Silver Creek (Idaho) facts for kids
Silver Creek is the name for two different streams in Idaho. Imagine two separate waterways, both called Silver Creek, but in different parts of the state! One is in southern Idaho, and the other is further northwest.
One Silver Creek is a smaller stream that flows into the Little Wood River. This one is found in Blaine County, north of a town called Picabo. The other Silver Creek is a stream that joins the Middle Fork of the Payette River. You can find this one in Boise County, close to Crouch.
Silver Creek: Little Wood River Branch
This branch of Silver Creek starts from many springs. These springs bubble up from an aquifer, which is like a huge underground storage area for water. This creates a stream that is always flowing.
This area is a special type of ecosystem called a high desert, cold-spring environment. It's a unique place that attracts lots of different animals. For example, over 150 types of birds visit this Silver Creek.
This part of Silver Creek is about 30 miles (48 kilometers) south of Sun Valley. It is famous around the world for fly fishing. Many people come here to enjoy this special type of fishing.
You can find this specific location here: 43°11′41″N 114°00′51″W / 43.19480°N 114.01405°W
Silver Creek: Payette River Branch
The other Silver Creek is about 100 miles (160 kilometers) northwest of the Little Wood River branch. This stream flows into the Payette River.
This Silver Creek is home to brook trout. It is also regularly stocked with rainbow trout. This means that young rainbow trout are released into the stream to help keep the fish population healthy.
You can find this specific location here: 44°09′30″N 115°08′33″W / 44.15824°N 115.14259°W
