Fishing is a pastime that can be enjoyed by young and old alike. If you are interested in getting your kids a fishing pole so they can take part in this fun hobby with you then here is a look at some great kid’s fishing rods you son or daughter will love.
In choosing the toys we select we not only consider their quality and overall rating but also the value based on price and what parents are saying about them. We are also particular to find unique options instead of just toys that have a bunch of reviews that all toy review sites have included in their list.
Our List of the Very Best Kids Fishing Rods
Plusinno Kids Fishing Kit
Summary
Sized specifically for children this kit consists of a telescopic pole (3.9′ and 4.9′) a spin cast reel, fishing tackle and travel bag. This fishing rod is cool looking and looks just like a smaller version of an adult rod.
Pros
- Great Quality
- Storage bag is great for transporting the rod
- Easy for children to use
Cons
- Rod Can be hard to retract
Recommended age
What Makes this Stand Out?
The fact that this rod comes with everything, but live bait makes this rod great.
ODDSPRO Kids Fishing Pole
Summary
This child’s collapsible fishing rod comes with the rod, line, reel, tackle box and carry bag. This rod comes in your choice of bright blue or pink and selected sizes either 3.9 feet or 4.9 feet. This rod is designed to be simple and easy to use for children.
Pros
- Easier for children to learn to cast
- Nice case for keeping rod
- Perfect size for kids
Cons
- Breaks easily
Recommended Age
3 years and up
What Makes this Stand Out
The bait box has a nice selection of fishing lures and a couple of bobbers.
Magreel Fishing Rod
Summary
This kids telescopic rod is suitable for both boys and girls and comes with the rod, spinning reel, fishing line, tackle and storage bag. This fishing pole has an EVA handle making it more comfortable to hold.
Pros
- Pole is well made
- Everything fits neatly into the bag
Cons
- Can be difficult to telescope the rod in and out
What Makes this Stand Out?
The small bait box fits into the bag along with the pole so your child can keep everything together.
Star Wars Fishing Rod and Reel
Summary
This Star Wars toddler fishing pole with reel comes with an adjustable dial drag, right hand retrieve and a little fish for the child to use to practice casting. This rod is 30 inches long.
This one is a great gift idea for any boy who is 2 years old and up.
Pros
- This rod is a nice length for younger children
- Easy to learn to cast
Cons
- The Reel is not the greatest
Recommended Age
2 to 6 years old
What Makes this Stand Out?
The Star Wars theme makes this rod popular among children.
Shakespeare Youth Fishing Rod
Summary
This 2 foot 6 inch long rod and reel makes a good girl’s fishing rod. It has a round knob on the end of the reel so that your child can keep a good grip on the reel when reeling in their catch. There is an on/off thumb button and instant anti reverse bearing.
Pros
- This rod works well
- The casting plug is useful
Cons
- Some of the rods breaks easily
Recommended Age
This pole works best for children ages 2 to 6
What Makes this Stand Out?
These rods feature cartoon characters that children love.
Plusinno Kids Fishing Pole
Summary
This Plusinno pole comes in your choice of size between 4.9″ or 5.9″ and comes with a telescopic fishing pole, spin cast reel, fishing line, tackle, travel bag and even a hat.
Get this for the 10 year old girl you’re buying for ane gift them a love for fishing which will last a lifetime!
Pros
- Good Quality
- Easy to Use
Cons
- The Rod Can be Difficult to retract
Recommended Age
10 years old and up
What Makes this Stand Out
This rod comes with everything you need to begin fishing.
Kids Caster Youth Fishing Kit
Summary
This youth fishing kit comes with a 29.5 inch long rod, a spinning reel and 6 pound line. There is also a plastic plug so children can practice casting. These rods come with both a boys and girls theme.
Pros
- This is a great beginner pole
- Lightweight
Cons
- The reel sometimes will seize up
Recommended Age
4 years and up
What Makes this Stand Out?
The fiberglass rod is actually quite strong.
Leo Kids Fishing Kit
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Summary
This telescopic fishing pole comes with a spin cast reel, tackle box, tackle and travel bag. This rod measures 4.9 feet long making this rod perfect for slightly older children.
Pros
- Good quality rod
- Nice tackle box
Cons
- The line gets hung up on some of these rods
What Makes this Rod Stand Out
Some of the bait in the tackle box is unique compared to other kid’s fishing rods.
Lvaen Fishing Pole
Summary
This fishing pole comes with a pre-spooled spin cast reel, line lures and foldable scissors. This rod is easy to cast and comes with a handy carry bag.
This rod is a good option for a 4 year old boy!
Pros
- Rod is lightweight and portable
- Comes with everything needed
Cons
- This pole seems to have few flaws
Recommended Age
4 years and up
What Makes this Stand Out?
The foldable scissors that come with fishing poles come in handy and are unique to most kid’s fishing sets.
Shakespeare Ugly Stick Rod
Summary
This rod is 3 feet long and comes with a cork and EVA grip with a twist lock reel seat. It comes with a pre-spooled 6 pound line and a size 30 spinning wheel. The rod is made of graphite and fiberglass.
Pros
- There is a nice flex to the rod
- Well built
Cons
- The reel is poor quality
Recommended Age
4 years old and up
What Makes this Stand Out?
The flexibility of this rod makes it a favorite of most kids.
Buyers Guide to Find Great Kids Fishing Poles
If you want to share your love of fishing with your children then introducing them early to the hobby is a good place to start. However, if you are looking for tips on choosing a proper fishing pole for your child then this buying guide may provide you with some help.
Size Matters
When it comes to fishing poles for children then size does matter because adult fishing poles are too long for young children to handle. A good rule of thumb is that the shorter the child, the shorter the pole is going to need to be.
Your child should be able to handle the pole easily and even be able to cast it after some practice.
Consider the type of Reel
There are normally two types of reels found on kids’ rods. Spincast reels, which are closed faced reels where the line releases with the push of a button. This type of reel makes casting easier for most beginners, especially for children under 6 years of age.
Spinning reel (open faced) are better suited to children who have some fishing experience and have at least mastered the art of casting.
Quality Counts
Kids rods sell for various prices and some are simply a rod and others are kits that contain the rod, reel and line, whatever rod you choose check the reviews to ensure that the rod you are purchasing is of a quality that gives you value for the price. Do keep in mind that you need to keep your expectations in sync with the cost since you can’t expect to get a $100 rod for $20.00 or $30.00.
Go With A Brand that You Trust
It is always better when buying a or anything to go with a brand that you trust. If you know that a brand tends to be reliable then chances are the rod you buy will be the quality you are looking for.
Final Thoughts
Whether you are purchasing a fishing rod for a youth as a Christmas or birthday present or simply for fishing during your vacation, one of the rods in this guide should work well to meet your child’s needs.
