Washoe County · stream · order 5 river · ~20 cfs typical · seasonal
Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek is a stream in Washoe County, Nevada. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Nevada'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
Clear
97°
59°
18 mph
0%
Fri
Clear
101°
64°
18 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
100°
65°
24 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
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
- Hardscrabble Creek8.1 mi
- Mullen Creek8.0 mi
- Winnemucca Ranch Reservoir9.0 mi
- McClellans Creek10.4 mi
- Dry Lake10.4 mi
- Rodero Creek9.7 mi
- Milk Ranch Reservoir11.2 mi
- Spanish Flat Reservoir12.7 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NV 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 — Nevada 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 Washoe County, Nevada. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.