Clark County · stream · order 3 river · ~19 cfs typical
Cottonwood Creek
Stocked 3× on record · IDFG
Cottonwood Creek is a stream in Clark County, Idaho, stocked with Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout (Triploid) — most recently on Jul 21, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from IDFG; 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
81°
52°
25 mph
29%
Fri
Overcast
87°
61°
15 mph
3%
Sat
Overcast
90°
64°
20 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 21 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 250 | 6" | |
| Jun 23 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 250 | 13" | |
| May 22 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 6" | |
Angler reports
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All Idaho waters with rainbow trout → · All Idaho waters with rainbow trout (triploid) →
Nearby waters
- Aldous Lake4.2 mistocked Jul 17, 2026
- Hirschi Flat3.6 mi
- Warm Creek4.8 mi
- Hancock Lake4.8 mi
- Dry Creek6.0 mi
- Walking Fish Lake4.9 mi
- Saw Creek6.4 mi
- East Camas Creek6.9 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
What fish are stocked in Cottonwood Creek?+
Cottonwood Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout (Triploid) in Clark County, Idaho, most recently on Jul 21, 2026 by IDFG. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
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 Clark County, Idaho. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: IDFG · updated Jul 21, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.