The abundance of surrounding water has made fishing a prime activity for Long Islanders. And fishermen (and women) need supplies: from rods and reels to bait, here are the best fishing supply stores on Long Island.
2024: Long Island Voted Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle Best Fishing Supply!
Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle
3500 East Ocean Parkway, Babylon
(631) 587-3430 – facebook.com/captreebait
Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle is a family-owned and operated fishing supply store located in the beautiful Captree State Park. Established in 1967, the store stocks local and custom products to fit every customer’s specific needs! Fresh, frozen, and live bait are all available at the beach-surrounded store as is marine fuel, ice, tackle, and apparel. Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle also offers fishing rod rental services so visitors can enjoy a day out fishing without permanently purchasing the gear. The Babylon-based store is open from April through November, seven days a week, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.!
2023: Long Islanders Voted Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle Best Fishing Supply!
Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle
3500 East Ocean Pkwy, Babylon
(631) 587-3430 – facebook.com/captreebait
Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle is a family-owned and operated fishing supply store located in the beautiful Captree State Park. Established in 1967, the store stocks local and custom products to fit every customer’s specific needs. Fresh, frozen, and live bait are all available at the beach-surrounded store as is marine fuel, ice, tackle, and apparel. Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle also offers fishing rod rental services so visitors can enjoy a day out fishing without permanently purchasing the gear. The Babylon-based store is open from April through November, seven days a week, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.!
2022: Long Islanders Voted Freeport Bait & Tackle Best Fishing Supply!
Freeport Bait & Tackle
315 S Main St. # A, Freeport
(516) 378-4988 – facebook.com/FreeportBaitandTackle
There are plenty of fishing supply stores on Long Island, but when it comes to finding the right one, there’s only one name you need to know: Freeport Bait & Tackle. The shop has been serving the Long Island fishing community since 1984, and it has grown to become one of the region’s most popular fishing supply stores. It offers more than just the basic rods and reels that many of its competitors do – Freeport Bait & Tackle also sells high-quality tackle boxes, quality rods, and anything else you’ll need to head out on your boat or kayak and start catching fish right away. For all your fishing needs, look no further than Freeport Bait & Tackle!
2021: Long Islanders Voted Captree Fuel, Bait and Tackle Best Fishing Supply!
Captree Fuel, Bait and Tackle
3500 E Ocean Pkwy, Babylon
(631) 587-3430 – captreetackle.com
Cast your line and reel in a keeper with Captree Fuel, Bait and Tackle! Captree has been Long Island’s premier fishing supply store since 1965, specializing in equipment for fluke, sea bass, weakfish and striped bass fishing. It houses a vast inventory, including 200 rods, reels for all levels and any bait you may need. Is your boat’s tank running on empty? Captree has years of experience fueling diesel boats up to 1000 gallons, and even offers 24 hour emergency commercial fill-ups. As you’re waiting for a bite on your line, make the most of your trip with Captree’s crab traps and bait. Before your next fishing excursion, fill your tackle box at Captree Fuel, Bait and Tackle!
2020: Long Islanders Voted Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle Best Fishing Supply!
Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle
3500 E Ocean Pkwy, Babylon
(631) 587-3430 – captreetackle.com
Cast your line and reel in a keeper with Captree Fuel, Bait and Tackle! Captree has been Long Island’s premier fishing supply store since 1965, specializing in equipment for fluke, sea bass, weakfish and striped bass fishing. They house a vast inventory, including 200 rods, reels for all levels, and any bait you may need. Is your boat’s tank running on empty? Captree has years of experience fueling diesel boats up to 1000 gallons, and even offer 24 hour emergency commercial fill-ups. As you’re waiting for a bite on your line, make the most of your trip with Captree’s crab traps and bait. Before your next fishing excursion, fill your tackle box at Captree Fuel, Bait and Tackle!
2019: Long Islanders Voted Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle Best Fishing Supply!
Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle
3500 Ocean Pkwy., Babylon
(631) 587-3430 – www.captreetackle.com
Having been in business since 1965, the store has been selling quality fishing products, always at a reasonable price. Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle have recently gone back to their roots, offering a full line of fishing products, as well as customer education; open every day – rain or shine! What’s more key to a Long Island lifestyle that being able to take your boat out for fishing or just leisure? Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle is the place to go to help fuel your lifestyle. They offer all of the products you need for fishing. All the best brands available at a reasonable price. They’ll also help you fuel your vehicle, so your ride out on Long Island is fun and ready for catching fish!
