Blaine County, ID · Inland River
Silver Creek
A legendary spring creek near Sun Valley — slow, glassy, weed-rich water holding large, exquisitely selective wild rainbow and brown trout. A technical dry-fly proving ground protected in part by The Nature Conservancy.
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Top picks today
Rainbow Trout & Brown Trout — tied at the top (60/100)
2 species tied for best of 2 tracked at Silver Creek.
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Species at Silver Creek
2 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top 2 (tied) are open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Rainbow Trout Workable day for Rainbow Trout. In season 60/100
About. Oncorhynchus mykiss — The most heavily stocked trout in Maryland. Put-and-take fisheries across the state plus holdover/wild fish in Western MD streams (Savage, Youghiogheny tailwater, Gunpowder). Takes PowerBait, small spinners, and standard dry/nymph patterns.
Prefers. Water 45–68°F (ideal 55°F) · either tide · depth 3–20 ft.
- Daily creel
- 6
Idaho general trout limit: 6/day.
Source: Idaho non-tidal regulations · verified 2026-06-03.
#1 Brown Trout Workable day for Brown Trout. In season 60/100
About. Salmo trutta — Naturally reproduces in the Gunpowder River tailwater (Loch Raven below Prettyboy) and several Western MD streams; also heavily stocked. Typically more wary than rainbows. Classic mayfly hatches on the Gunpowder — sulphurs, BWOs, caddis. Streamer-eaters after dark.
Prefers. Water 45–68°F (ideal 55°F) · either tide · depth 3–25 ft.
- Daily creel
- 6
Idaho general trout limit: 6/day.
Source: Idaho non-tidal regulations · verified 2026-06-03.
Location Info
Water Body
Inland River
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Idaho non-tidal
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Notes
Idaho: the Nature Conservancy Preserve and much of Silver Creek are catch-and-release, flies-only. Confirm the reach.
Local reports & rules for Silver Creek: Idaho Fish & Game fishing & regulations → · trout stocking schedule → · fish-consumption advisories (EPA directory) →
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Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Silver Creek?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Silver Creek you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Silver Creek?
Silver Creek is listed on this site for 2 commonly-targeted species: Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Silver Creek?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Silver Creek against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Silver Creek have?
Silver Creek has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp. Idaho: the Nature Conservancy Preserve and much of Silver Creek are catch-and-release, flies-only. Confirm the reach.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Silver Creek?
state agency regulations apply at Silver Creek. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Silver Creek tidal water?
No. Silver Creek is non-tidal — water level varies with rainfall, seasonal flow, and (where applicable) upstream dam releases rather than tidal exchange.