Overview

The Silver Creek Preserve in Idaho includes 883 acres of land and 3 miles of pristine, clear water streams. Anglers come from all over the world to fish for brown trout and rainbow trout. Silver Creek Preserve is one of the most successful conversation projects every undertaken in the private sector.

Location & Information

Silver Creek Preserve
165 Kilpatrick Bridge Road
Bellevue, ID 83313
(208) 788-2203

To find this special place travel south on State Highway 75 to the flashing light at the junction of State Highway 75 and State Highway 20. Turn east onto State Highway 20 and then travel approximately 7 miles to Kilpatrick Bridge Road. There is a sign on the roadway that says "Silver Creak Preserve". Turn here and continue to follow the signs to the Visitor's Center. ?

Activities

The Silver Creek Preserve in Idaho is a nature lover's paradise. The fly fishing is legendary, of course, but the preserve offers many other outdoor activities.

With the miles of pristine streams, lush meadow lands, and bordered by mountains to the north, the area attracts eagles, hawks, various songbirds, and a variety of waterfowl, coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, deer and elk. In addition to the diverse wildlife, there are many fragrant and brilliant wildflowers. Known best for the wild trout that call these streams their home, the area is enjoyable for anyone who does not fish as well.

The quiet meandering streams are excellent for canoeing or kayaking. You can sit on the shore and contemplate nature, do a little bird watching and/or hiking. There are interpretive displays at the Visitors Center along with additional information. You can take a self-guided nature trail, which points out the ecological point of interest.