FISHING SUPPLIES
& LIVE BAIT

Sanibel’s original one-stop shop for fishing gear, bait, beach essentials, and island adventure since 1971.

The Bait Box offers a full range of fishing, shelling supplies, and beach gear including:

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Fishing Gear

Rods, reels, cast nets, life vests, and more

 

Sanibel shells
Shelling Gear

Scoops, spikes, and everything you need for beachcombing

 

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UV Protective Apparel

Keep safe while enjoying the sun and water

Live & Frozen Bait

The Islands of Sanibel and Captiva are beautiful year-round, offering some of the best fishing and shelling on the Gulf Coast. Whether you’re here to reel in your big catch or collect stunning shells along the beach, The Bait Box has you covered. From rods and reels to scoops, spikes, and beachcombing essentials, we provide everything you need for an unforgettable island adventure. Visit the historic Bait Box today and make your island memories even more memorable!

Fresh bait is key to catching fish! We offer a variety of live and frozen bait, guaranteed fresh and irresistible to fish.

Live Bait:

Pinfish
Shrimp

Frozen Bait:

Chum
Jumbo Shrimp
Ladyfish
Mackerel
Mullet
Sardines
Shrimp
Squid
Stingray
Threadfin Herring

Shark Bait:

Bonita
Jacks
Mackerel
Mullet
Stingray

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