Free Lobster Trap Plans

How to Build Wooden Lobster Traps
Wooden lobster traps have become a rarity in modern lobstering because they are heavy, typically around 125 pounds out of water and 35 pounds submerged. Traditional wooden traps are built in many shapes, but are most commonly rectangular.

Boothbay Lobsterboat
You can build two lobster traps from the materials listed below. If you wish, both traps can be built at the same time.

How To Make A Lobster Trap
This page includes the steps involved in the process of building a lobster trap. It includes thumbnail pictures and down loadable videos.

Build A Lobster Trap
An instructor from the Lobster Cove Lighthouse in Gros Morne National Park teaches us how to build a lobster trap.

Downeast Nautical Salvage Lobster Traps
Wooden Lobster Traps available in both Half-Round and Flat styles. Weathered from use in the lobster industry but guaranteed to be in good shape.

DIY Lobster Traps
The lobster trap you're going to build will resemble a half cylinder when complete--flat bottom, covered with spaced wooden slats and sturdy nylon mesh covering each end.