Sanibel’s original one-stop shop for fishing gear, bait, beach essentials, and island adventure since 1971.
Rods, reels, cast nets, life vests, and more, featuring trusted partners including Black Pearl Netting, Freedom Fishing Gear, and KTO Custom Rods.
Scoops, spikes, and everything you need for beachcombing
Keep safe while enjoying the sun and water
The Bait Box now offers Florida fishing licenses right here in store. Let your guests know and stop in before your next trip on the water.
We provide short term and annual Florida fishing licenses, including 3 day and 7 day non resident options.
Available licenses include
• Annual freshwater licenses
• Annual saltwater licenses
• Youth licenses
• Senior licenses
• Specialty licenses
Visit The Bait Box and get licensed quickly and conveniently before you fish.
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.
Pinfish
Shrimp
Fiddler Crabs
Chum
Jumbo Shrimp
Ladyfish
Mackerel
Mullet
Sardines
Shrimp
Squid
Stingray
Threadfin Herring
Bonita
Jacks
Mackerel
Mullet
Stingray