BC Tackle & Sports Shops

Wells Gray Outfitters is Clearwater's ultimate year-round adventure hub — far more than a tackle shop. Whether you're gearing up for a backcountry fishing trip into Wells Gray Provincial Park, picking up a new mountain bike for the trails, or getting your skates sharpened before hitting the ice, this is the place locals and visitors count on. Summer brings a full lineup of bike sales and rentals, paddleboards, kayaks, and water sports gear for exploring the Clearwater River and the park's stunning lakes. Their active lifestyle clothing and fitness section keeps you outfitted for every season — from trail running and cycling to skiing and snowshoeing. The knowledgeable team lives and breathes the outdoors and will happily point you to the best fishing holes, trails, and hidden spots that only locals know.

Sitting right on the famous Hwy 24 'Fishing Highway', Little Fort's general store is a beloved institution for anglers working the chain of trophy trout lakes between Little Fort and Lone Butte. Pick up bait, tackle, licences, and local knowledge all in one stop before heading out on the water.

A large-format sporting goods retailer with one of the most comprehensive fishing departments in the BC Interior. Wholesale Sports Kamloops carries everything from fly rods and waders to downriggers and ice fishing shelters, with a staff that knows the Thompson River and surrounding lakes intimately.

River City Sports & Tackle is Kamloops' premier locally owned fishing and outdoor shop, right in the heart of BC's Tournament Capital. With the Thompson River running through the city and dozens of trophy trout lakes within an hour's drive, the staff here live and breathe the outdoors. Whether you're rigging up for Thompson River steelhead, heading out to Paul Lake for rainbow trout, or gearing up for a backcountry ice fishing trip, River City has the gear, the licences, and the local knowledge to make your trip a success. They also carry a full range of hunting supplies, camping gear, and outdoor clothing for every season.

Logan Lake Highland Sports & Tackle is the go-to outfitter for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the stunning Highland Valley plateau country between Kamloops and Merritt. Perched at over 1,100 metres elevation, Logan Lake is surrounded by some of BC's most productive rainbow trout lakes — and this shop knows every one of them. Pick up your fishing licence, stock up on tackle, and get the inside scoop on which lakes are producing before you head out. The shop also carries hunting supplies, camping gear, and outdoor clothing suited to the cool Highland Valley climate. A true community hub for one of BC's most underrated outdoor destinations.

Sitting at the heart of the Nicola Valley, Merritt Nicola Valley Tackle serves anglers on the Nicola River and the many productive trout lakes of the surrounding plateau. The shop is a favourite stop for anglers heading to the Coquihalla corridor lakes and the Nicola system's wild rainbow trout.

Perched above the Fraser River in the dramatic canyon country north of Pemberton, Lillooet Fraser Canyon Tackle serves anglers on one of BC's most productive salmon and sturgeon rivers. The shop carries drift fishing gear for the Fraser's massive chinook and sockeye runs, plus supplies for the surrounding plateau lakes.

Cariboo Sports Supply is 100 Mile House's newest and most exciting sporting goods destination — built by locals, for locals. Whether you're gearing up for hockey season, heading out for a weekend of fishing on the Cariboo lakes, or outfitting the whole family for outdoor adventure, Cariboo Sports Supply has you covered. Their motto says it all: Gear Up, Game On. From ice time to open water, they carry the equipment, apparel, and accessories to keep you playing hard all year round. Stop in, say hello, and experience the kind of friendly, knowledgeable service that only a community-rooted shop can deliver.

A full-service sporting goods store serving the Cariboo's northern gateway. Quesnel Northern Sports is well-stocked for anglers targeting the Quesnel River's chinook salmon run and the many trophy trout lakes in the surrounding Cariboo plateau. Staff can advise on remote lake access by logging road.

The central Cariboo's best-stocked sporting goods store, serving anglers across the vast plateau lake country surrounding Williams Lake. The shop carries gear for the region's famous rainbow trout lakes, plus supplies for the Fraser River's chinook salmon run through the canyon below town.

One of the Okanagan's best-stocked fishing and outdoor retailers, with an extensive selection of rods, reels, lures, and fly-tying materials. The knowledgeable staff can advise on Okanagan Lake kokanee and rainbow trout fishing, and the shop carries everything from entry-level gear to high-end fly rods.

A full-service outdoor retailer with a strong fishing department covering fly fishing, spin casting, and ice fishing. Valhalla Pure is well-regarded for its staff expertise and carries premium brands alongside a solid selection of Okanagan-specific tackle and flies.

Sun Valley Source for Sports is Vernon's premier sporting goods destination — a locally rooted shop that has been outfitting North Okanagan athletes, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts for years. Whether you're gearing up for hockey season, picking up fishing tackle for Kalamalka or Swan Lake, or looking for quality outdoor apparel and equipment, Sun Valley has you covered. As part of the Source for Sports network, they carry top brands at competitive prices, backed by the kind of knowledgeable, friendly service you only get from a shop that genuinely loves the sports it sells. A must-stop for anyone heading out to explore the North Okanagan's incredible lakes, trails, and mountains.

Centrally located between Okanagan and Skaha Lakes, Penticton Sports & Tackle is the South Okanagan's best-stocked fishing shop. From kokanee trolling rigs to ice fishing gear for winter lake fishing, the staff know every productive spot between Peachland and Osoyoos.

BC's southernmost tackle shop, serving anglers on Osoyoos Lake and the Okanagan River channel. Osoyoos Desert Fishing & Sports carries gear for the lake's warm-water species including largemouth bass and yellow perch — unusual catches for BC — as well as the Okanagan River's sockeye salmon run in season.

