Cottonwood, ID Fishing Trip — January
Your Cottonwood, ID Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 35°F / Low 21°F1.8" rain · 8 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
5 species
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairRainbow Trout
Various
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairNorthern Pike
Various
LowSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
January Weather in Cottonwood
35°F
Avg High
21°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
14 Guides Near Cottonwood
No guides are based in Cottonwood, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
Idaho Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30.50
Non-Resident$98
Requirements
Required for ages 14+. Steelhead and salmon permits sold separately.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules.
Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules. Some waters are catch-and-release only for trout.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for potential exceptions.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to the general rules. Some areas may have more restrictive limits.