Happy Hooker Charters Established 1976
Happy Hooker Charters Established 1976
The bountiful waters of Lake Superior are some of the best places to do freshwater fishing in the world. Combine that fact with the vast experience Happy Hooker Charters have fishing this productive area and you have the recipe for a fun and memorable fishing adventure!
Climb aboard their 32' Marinette express cruiser, originally built in 1970 and restored in 2016. She's proven the quality of her build over decades of use, now refurbished with all the modern amenities you can expect. You'll stay comfortable while hitting up to 30 knots, her maximum cruising speed. A full-head toilet, bed, and kitchen are present on board, to ensure you can focus on the fish.
Experienced captains of Happy Hooker Charters will take you after the gorgeous fish in Lake Superior, St. Louis Bay, and St. Louis River. You'll mostly troll for Lake Trout, but other species targeted are Chinook and Coho Salmon, Brown Trout, Steelhead, and Walleye. Downriggers are available to extend your reach when trolling.
You will be provided with quality rods and reels made by Shimano. The crew will clean and fillet your catch free of charge. The first mate is on board to give you a hand with anything you need, he works for tips so gratuity is greatly appreciated. Children, seniors, and veterans are more than welcome aboard!
If you're ready to see just why the Dahl family has been one of the most successful fishing charters on Lake Superior for over 40 years now, book a trip with Happy Hooker Charters!
The bountiful waters of Lake Superior are some of the best places to do freshwater fishing in the world. Combine that fact with the vast experience Happy Hooker Charters have fishing this productive area and you have the recipe for a fun and memorable fishing adventure!
Climb aboard their 32' Marinette express cruiser, originally built in 1970 and restored in 2016. She's proven the quality of her build over decades of use, now refurbished with all the modern amenities you can expect. You'll stay comfortable while hitting up to 30 knots, her maximum cruising speed. A full-head toilet, bed, and kitchen are present on board, to ensure you can focus on the fish.
Experienced captains of Happy Hooker Charters will take you after the gorgeous fish in Lake Superior, St. Louis Bay, and St. Louis River. You'll mostly troll for Lake Trout, but other species targeted are Chinook and Coho Salmon, Brown Trout, Steelhead, and Walleye. Downriggers are available to extend your reach when trolling.
You will be provided with quality rods and reels made by Shimano. The crew will clean and fillet your catch free of charge. The first mate is on board to give you a hand with anything you need, he works for tips so gratuity is greatly appreciated. Children, seniors, and veterans are more than welcome aboard!
If you're ready to see just why the Dahl family has been one of the most successful fishing charters on Lake Superior for over 40 years now, book a trip with Happy Hooker Charters!
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Francisco Santiago•
Texas, USMember since 20185.0VerifiedGreat trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 9, 2026 • 3 adultsCaught our limit of Lake Trout, 4x Salmon and 2 walleye, one being a massive 27" that was tagged. Great trip, very knowledgeable and friendly captain & mate. If you're looking to have a great time on the water and catch some fish, this is a trip you'll remember.
Tricia OlsonRepeat angler•Minnesota, US•Member since 20233 trips5.0Verifiedterrific experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 8, 2026 • 4 adultswe had a great time on our 2nd charter with Happy Hookers. the captain and 1st mate were experienced, friendly, helpful and we got our full alottment of trout and some salmon. The lake was choppy, we had some weather come in and the guys were great. We had a terrific time.
Tanner Twigg•Minnesota, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedGreat Fishing Trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 6, 2026 • 5 adultsWe caught some trout, and salmon on our trip! our captain was very knowledgeable and friendly. we had a great time and it was a great day on the lake! Would highly recommend from everyone froma beginner to an experienced fisherman.
Nicole Forster•Minnesota, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedFantastic Voyage!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 22, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childWe caught six trout and grilled them up for dinner that night! Fun and easy experience for kids and adults of all ages! Captain and crew were helpful and fun!
Jeffrey Fisk•Minnesota, USMember since 20235.0VerifiedHalf day with Joseph
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 2, 2023 • 6 adultsWe had an early morning trip with Joe and Dyson. We joked all trip long and caught a good collection of fish, we lost almost as much as we caught, but the weather was foggy and unpredictable fish. So glad we caught what we did, but the experience and entertainment was a blast! First time on superior for most of us and we all enjoyed it. The lower deck was cozy and we had basic set of rules to follow, which we all broke 😅, all in fun. Huge thanks to the crew for everything! The mini ship was a blast! Lol Dyson is a wonderful kid to have on the trip, he did a great job! If we have another vacation up in duluth, we would love to come back out again. Thank you!
Ryan Frank•Minnesota, USMember since 20255.0Verifiedgreat time with captain Dyson and Happy Hookers
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 28, 2025 • 6 adults • 1 childwe did the 5 hr AM on a beautiful morning at the end of September. we were blessed with perfect weather. Captain Dyson had a fish on the line before he could explain how to reel them in. We nearly caught our limit, and everyone had an amazing time.
