Sports and outdoor stores in Prince George
14 local businessesAcross 3 areas of the cityDirectory checked October 2026
Jump to all 14 listingsPrince George sits in the middle of some of BC's best outdoor country, with hundreds of lakes, vast forests and trails right on the edge of town. Hunting, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing and hockey are woven into local life, and sports and outdoor businesses help people gear up for all of it.
Listings here include Corlane Sporting Goods, offering outdoor gear for hunting, fishing, camping and shooting; Fort George Firearms Training for PAL and RPAL courses; Exile Bait & Tackle Co., which makes baits and tackle; Surplus Herby's for camping and fishing gear; and bike and ski shops such as Koops Bike Shop, Cycle Logic and Ruckus Skis Boards & Bikes. Golf courses are listed under recreation, and hockey and other teams under sports clubs and leagues.
Local staff often know the nearby lakes, trails and hunting areas well, and they can point you toward gear that stands up to northern conditions. Many shops also offer courses, repairs and rentals. Whether you are planning a fishing trip, getting ready for hunting season or lacing up for hockey, browse the listings below to find what you need.
A closer look
Listings with the most detail about their services, in no particular order of quality.
Corlane Sporting Goods PG
Outdoor gear for hunting, fishing, camping, shooting, and more
Corlane Sporting Goods Ltd. is a family-owned outdoor sporting goods retailer with locations in Dawson Creek and Prince George, BC. The business sells hunting, fishing, camping, shooting, optics, clothing, gifts, and related gear, and also offers gunsmithing services. It has been operating since 1962.
- Gunsmithing
- Online retail
- Military discount program
3900 Walls Ave(250) 564-2719corlanes.com
Exile Bait & Tackle Co.
Quality baits and tackle made to catch fish after fish.
Exile Bait & Tackle Co. is a Prince George, BC fishing tackle business that makes and sells baits, tackle, and fishing gear. The site highlights handcrafted products made with quality parts and materials, and features jigging spoons designed for species like burbot, walleye, and lake trout.
430 Blackburn Rd N(250) 612-9913exilebaits.com
Fort George Firearms Training
PAL & RPAL Prince George, BC
Fort George Firearms Training provides firearms safety and license training in Prince George and across Northern BC. The business offers Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) for PAL, Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) for RPAL, IPSC Black Badge Course training, and firearms estate services. It also offers private group and travel-based instruction.
- Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC)
- Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC)
- IPSC Black Badge Course
- Firearms estate services
- Private group training
2730-2728 Moyie St(250) 981-8270fortgeorgefirearmstraining.ca
Tips for choosing sports and outdoor stores
- Buy your BC freshwater fishing licence online before heading to the lake.
- To hunt in BC, you need a hunting licence, which requires completing the CORE hunter education program.
- To buy firearms, you need a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) from the RCMP Canadian Firearms Program, which requires a safety course.
- Check fishing and hunting regulations each year; they change and vary by region.
- Be bear aware on local trails and carry bear spray.
- Ask staff for local tips on gear suited to northern conditions.
All sports and outdoor stores in Prince George
Corlane Sporting Goods PG
Outdoor gear for hunting, fishing, camping, shooting, and more
Exile Bait & Tackle Co.
Quality baits and tackle made to catch fish after fish.
Evolve Sport & Cycle
Reapers Armament
Fort George Firearms Training
PAL & RPAL Prince George, BC
Questions people ask
Do I need a licence to fish near Prince George?
Yes. Anyone 16 or older needs a BC freshwater fishing licence to fish in non-tidal waters. Licences are available online.
How do I get a PAL in Canada?
You must complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course, pass the tests, then apply to the RCMP Canadian Firearms Program for a Possession and Acquisition Licence.
What outdoor activities are popular in Prince George?
Fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and hockey are all popular around Prince George.
