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The Best Kids Fishing Poles
Mar 4, 2025
We tested and reviewed the best rods for young anglers
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The most important part of fishing with children is being sure your kid actually catches fish. And while it’s true that anyone can catch a fish on just about anything given the right circumstances, having a quality kids fishing pole can help a lot. The chances of a 5-year old catching a fish are much higher on a short spinning pole than, say, a spey rod.
Ultimately, the biggest mistake a parent can make is not taking their kid out at all. Kids have surprising patience for fishing if you take them to the right place and equip them with the right gear. And the best news? Kids fishing gear is surprisingly affordable, which is also great considering at some point your child will grow out of it.
We tested several of the best kids fishing poles with the help of various children in our lives. These rods were tested by several children ages 5 to 8 on lakes and small ponds filled with various species of trout and panfish. Some of the rods were also used on lakes with walleye trolling and on high alpine streams over during the summer. Here are the kids’ top picks.
Pros
Strong
Comes in a variety of lengths
Casts well
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