Boise County · stream · order 4 river · ~19 cfs typical
Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek is a stream in Boise County, Idaho. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Idaho's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
104°
75°
11 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
101°
75°
16 mph
0%
Sun
Overcast
90°
60°
17 mph
0%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Arrowrock Reservoir1.4 mistocked May 21, 2026
- South Fork Boise River2.4 mistocked Jul 15, 2026
- North Fork Cottonwood Creek3.1 mi
- Cow Creek3.3 mi
- Wood Creek5.1 mi
- Willow Creek5.8 mi
- Deadman Creek6.3 mi
- Flat Creek6.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official ID regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Cottonwood Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Cottonwood Creek?+
Yes — Idaho requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Cottonwood Creek?+
Cottonwood Creek is a stream in Boise County, Idaho. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.