The premier tackle and sporting goods destination for anglers fishing the legendary Skeena system. Terrace Sports carries a full range of steelhead and salmon gear, including spey rods, sink tips, and the local fly patterns that work on the Skeena, Bulkley, Kispiox, and Babine rivers.

A Bulkley Valley staple for anglers targeting the world-famous Bulkley and Babine rivers. The fishing section is well-stocked with steelhead and trout gear, and the staff can provide current river conditions and fly recommendations for the season.

Deep in the heart of the Skeena watershed, Hazelton Skeena Country Sports is a legendary stop for serious steelhead anglers. The shop sits near the confluence of the Skeena, Bulkley, and Kispiox rivers — three of the world's most celebrated steelhead rivers — and carries the gear and local knowledge to match.

BC's northernmost major fishing port, Prince Rupert is a world-class destination for halibut, salmon, and bottom fish. Prince Rupert North Coast Tackle is the essential stop before heading out on Chatham Sound or the Skeena estuary, with a full range of ocean fishing gear, bait, and guided charter referrals.

Known as the 'Salmon Capital of the World', Campbell River has no shortage of tackle shops — and this is one of the best. Stocking everything from ocean salmon gear to freshwater trout tackle, with expert staff who know Discovery Passage and the Campbell River system inside out.

Tofino's go-to for ocean fishing gear, with a focus on salmon, halibut, and bottom fish. The shop also books guided saltwater fishing charters and can advise on the best spots for shore fishing along the wild west coast of Vancouver Island.

Sitting at the head of the Alberni Inlet, this shop is the gateway to some of Vancouver Island's best chinook salmon fishing. Port Alberni Fishing Supplies carries a full range of ocean and freshwater gear, with expert knowledge of the Somass River and Sproat Lake fisheries.

Central Vancouver Island's largest fishing retailer, covering both saltwater and freshwater fishing across the mid-Island. Nanaimo Fishing Unlimited carries a massive selection of ocean salmon gear, bottom fishing tackle, and freshwater equipment for the Nanaimo River and nearby lakes.

The Comox Valley's leading tackle shop, covering both the saltwater fisheries of Georgia Strait and the freshwater rivers of central Vancouver Island. Courtenay Comox Valley Tackle is well-stocked for coho and chinook salmon, plus the Puntledge and Oyster rivers' steelhead and trout runs.

The hub for anglers heading into Northern BC's vast wilderness. Prince George Sports Exchange carries a wide range of fishing gear for the Fraser, Nechako, and upper rivers, plus supplies for remote fly-in fishing trips. A great place to stock up before heading north.

The Peace Region's top sporting goods destination, serving anglers heading into the vast wilderness north and east of Fort St. John. The shop carries gear for the Peace River's walleye and northern pike fishery — a unique BC fishery rarely found elsewhere in the province — plus supplies for remote fly-in lake trips.

A specialist fly fishing shop in the heart of the Elk Valley, catering to anglers targeting the Elk River's renowned westslope cutthroat trout. The Fernie Fly Shop offers guided wade trips, locally tied flies, and expert advice on reading the Elk River's pools and riffles.

Nelson's dedicated fly fishing shop, perfectly positioned for anglers targeting the Kootenay River and the trophy rainbow and bull trout of Kootenay Lake. The shop carries a curated selection of dry flies, streamers, and nymphs tied specifically for Kootenay waters, plus guided float trip bookings.

Serving anglers in the Columbia River Valley, Golden Outdoor Sports stocks gear for the Columbia River's trophy bull trout and rainbow trout fishery, as well as the surrounding mountain lakes. The shop is also a great resource for backcountry fishing access information.

The East Kootenay's most complete fishing and outdoor store, serving anglers across the Rocky Mountain Trench. Cranbrook East Kootenay Tackle is the go-to shop for gear on the St. Mary River, Moyie River, and the trophy bull trout waters of the Kootenay River system. Staff can advise on current conditions across the region's many productive lakes and rivers.

The Columbia Valley's go-to fishing shop, serving anglers on Lake Windermere and the upper Columbia River. Invermere Columbia Valley Tackle carries gear for the region's trophy largemouth bass fishery — one of BC's best — as well as the Columbia's rainbow trout and the Kootenay River's bull trout.

A well-rounded outdoor shop with a strong fishing section catering to anglers on the Columbia River and Arrow Lakes. Revelstoke Outdoor Gear stocks gear for both the trophy bull trout fishery below Revelstoke Dam and the kokanee and rainbow trout fishing on the Arrow Lakes system.

The Shuswap's go-to tackle shop, serving anglers on Shuswap Lake and the Adams River — one of BC's most famous sockeye salmon runs. Salmon Arm Sports & Tackle carries everything from trolling gear for Shuswap's rainbow trout to fly fishing equipment for the Adams River.

Strategically located at the confluence of the Fraser and Coquihalla rivers, Hope Valley Sports is a favourite stop for Lower Mainland anglers heading into the Interior. The shop stocks a full range of Fraser River salmon and steelhead gear, plus supplies for the Coquihalla and Nahatlatch rivers.

Perfectly positioned between Vancouver and Whistler, Squamish Sea-to-Sky Tackle serves anglers on the Squamish River system — one of BC's most accessible steelhead and salmon rivers from the Lower Mainland. The shop carries a full range of river fishing gear and can advise on the Cheakamus, Mamquam, and Squamish rivers.