Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:00 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — August 3
local timeWaning Gibbous (70% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Cottonwood Recreation Site
| Location | Idaho |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Salmon River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 44.668278, -114.079698 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Custer |
Cottonwood Recreation Site is a public boat launch providing access to Salmon River in Idaho at coordinates 44.66828, -114.07970. Data published by Idaho Department of Fish and Game (ID IDFG).
Cottonwood Recreation Site is a public boat launch on Salmon River in Custer County, Idaho. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cottonwood Recreation Site
Is Cottonwood Recreation Site free to use?
Yes, Cottonwood Recreation Site is a public boat launch with free access in Idaho.
What water does Cottonwood Recreation Site access?
Cottonwood Recreation Site provides boat launch access to Salmon River in Idaho.
How do I get to Cottonwood Recreation Site?
Cottonwood Recreation Site is located at coordinates 44.668278, -114.079698 in Idaho. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 4.3 mi of Cottonwood Recreation Site, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.