Lake Minnetonka Marina

At Brown’s Bay (Also at Smith’s Bay!)

612-254-9048 |1444 Shoreline Dr, Wayzata, MN 55391

Pier 3 explorer - recommended best value

Our most popular Membership! Enjoy 7 days a week boating including holidays.

We carefully limit our Memberships to ensure the best boating experience, with a strict Member-to-boat ratio to even the playing field for boat availability. We are currently finalizing our fleet for the 2025 boating season. Please call for availability.

at Brown’s Bay

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AMENITIES

  • Parking: At the Brown’s Bay Marina location, parking can be a bit tight on busy weekends and is limited to two vehicles per boat. *Please do whatever you need to do to consolidate vehicles between you and your guests.

    Our boats are located on the east of Brown’s Bay side by the blue and white gazebo. Please feel free to park by the gazebo. We have parking lot attendants who can assist with double parking.

    Check-In: Blue building by the docks.

  • Tubing is allowed for members only at this location.

    Tube & rope available for members with a boat reservation, at no additional cost with annual membership.

  • Boat Memberships

    Boat Rentals

    Ice: No ice for sale. However, there is ice for sale down the road at our other Minnetonka location (Smith’s Bay).

    Gas: Gas is available to the public.

    Rental and member boat reservations will come with a full tank of gas. This is separate from the boat rental cost and you will be charged for the fuel you use on your trip upon your return.

  • Boating rules & regulations vary per state. Click here to find out more about rules & regs in your state.

  • You don’t have to be a Member to enjoy the perks - we offer daily and multi-day boat rentals! Simply click here to view boats, pricing, and availability.

Welcome to YBC – Minnetonka (Brown’s Bay)! This is one of two locations we have on this lake. Lake Minnetonka is Minnesota’s ninth largest lake, popular among boaters, sailors, and fishermen alike. There are over 14,500 acres of water here to explore! According to lakeminnetonka.com, “the lake was formed by glacial melting in the last ice age, and covers 125 miles of shoreline. This massive, sprawling body of water is actually 40 virtually independent bodies of water.” Check out our Fleet Sheet!

A marina with docked boats, a small building labeled 'Your Boat Club,' a grassy area with stone borders, parking lot with cars, and trees beside a body of water.
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Explorer Membership

Our most popular Membership! Enjoy 7 days a week boating including holidays.

  • Pier 1 - SOLD OUT

    Pier 2 - CALL

    Pier 3 - CALL

    Pier 4 - Available

    Availability fluctuates - call to verify availability and secure your Membership or join the waitlist!

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Executive Membership

For those with weekend plans, this gives Monday-Thursday AM+ PM boating (no holidays).

  • Pier 1 - SOLD OUT

    Pier 2 - CALL

    Pier 3 - CALL

    Pier 4 - Available

    Availability fluctuates - call to verify availability and secure your Membership or join the waitlist!

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Early Bird Membership

Avoid the crowds and beat the heat: Monday-Thursday AM boating (no holidays).

  • Pier 1 - SOLD OUT

    Pier 2 - SOLD OUT

    Pier 3 - CALL

    Pier 4 - Available

    Availability fluctuates - call to verify availability and secure your Membership or join the waitlist!

2025 SLIPS AVAILABLE!

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Looking for a safe, secure, and convenient place to store your boat? Check out our Brown’s Bay and Tanager Marina Slips!

Now taking applications for the 2025 boating season. Don’t pass this up- they will not last long!

Dock layout map at Browns Bay, Minnetonka, showing three docks labeled A, B, and C, with numbered boat slips and their respective sizes in feet.
Map of Tanager Marina showing parking spots for boats, each labeled with a dock number and indicating a 26-foot boat length, with a green grassy area on the right side.

THINGS TO DO AND SEE

dining

Lake Minnetonka’s waterfront restaurants offer tasty food and beautiful views. Grab a casual burger or fresh seafood on a patio, and unwind with friends or family. Maynards is a popular spot for many boaters.

shopping

Visit Marquee Place in downtown Wayzata, where you’ll find a variety of upscale stores and boutiques along the water.

swimming

Lake Minnetonka boasts stunning beaches, ideal for swimming. Visit Excelsior Beach for its sandy shores, or anchor near Big Island for a vibrant, social scene. Once you’re on the water, you’ll understand why this destination is so beloved!

fishing

Lake Minnetonka is home to many fish species, including largemouth bass, walleye, northern pike, and more. Popular spots for fishing include areas near weed beds, docks, bridges, and rock piles.

sightseeing

Step onto solid ground and explore the Lake Minnetonka Loop Trail, a scenic 1.1-mile hike. You can also visit the nearby wineries for a delightful tasting experience.

become a partner

Want to feature your business on this page or join our unique Member Benefits partner group? Reach out directly here!

Visit us

 

5101 Whistle Rd, Isle, MN 56342

Hours
Every day 8am-dusk

Phone
612-254-9048

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    Annual Unlimited Boating Memberships

    Make boating a regular part of your life!

  • A man relaxing in a boat on a lake, wearing a straw hat and sunglasses, with his eyes closed.

    Daily & Multi-Day Rentals

    Easy online booking with our Reservation System.

  • Several boats on trailers parked in a lot, with trees and cloudy sky in the background.

    Boat Sales

    Shop our meticulously maintained used boat fleet.

Lake Minnetonka Partners

  • Colorful graphic of the word 'Jig' with a fishing lure integrated into the design, and the text 'Custom Rods & Tackle' underneath.

    DH Custom Rods & Tackle

    MEMBERS RECEIVE 10% OFF ONE CUSTOM ROD (ICE OR OPEN WATER ROD)

    Exclusions may apply, contact DH Custom Rods & Tackle for more information.

  • A lakeside scene with rocks and a calm lake reflecting trees and sky, featuring a white outline of Minnesota with a blue paint swatch at the bottom, and text that says "Clean Lakes MN, MN Apparel for MN Waters."

    Clean Lakes MN Apparel

    MEMBERS GET 20% OFF!

    Exclusions may apply, contact Clean Lakes MN for more information.

  • Logo of Surly Brewing Co. in Minneapolis, featuring a large stylized 'S' within a hexagon with the text 'Surly Brewing Co. Twin Cities, MN' around it.

    Surly Brewing Co.

    MEMBERS GET 20% OFF SURLY'S RETAIL STORE!

    Exclusions may apply, contact Surly Brewing for more information.