Shreveport, Louisiana
Bacon's Tackle
Est. 1926
Run by fishermen. For fishermen. Since 1926.
Inside the Shop
A Hundred Years In Shreveport
The walls and shelves tell their own story.
Our Signature
Real Frog Skin Lures
Handcrafted in Shreveport. Found nowhere else.
For decades, Michael Bacon has handcrafted the Real Frog Skin Lures right here in the shop — using a process and materials you will not find on any retail shelf in America.
Each lure is painted by hand, tested on Louisiana water, and built to outfish the plastics every brand says are better. Anglers from all over the country drive to Shreveport for them.
Wear the Brand
Bacon's Off the Water
Hats, shirts, and merch worth wearing.
Since 1926
Bacon's Tackle and Bait Shop is more than a place to buy fishing gear—it's a living piece of Louisiana fishing history.
Founded in 1926, this Shreveport staple has served generations of anglers for nearly a century, earning a reputation as one of the most trusted and authentic tackle shops in the region. From weekend fishermen to seasoned bass anglers, customers come not just for the gear—but for the knowledge, experience, and tradition that define the shop.
At the heart of Bacon's Tackle is owner Michael Bacon, who continues the family legacy with a deep passion for the craft. Known for his hands-on approach, Michael doesn't just sell tackle—he creates it. He is recognized for producing some of the only frog skin lures in the country, along with custom hand-painted baits that reflect both artistry and real-world fishing performance.
Inside the shop, you'll find a mix of hard-to-find lures, trusted staples, and one-of-a-kind pieces you won't see anywhere else. The walls and shelves tell a story—stacked with decades of fishing history, local knowledge, and gear that has proven itself on the water.
More than anything, Bacon's Tackle has always been a fisherman's shop—a place where advice matters, stories are shared, and every customer is treated like a regular. Nearly 100 years later, that same commitment continues: helping people find the right bait, the right setup, and the confidence to catch more fish.