and few saugers today
  • An angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a freshwater fishing trip.
    James N.
    James N.
    Mark was great,had lots of fun.
  • A family proudly displaying a Bluegill caught during a fun day of fishing on a lake, showcasing smiles and a beautiful backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Sunfish
    I think the count was 29 bluegills for that 10-year-old girl! and we lost track on the older sister. total around 80 bluegills that morning. Not a dull moment for the gills that morning.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Dual console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Bring a cooler for your catch to take home.
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning of the fish is included.
Drinks
Bottled water

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Client must bring kid's life jackets.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 PayPal
 Checks

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