The best sporting goods shops in Groton

Whether you're posted up at the lake, chasing Gaga Ball glory, or catching a movie under the stars, start at Odetah Store & Office inside Odetah Camping Resort to get set for the day at a spot proudly voted most beautiful in Connecticut.

From the Norwich newsletter, October 21, 2026

Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.

Watch Hill Outfitters is the spot for fresh and saltwater gear, live bait, and on-the-spot rod and reel fixes, plus locals who actually know where the bite is. They also rent and sell kayaks with a Pawcatuck River launch out back and can issue your fishing license on-site.

From the Westerly newsletter, October 30, 2026

Trade your usual weeknight for nearby Smith Cove time with Three Belles Outfitters, offering kayak and SUP rentals, guided sunset and glow paddles, ecology tours, and playful SUP yoga, all launching right from the cove, then stick around for a casual coastal bite at their waterfront restaurant.

From the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region newsletter, October 30, 2026

Anthem Sports is a serious resource for teams, coaches, and athletes, with gear for everything from baseball and basketball to soccer, pickleball, and sports medicine. Need a goal, a ball, or enough cones to make practice feel official? They cover a lot of ground.

From the Groton newsletter, October 17, 2026