Kevin NosbuschRepeat angler•Mequon, WI, US•Member since 20224 trips4.7VerifiedFull day trip with Captain Joe and 1st Mate Dyson
Full Day Trip on June 18, 2023 • 3 adultsA chilly windy Spring Sunday was both a Fathers Day trip and a congratulatory voyage for daughter Kate's SUCCESSFUL completion of Gandma's Marathon. 1st Mate Dyson provided a "safety rules" presentation and then it was game on. I knew that the transitional seasons could be tricky times for finding fish patterns but Captain Joe put his vast experience to the test early and often. On our first troll we hooked up on a feisty post spawn walleye that "choked the spoon". This bonus fish found its way into the box. The next three hookups ended with the fish spitting the hook. Continuous communications with the Happy Hooker fleet had Captain Joe and 1st Mate Dyson scrambling with lure color and trolling depth changes. Species changed to Coho and we hooked up on some beautiful "silver bullets" netted skillfully by Dyson. As our charter proceeded my wife implored Dyson to whip up some of his mojo. He complied and we put some additional Coho into the box. A skilled Captain Joe was able to set up his trolling patterns to minimize the effects the wind and the waves on the "Hooker Too" and our comfort. Blankets were provided for the comfort of the ladies. The charter continued and, like a light switch, the species changed from Coho to Lake Trout. From "silver bullets" to speckled fluorescent green footballs. The bite slowed and Captain Joe announced that he was ready to pull the equipment and head in to the dock. We again turned to Dyson for his mojo and he delivered with one last Laker for the box. Dyson may not be the most talkative first mate but he was definitely both helpful and efficient with NO MISSES on netting fish. Back at the dock Captain Joe and Dyson made quick work of cleaning and bagging the fish while the Captain's fuzzy dachshund, Oscar, watched with us. This charter was a great use of our time and money thanks to the experienced folks at Happy Hooker Charters. Next time we have vacation time in the Duluth area we will definitely looking to reserve time with Captain Joe (or maybe a new Captain Dyson) at Happy Hooker Charters. Thanks guys!! Kate, Pam & Kevin
Jorge PrinceRepeat angler•Minnesota, US•Member since 20242 trips5.0VerifiedGreat trip, great catch!
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 20, 2025 • 6 adults • 1 childWe did this for my father’s birthday and had an outstanding time on Lake superior! Would recommend to all as this has been my third time with this group and they’ve all been excellent.
Mary Boynton•Minnesota, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedCaptain Dyson
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 30, 2025 • 6 adultsWe were very well taken care of. We were handicapped and the crew took great care of us and met or needs. The best part we came home with fish.
Bruce TrippRepeat angler•New York, US•Member since 20236 trips5.0VerifiedGreat trip
Full Day Trip on June 24, 2025 • 4 adultsCaptain Peter was outstanding and worked every angle to put fish in the boat! His experience caught the fish
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Captain Dyson and Cory were absolutely wonderful. We did an afternoon excursion and the weather was perfect. They answered all of our questions and were so friendly and personable. They had patience with our boys and kept everything running smoothly (12 lines in the water at once)! We caught four fish, and were grateful for that because other boats around us weren’t catching any. Our 3 boys (12,11,10) each caught one which was our main goal. We will absolutely be back and will be requsting Dyson and Cory next year!!!
Caught our limit of Lake Trout, 4x Salmon and 2 walleye, one being a massive 27" that was tagged. Great trip, very knowledgeable and friendly captain & mate. If you're looking to have a great time on the water and catch some fish, this is a trip you'll remember.
we had a great time on our 2nd charter with Happy Hookers. the captain and 1st mate were experienced, friendly, helpful and we got our full alottment of trout and some salmon. The lake was choppy, we had some weather come in and the guys were great. We had a terrific time.
We caught some trout, and salmon on our trip! our captain was very knowledgeable and friendly. we had a great time and it was a great day on the lake! Would highly recommend from everyone froma beginner to an experienced fisherman.
FAQs about Happy Hooker Charters Established 1976
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 5 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 2 (5 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 5 Hour Trip (PM) MAX 2 (5 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS Lowrance and Garmin
- Fishfinder Lowrance structure scan
- Bed Couch and Vberth
- Flybridge
- Kitchen Microwave and refrigerator
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Ice box Cooler for your fish
- Radar Lowrance3G
- Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano)
- Live bait (Frozen Smelt sometimes used)
- Lures (Hundreds of spoons, plugs, and Trolling Flies)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Free filleting and bagging)
- Drinks (Bring your own beverages)
- First mate ( Provided)
- Lunch (With advanced notice at extra cost)
- River fishing (St. Louis River)
- Lake fishing (Lake Superior)
- Inshore fishing (Walleye and Muskie in St. Louis Bay)
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Walleye
Your operator
Duluth, Minnesota, United States
Four generations of captains. Our services are in great demand as we have grown over the years. Providing exceptional service to our customers keep them coming back year after year. We are now operating Seven Fishing Boats – 'Hooker Too', 'Treble Hook', 'Happy Hooker', 'Hooker IV', 'Hooker V' , 'Nauti Hooker' and 'ALUMINAUTI' The 'Fish Dynasty' of Lake Superior
Jamie C.
Captain
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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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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