2018: Long Islanders Voted The Camp-Site Sport Shop Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
The Camp-Site Sport Shop
1877 New York Ave Huntington Station, NY
(631) 271-4969
Having been in business since 1965, the store has been selling quality fishing products, always at a reasonable price. Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle have recently gone back to their roots, offering a full line of fishing products, as well as customer education; open every day – rain or shine! What’s more key to a Long Island lifestyle that being able to take your boat out for fishing or just leisure? Captree Fuel Bait and Tackle is the place to go to help fuel your lifestyle. They offer all of the products you need for fishing. All the best brands were available at a reasonable price. They’ll also help you fuel your vehicle, so your ride out on Long Island is fun and ready for catching fish!
2017: Long Islanders Voted Musketa Cove Bait and Tackle Shop Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
Musketa Cove Bait and Tackle Shop
17 Bridge St., Glen Cove. 516-200-9571.
If there’s one thing that can be said about Long Islanders, it’s that they truly appreciate the waters surrounding the region and the sea creatures calling the bays and canals home. Long Island boaters are a proud bunch, and that’s why when they hit the open seas, they make a habit of visiting Musketa Cove Bait and Tackle Shop. This Glen Cove shop is stocked with all the necessary tools and supplies to make a local fisherman well equipped for their next big trip out. What’s more, its knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing a shopping experience that’ll make patrons proud to say, “I shop at Musketa Cove!”
2016: Long Islanders Voted Star Island Yacht Club & Marina Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
Star Island Yacht Club & Marina
59 Star Island Rd., Montauk. 631-668-5052. starislandnyc.com
Professional boaters know where to go when it’s time to replenish supplies for the next big adventure off Long Island’s shores. Star Island Yacht Club & Marina is a venerable institution on the East End—a place where avid boaters catch up for small talk or grab a bite to eat. But it’s also the premier fishing supply store on the Island, selling everything from custom-built rods, bait, hooks, fillet knives, and so much more. Star Island’s staff is so proficient in boating and fishing that they’ll be able to answer any question you pose. The next time you set sail you’ll feel comfortable knowing that Star Island gave you the knowledge you need for your next big trip out on the open sea!
2015: Long Islanders Voted Camp-site Sport Shop Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
Camp-site Sport Shop
1877 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-271-4969. campsitesportshop.com
From rods and reels to hip boots and waders, Camp-Site Sport Shop has everything you need for saltwater or freshwater fishing. Whether you’re an angler or a surf caster, whatever your style or your goal, you’ll find it here. There are lures, flies and tackle by the score. How about some feathers, bucktails, wave worms, yarn or tinsel? Camp-Site Sport Shop will ensure you’re well equipped to catch even the most stubborn fish, hook, line and sinker!
2014: Long Islanders Voted Camp-Site in Sport Shop Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
1. Camp-Site Sport Shop
1877 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-271-4969. campsitesportshop.com
2. Combs Bait & Tackle
74 Merrick Rd., Amityville. 631-264-3525. combsbaitntackle.com
3. Causeway Bait & Tackle
3031 Merrick Rd., Wantagh. 516-785-3223. causewaybaitandtackle.com
2013: Long Islanders Voted Campsite Sport Shop in Huntington Station Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
1. Campsite Sport Shop
1877 New York Ave., Huntington Station. 631-271-4969. www.campsitesportshop.com
2. Bridge Marine
19 Ludlam Ave., Bayville. 516-628-8686. www.bridgemarinesales.com
3. Star Island Yacht Club & Marina
59 Star Island Rd., Montauk. 631-668-5052. www.starislandyc.com
2012: Long Islanders voted Combs Bait & Tackle in Amityville Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
1. Combs Bait & Tackle
74 Merrick Rd., Amityville. 631-264-3525. www.combsbaitntackle.com
2. Causeway Bait & Tackle
3031 Merrick Rd., Wantagh. 516-785-3223. www.causewaybaitandtackle.com
3. Captree Bait & Tackle
1 Captree Island, Babylon. 631-321-1716. www.gofishn.com
2011: Long Islanders Voted Captree Bait & Tackle Best Fishing Supply Store On Long Island!
1. Captree Bait & Tackle
1 Captree Island, Babylon. 631-321-1716
2. Causeway Bait & Tackle
3031 Merrick Rd., Wantagh. 516-785-3223. www.causewaybaitandtackle.com
3. Combs Bait & Tackle
74 Merrick Rd., Amityville. 631-264-3525. www.combsbaitntackle.com
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Dick’s Sporting Goods
Multiple locations. www.dickssportinggoods.com
2010: Long Islander Voted Combs Bait & Tackle the Best Fishing Supply on Long Island!
1. Combs Bait & Tackle
74 Merrick Rd., Amityville. 631-264-3525. www.combsbaitntackle.com
2. Captree Bait & Tackle
1 Captree Island, Babylon. 631-321-1716.
3. Causeway Bait & Tackle
3031 Merrick Rd., Wantagh. 516-785-3223. www.causewaybaitandtackle.com