Spring-Fed Creek and Trout Fishing in Idaho’s Hagerman Valley — Billingsley Creek Unit of Thousand Springs State Park, Crystal-Clear Spring-Fed Creek, Fly Fishing for Rainbow and Brown Trout, Campground With Electric and Water Hookups, Canoe and Kayak Access on Calm Spring Water, Wildlife Viewing Along Riparian Corridors, Part of the Thousand Springs Complex, Near Hagerman Gooding County Idaho
Billingsley Creek State Park is the Billingsley Creek unit of Thousand Springs State Park, located near Hagerman, Gooding County, Idaho, managed by Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. The park features a crystal-clear spring-fed creek ideal for fly fishing for rainbow and brown trout, a campground with electric and water hookup sites, canoe and kayak access on calm spring-fed water perfect for beginners, a wildlife viewing corridor along the riparian habitat with great blue herons and waterfowl, picnic areas and day-use facilities, connections to the broader Thousand Springs State Park complex featuring the spectacular Thousand Springs geological formation, and a tranquil setting in Idaho’s Hagerman Valley along the Snake River corridor.
Billingsley Creek is spring-fed from underground aquifers — the water emerges at a constant temperature year-round, creating ideal trout habitat and crystal-clear conditions prized by fly fishers. The gentle current also makes it one of Idaho’s best beginner kayak and canoe destinations.
The park is part of the Thousand Springs State Park complex — a series of units showcasing the spectacular springs that emerge from canyon walls along the Snake River in the Hagerman Valley.
Things to Do
- Fly fishing — rainbow and brown trout, spring-fed creek
- Camping — sites with electric + water hookups
- Kayaking/Canoeing — calm spring water, beginner-friendly
- Wildlife viewing — herons, waterfowl, riparian habitat
- Thousand Springs — nearby geological formations
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Hagerman, Gooding County, ID |
| Part Of | Thousand Springs State Park |
| Water | Spring-fed Billingsley Creek — year-round clear |
| Camping | Electric + water hookups |
| Fishing | Rainbow + brown trout — fly fishing |
| Managed By | Idaho Dept. of Parks and Recreation |
| Coordinates | 42.7903° N, 114.8706° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fish at Billingsley Creek State Park?
Yes — Billingsley Creek State Park near Hagerman, Idaho offers excellent fly fishing for rainbow and brown trout in a crystal-clear spring-fed creek. The constant-temperature spring water creates ideal trout habitat year-round. The park also features a campground with electric and water hookups, calm-water canoeing and kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Part of the Thousand Springs State Park complex in Idaho’s Hagerman Valley.
Last updated: May 2026
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Ritter Island State Park is a short drive away, and Niagara Springs State Park is a short drive away.
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Idaho state parks online at getoutside.idaho.gov.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Billingsley Creek State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are welcome in most Idaho state parks and on trails, but only if confined or controlled on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- 6 ft maximum leash required, or pet must be confined (e.g. in a camper)
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are prohibited from all swim areas and beaches statewide (service animals excepted)
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets are allowed at most parks but some parks prohibit them in some cabins and yurts
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Park managers may designate off-leash exercise areas (e.g. Eagle Island off-leash trails); pets may not be left unattended
Are dogs allowed at Billingsley Creek State Park?
Pets are welcome in most Idaho state parks and on trails, but only if confined or controlled on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via parksandrecreation.idaho.gov. More: Idaho state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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