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2025 Bait & Tackle Shops Guide

Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the best selection of Souvenirs anywhere on the Outer Banks. Enjoy your vacation! Independently owned by a member of one of the Outer Banks’ oldest families, the Ben Franklin store is stocked with just about everything a visitor would need to go to...

Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none! Check us out!

Apache Pier

Apache Pier is one of the most iconic and well-loved fishing piers on the Grand Strand. Known for being the longest wooden pier on the East Coast, it stretches far out over the Atlantic Ocean, offering visitors a classic coastal experience steeped...

Pier 14

Pier 14 is a beloved oceanfront destination that blends the classic charm of a fishing pier with the vibrant energy of the Grand Strand. Stretching gracefully over the Atlantic Ocean just off North Ocean Boulevard, this scenic pier offers a variety...

A shop full of souvenirs, food, clothing with special services, too.

Bob's Bait and Tackle located in Downtown Duck, is your one-stop shop for all your fishing needs. Not only do they offer personalized, attentive service, but also a huge selection of rods, reels, lures and tackle. Bob's Bait and Tackle has been in...

A full service fishing marina and ship's store. 

A friendly staff and small town atmosphere makes this well-equipped grocery store a pleasure to shop at, and many visitors come regularly on their annual vacation. Situated on the oceanfront next to Jennette’s Pier, this local family-owned...

Where do you go when you want to uncover all the exceptional fishing holes of the New Bern area and miles beyond? Head to Captain Segull Fishing Charts – a unique destination that’s located on the outskirts of the downtown area, and...

Whether a visitor is new to fishing in the rivers and creeks that surround New Bern, or is an experienced angler that knows all the good fishing holes in the Inner Banks, they can find the rod that works best for their fishing pursuits at Carolina...

From custom built T-Tops, to saltwater fishing tackle, Custom Marine Fabrication and Sports has it all for New Bern anglers. Featuring an array of supplies that goes well beyond the realm of boating, this local James City area destination is a...

Dock of the Bay Marina carries everything and anything you may have forgot for your boat trip. Conveniently located in Kitty Hawk Bay, the marina is a must-stop before your sailing excursion.

A full-service hunting and fishing shop.

Frisco Tackle is your one-stop shop on Hatteras Island for all your fishing and beach needs. From sunscreen to rod and reel rentals, you can be sure to find what you are looking for at one of the island’s favorite tackle shops. Here bait and...

A marina, accomodations, deli and gift store wrapped up in one. 

From Hatteras to Corolla, mariners can load up on all of the supplies they need at this unique shop that specializes in boating supplies throughout the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Marine features everything that a visitor or local resident will need for...

From bait, tackle and fishing supplies, to easy-going grub on the go, Merchant's Grocery offers a sample of everything under the Inner Banks sun to ensure that explorers have everything they need for a New Bern adventure. Located on the edge of...

Take a trip to the outskirts of New Bern and beyond to find this coastal North Carolina resource for a host of outdoor adventures. Featuring everything from fishing supplies, to hunting supplies, to gifts for the outdoors lovers, Neuse Sport Shop...

Stop by OBX Bait and Tackle in Corolla for all of your Outer Banks fishing needs. From the novice angler to the seasoned pro, they have the equipment and advice for all skill levels. They have an extensive selection of rods and reels (including...

Well known as a fixture for fishermen in the Virginia Beach area, Oceans East Bait and Tackle has set up shop on the Outer Banks with a new Nags Head location, and a wealth of inventory to ensure that anglers have everything they need for a vacation...

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

A full-service boating marina with onsite restaurant and ship's store. 

There’s a world of fun waiting at Taps & Tackle, the only bar, restaurant, and tackle store located in the heart of Morehead City. Perched along the waterfront and open late for patrons who want to gather, socialize, and keep the fun...

Located in south Hatteras, Teach's Lair is a full service marina which includes a large Ship’s Store and The Roost Bait and Tackle Shop.The store is stocked full with just about anything you’ll need during your fishing trip or Outer...

A coastal shop filled with fishing and beach needs. 

Ocracoke Island is renowned for its miles of exceptional fishing, and visiting anglers will be able to acquire all of the supplies and equipment they’ll need and then some with a visit to the Tradewinds Tackle Shop. This local landmark...

With more than 7,500 square feet, TW’s new store in Nags Head is chock full of a wide selection of fishing and hunting gear. Racks of popular clothing lines,  including Aftco Bluewater Wear, Salt Life and Pelagic, and sunglasses and hats...

Established in 1977, Whalebone Tackle has everything an angler or commercial fisherman needs. This is a straight-ahead tackle store, nothing fancy or pretty about it. But what it has is staff who thoroughly know their stuff, not just about what they...