COTTONWOOD CREEK

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 2, 2024

Cottonwood Creek is a popular fishing area in Montana, USA, offering anglers the opportunity to catch a variety of fish species, including rainbow and brown trout. The area also offers hiking and camping opportunities for those looking to make a weekend of it. Fishing tips include using dry flies for surface feeding fish and nymphs for deeper waters. The best time of year to visit is in the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Featured Fish - Apache Trout

iving in lakes and streams, this fish will eat insects, invertebrates and small minnows. They are typically targeted using very light spinning or fly tackle using nymphs, wet or dry flies, worms or salmon eggs. These fish may also strike small spinner baits or spoons but some areas where these fish can be found have enacted policies where anglers may only use artificial lures so check all regulations before targeting these fish. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The body coloration is golden-yellow or olive yellow, with a golden belly, and Parr marks (vertical bars) can be seen on juveniles, but these marks typically disappear in larger individuals. Spots can be seen in an even distribution of pronounced, moderate-sized, rounded or oval black spots on the sides of the body and on top of the head. These spots may sometimes extend below the lateral line and onto the dorsal and caudal fins. The top of the Apache trout’s head and back is typically dark olive to brown and a black stripe appears to go through each eye because of the presence of two small black dots on either side of the pupil. Below the lower jaw, there is a dash of color that will range from yellow to darker gold. The dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins are tipped with a white to orange color and the adipose fin is usually bordered with a black margin.

INTERACTIVE MAP

Fish Species
  • Image Alt Silver Redhorse


  • Image Alt Brook Trout


  • Image Alt Brown Trout


  • Image Alt Bull Trout


  • Image Alt Cutthroat Trout


  • Image Alt Rainbow Trout


  • Image Alt Mountain Whitefish


WEATHER TODAY

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°F

mph

Windspeed

%

Humidity

Hourly Forecast
Next 5 Days

Long Term Forecast
Next 16 Days

Streamflow Levels

355

Cubic Feet Per Second

1310

Cubic Feet Per Second

110

Cubic Feet Per Second

22

Cubic Feet Per Second

978

Cubic Feet Per Second

29

Cubic Feet Per Second

109

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Missouri Headwaters State Park

Missouri Headwaters State Park

Missouri Headwaters State Park, located in Three Forks, Montana, is a popular destination for those interested in history, wildlife, and outdoor recreation. The park is named after the confluence of the Jefferson, Madison, and Gallatin Rivers, which form the Missouri River. One of the main reasons to visit Missouri Headwaters State Park is to explore the rich history of the area. The park is home to the Missouri Headwaters National Historic Landmark, which preserves and interprets the site where the Lewis and Clark Expedition first encountered the Missouri River. Visitors can explore the interpretive center and take guided tours of ...