Hidden rivers, hidden surprises: the fishing rod in Red Dead Redemption 2 hides more than just a line-here’s how to cast into its secrets.
Luckily, getting a hold of the fishing rod is easy and does not require any special actions. You simply have to wait until the game unlocks the main task from the fishing trip during the main mission A Fisher of Men from the second chapter of the campaign, commissioned by Abigail Roberts at the Dutch’s gang camp at Horseshoe Overlook.
Abigail will ask the main character to teach her son Jack how to fish. You will receive the rod as soon as you start the mission.
As part of this quest, you can already catch your first few fish. From the moment you complete the main mission, you can fish freely and without any restrictions. It is enough to reach any river or water reservoir. Fishing in the game is, of course, more extensive than what the mission has shown – you can, for example, use different lures and catch different species of fish.
Where to buy the fishing rod in the catalog and rank required
In Red Dead Online, the fishing rod is bought from the in-game catalog under the Hunting & Fishing section, and it unlocks for purchase at around Rank 14.
Catalog location
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Open your handheld catalog (or use the catalog at a general store or post office).
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Go to the Hunting & Fishing category; the standard fishing rod is listed there for purchase.
Where to pick it up
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After buying, you can claim it from any post office, general store, or directly have it available in your item wheel once delivered.
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There is also a fishing shop in Lagras where fishing items can be accessed once you own the rod.
Rank requirement
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The basic fishing rod in Red Dead Online becomes available in the catalog at approximately Rank 14 for your character.
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If you do not see it yet in the Hunting & Fishing section, level up a bit more until you reach that rank, then check the catalog again.
Show catalog listing for fishing rod with price and rank requirement
In Red Dead Online, the standard fishing rod appears in the catalog under the Hunting & Fishing section once you reach Rank 14, priced at $80.
Catalog Details
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Access the catalog via your satchel (handheld item), any post office, trapper, or general store stable.
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Navigate to Kits > Fishing Rod (sometimes listed directly under Hunting items); it unlocks precisely at Rank 14 for purchase.
Purchase and Cost
| Item | Rank Required | Price | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishing Rod | $80 | Hunting & Fishing / Kits |
Once bought, retrieve it from a post office locker or equip directly from your item wheel near water bodies.
