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Tackle and Bait Shops in Vermont

17 of the 105 marinas and boating businesses we track in Vermont are tackle and bait shops. Full listings for every city are on the Vermont page.

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17cities
105locations statewide

Outfitters vary between basic highway convenience stops stocking live minnows and specialized fly shops offering custom rod building or local guide bookings. Selecting the right shop depends on whether you need quick trip essentials like frozen chum or precise gear tailored to local water conditions. Map listings rarely show current live bait inventory, specialized rigging services, or regional fishing licenses.

Brattleboro 1

  1. Diamondback Fly Rods

    The Cotton Mill, 74 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT 05301

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Castleton 1

  1. Tom's Bait and Tackle

    456 VT-4A, Castleton, VT 05735

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Coventry 1

  1. Big D's Bait Shop

    173 Lane Rd #9671, Coventry, VT 05855

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Grand Isle 1

  1. Island Bait and Tackle

    71 Hyde Rd, Grand Isle, VT 05458

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Guilford 1

  1. Earle's Bait Shop

    3703 Calvin Coolidge Memorial Hwy, Guilford, VT 05301

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Hinesburg 1

  1. Big River Bait and Tackle

    2093 Silver St, Hinesburg, VT 05461

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Irasburg 1

  1. I Fish Rivers

    5619 Route 14, Irasburg, VT 05845-9310

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Manchester 1

  1. FLY HAUS - Fly Shop

    497 Depot St, Manchester, VT 05255

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Manchester Center 1

  1. The Reel Angler

    302 Depot St, Manchester Center, VT 05255-9703

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Morristown 1

  1. Old Fishing Hole Llc

    81 Bridge St, Morristown, VT 05661-8504

Newport Center 1

  1. Cold Water Custom Baits

    228 Gibbs Rd, Newport Center, VT 05857-9418

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Randolph 1

  1. Mighty Minnow Bait Shop

    4129 VT-14 S, Randolph, VT 05061

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Salisbury 1

  1. Crazy Ivan Lure Company LLP

    904 Lower Plains Rd, Salisbury, VT 05769-9618

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South Hero 1

  1. Tie By Night Fly Shop

    88 Kibbe Point Rd, South Hero, VT 05486

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Stowe 1

  1. Fly Rod Shop

    2703 Waterbury Rd, Stowe, VT 05672

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Swanton 1

  1. North Country Bait and Tackle

    23 N River St, Swanton, VT 05488

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Vergennes 1

  1. Otter Creek Bait Shop

    697 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT 05491

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Check live bait stock ahead: Call ahead if you need specific live bait like leeches or shrimp, as supply changes daily based on season and deliveries.

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Good to know

Do local bait shops sell fishing licenses?

Many independent tackle shops act as official state agents and sell recreational freshwater and saltwater licenses on-site. It is best to bring a driver's license or state ID, though purchasing online directly from the state wildlife agency before your trip is often faster.

What is the difference between a general tackle shop and a fly shop?

General tackle shops focus on conventional gear like spinning reels, artificial lures, terminal tackle, and live or frozen bait. Fly shops specialize in fly-tying materials, tippet, waders, and technical rod setups, often providing detailed reports on local hatch conditions.

How much does live bait typically cost?

Basic live bait like nightcrawlers or mealworms typically costs $4 to $8 per tub, while live minnows or shrimp generally range from $5 to $15 per dozen depending on size and availability. Specialty marine bait or larger quantities can cost significantly more.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Vermont, check the 17 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Vermont, MarinaAtlas indexes 17 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.