River Runner Guide Service LLC 

5.0/5 (11 reviews)
 Lake Circle 101, Bayport, MN 55003, United States

River Runner Guide Service LLC 

Bayport, MN, United States
20 ft
6
5.0/5 (11 reviews)

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Spend the day with River Runner Guide Service and see what's biting on the St. Croix River. Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Jamison can tell you all about the local fishery. Leagl smoke and alcoholic beverages ok no glass please.

These waters are known for Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Northern Pike, Sauger, Sturgeon, Sunfish, Walleye, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few!

Capt. Jamison welcomes children aboard, so feel free to make a family day out of it! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

You'll be welcome aboard a 20' 5” Warrior V2090BT fully equipped, with capacity for 3 passengers or a 32' party cruiser house boat with A/C and heat and a bathroom, with a capacity of 6 passengers. (vessel will depend on trip booked) Capt. Jamison will provide rods and reels for you, as well as any tackle or live bait needed for the day

You need to have a MN or WI fishing license before the trip. This information is available online. All sturgeon will be released and walleye over 23” will be released as well.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), appropriate clothing for the conditions and beverages and snacks of your liking. I will have a cooler with ice. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Jamison below and start planning your trip today!

*Trips are conducted outside the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and do not include fishing within that area.*

Spend the day with River Runner Guide Service and see what's biting on the St. Croix River. Having logged many hours on these waters, Captain Jamison can tell you all about the local fishery. Leagl smoke and alcoholic beverages ok no glass please.

These waters are known for Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Northern Pike, Sauger, Sturgeon, Sunfish, Walleye, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few!

Capt. Jamison welcomes children aboard, so feel free to make a family day out of it! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

You'll be welcome aboard a 20' 5” Warrior V2090BT fully equipped, with capacity for 3 passengers or a 32' party cruiser house boat with A/C and heat and a bathroom, with a capacity of 6 passengers. (vessel will depend on trip booked) Capt. Jamison will provide rods and reels for you, as well as any tackle or live bait needed for the day

You need to have a MN or WI fishing license before the trip. This information is available online. All sturgeon will be released and walleye over 23” will be released as well.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), appropriate clothing for the conditions and beverages and snacks of your liking. I will have a cooler with ice. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Jamison below and start planning your trip today!

*Trips are conducted outside the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and do not include fishing within that area.*

Jamison Johnson
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 5:00 PM)
Walleye
Crappie
Pike (Northern)
Catfish
+2
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Sturgeon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (9:00 AM, 5:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Nov 30
Sturgeon
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Beach Day/Fall Color
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 31 - Oct 10
US $500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 28 - Nov 20
Walleye
Crappie
Pike (Northern)
Catfish
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Houseboat Sturgeon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Nov 30
Sturgeon
Catfish
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Sturgeon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Nov 30
Sturgeon
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Beach Day/Fall Color
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Walleye
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Houseboat Sturgeon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Nov 30
Sturgeon
Catfish
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
11 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Cody Rich
Cody Rich
us
Omaha, NE, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
July 25, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on July 25, 2026

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Tina La Haise
Tina La Haise
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Capt. Jamison was an excellent fishing guide!
4 Hour Trip - 5:00 PM on July 25, 20262 adults1 child

Capt Jamison is an experienced and knowledgeable fishing guide. He knew where the fish are, had great equipment to guide us. He was terrific with my grandsons, very patient! We caught a total of 32 fish, not all keepers but we walked away with plenty of our catch to cook and lots of memorable pictures! I highly recommend him and look forward to booking our next trip! Tina

Reported catch:
Walleye
Crappie
Catfish
Smallmouth Bass
Jamison Johnson
Response from Captain

Had a great time kids were great love the rapid fire question means their engaged!! we caugth 7 species with a gar being the last fish of the day. Thanks for being flexible with fishing techniques we were able to break the 3 of yours sturginty now lets get some big ones in the boat!!!

Jeannine Ayers
Jeannine Ayers
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Wonderful experience for our 10 year old grandson
4 Hour Trip on June 26, 20262 adults1 child

We were very impressed with the entire experience. Jamison was punctual and ready when we arrived. His boat was top notch and well equipped. He was very good with our 10 year old grandson and gave good instruction to help him catch several fish. Our grandson has not stopped talking about this experience. . He cleaned 4 nice walleye for us, but also caught Drum fish and white striped bass. It was so relaxing for us as Jamie did a lot of the work. Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Jamison Johnson
Response from Captain

what a first walleye ever at 20” that will keep him hooked!! send those pics or attach them to your response

Amar Topic
Amar Topic
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
10/10 AMAZING time
4 Hour Trip on July 24, 20263 adults

worth every penny. i highley recommend to anyone. capt jamison was super friendly and nice. knew what he was doing and we cought some river monsters

Jamison Johnson
Response from Captain

Can’t wait to do it again!!!

Colin Lacoste
Colin Lacoste
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
does everything in his power to put you on fish
8 Hour Trip on May 2, 20262 adults

The day was awesome! Jamison did everything possible to put us on fish using every technique available. but the fish bite was really slow due to my timing. Great guy, great pricing, great selection of equipment! willing be booking with him again

Reported catch:
Walleye

FAQs about River Runner Guide Service LLC

River Runner Guide Service LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 5:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Sturgeon (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Sturgeon - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Beach Day/Fall Color (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Houseboat Sturgeon (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Sturgeon (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Beach Day/Fall Color (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Houseboat Sturgeon (8 hours)
When you book a trip with River Runner Guide Service LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with River Runner Guide Service LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (On my sturgeon boat trips we do catch bait with a cast net if you would like to not waste time with that on your trip let me know so I can plan accordingly otherwise if you would like to learn about it let me know as well )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included in the trip if wanted )
River Runner Guide Service LLC offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (St. Croix River - Out the National Scenic Riverway)
River Runner Guide Service LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Ice fishing
Top targeted fish species with River Runner Guide Service LLC include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Catfish
  • Crappie
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Sauger
  • Sturgeon
  • Sunfish
  • Walleye

Your captain

Jamison Johnson
Jamison Johnson
Jamison Johnson

Bayport, Minnesota, United States

ID & license verified
11 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2025

I feel in love with fishing at 4 and that's that I have fished or hunted as much as I could from then on it's my happy place for sure. Join me for a fun fishing adventure!

ID & license verified
11 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2025

I feel in love with fishing at 4 and that's that I have fished or hunted as much as I could from then on it's my happy place for sure. Join me for a fun fishing adventure!

The fish you can target

Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Crappie
Crappie
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Sauger
Sauger
Sturgeon
Sturgeon
Sunfish
Sunfish
Walleye
Walleye
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Crappie
Crappie
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Sauger
Sauger

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Warrior
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
St. Croix River - Out the National Scenic Riverway

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Ice Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
On my sturgeon boat trips we do catch bait with a cast net if you would like to not waste time with that on your trip let me know so I can plan accordingly otherwise if you would like to learn about it let me know as well
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included in the trip if wanted

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids are more then welcome please bring any appropriate life jacket for them
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 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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