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Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River

Grand View, Idaho · Owyhee County

Cottonwood Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders. Redband trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area. Access to the area is difficult. This is not a boatable section of river.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High93°F
Avg Low67°F
Peak Rain Chance0%
Humidity17%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality203 · Very Unhealthy
Today
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Clear
88°/64°
🌬 14mph
6:32 AM9:08 PM
Wed
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Overcast
87°/63°
🌬 13mph
6:33 AM9:07 PM
Thu
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Overcast
94°/64°
🌬 18mph
6:34 AM9:06 PM
Fri
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Clear
96°/69°
🌬 8mph
6:35 AM9:05 PM
Sat
Partly Cloudy
99°/74°
🌬 21mph
6:36 AM9:04 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River

Cottonwood Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders. Redband trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area. Access to the area is difficult. This is not a boatable section of river.

Plan Your Visit to Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River

Heading to Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River?

No central reservation system listed for Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/14973) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River?

5 miles north of Wickahoney Road on Hill Pasture Cherrystem Road

How do I contact Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River?

You can reach the park at phone: 208-384-3300 or email: BLM_ID_BruneauOffice@blm.gov.