Crabbing Gear & Supplies for Your OBX Catch

Crabbing is a favorite pastime for families and visitors on Hatteras Island—and Frank & Fran’s is your go-to spot for the right gear. Whether you’re dropping a line off a dock, setting traps in the marsh, or just showing the kids how to catch blue crabs, we’ve got you covered with everything you need for a successful outing.

Our selection includes hand lines, ring nets, folding traps, and bait like chicken necks and fish scraps. You’ll also find essentials like buckets, gloves, crab gauges, and mesh bags for storing your catch. Not sure where to start? Our team will walk you through the process and point you to the best public spots based on tide, season, and weather.

What’s in Stock:

• Easy-to-use traps and nets for dock or shore use
• Ready-to-go bait packs and line setup
• Measuring tools to stay within NC crabbing regulations
• Advice from locals who know when and where to drop your line

Before you go, check out our beach gear and explore our camping & outdoor gear to get fully stocked for a day by the water. Frank & Fran’s in Avon makes it easy to enjoy crabbing on the Outer Banks—whether you’re after dinner or just a good time on the water.