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Cottonwood Creek

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Oklahoma, United States

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Bluegill

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Green sunfish

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Black bullhead

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Black bullhead

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Black bullhead

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General info

Cottonwood Creek is a stream located in Payne County, Oklahoma, United States. It is most popular for fishing Black bullhead, Green sunfish, and Bluegill.

Location

35°57′40.3″N 96°44′22.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Cottonwood Creek, OK

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Oklahoma can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Cottonwood Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Cottonwood Creek located?
the Cottonwood Creek is a stream located in Payne County, Oklahoma, United States. Its coordinates are:
35°57′40.3″N 96°44′22.1″W
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🎣 Where on the Cottonwood Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Cottonwood Creek by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Cottonwood Creek?
The most common species in the Cottonwood Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Cottonwood Creek fishing reports?
The latest Cottonwood Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Cottonwood Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Cottonwood Creek, some of the species in season this June include: Alligator gar. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Cottonwood Creek?

Fishing in Oklahoma requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Resident and non-resident annual and short-term licenses are available online or at authorized retailers statewide.

In Oklahoma, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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