Upper Rice Lake
Clearwater County, Minnesota
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- How big is Upper Rice Lake?
- How deep is Upper Rice Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Upper Rice Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Upper Rice Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Upper Rice Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Upper Rice Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Upper Rice Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Upper Rice Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Upper Rice Lake?
How big is Upper Rice Lake?
Upper Rice Lake is approximately 1,527 sq acres (6.2 sq km) in size with 6 miles (9.7 km) of shoreline.
How deep is Upper Rice Lake?
Upper Rice Lake is approximately 13 feet (4.0 m) at its deepest point with an average depth of 6 feet (1.8 m).
What kind of fish can you catch in Upper Rice Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Brown Bullhead, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed and Yellow Perch in Upper Rice Lake.
Other fish species in the lake include Central Mudminnow, Common Shiner, Fathead Minnow and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Upper Rice Lake?
Nearby cities and towns include Shevlin, MN.
Are there places to stay in the Upper Rice Lake area?
Are you craving a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Or maybe you're an avid angler in search of the perfect fishing spot? Look no further! Upper Rice Lake and its surrounding area offer an abundance of options to suit your needs. If you're in need of accommodation, check out our area map which highlights some of the best places to stay. And if you're looking for even more options, head on over to our Travel section. But why settle for a traditional hotel or resort when you can take your adventure to the next level by renting a RV? The open road awaits you!
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Are there boat launches on Upper Rice Lake?
We know of 2 public boat launches on Upper Rice Lake. Please observe any specific lake regulations posted by the boat launch and please help keep the launch area free of litter.
Are there places to eat and drink near Upper Rice Lake?
Yes, you can find numerous options in the area. Click the button below to see what's nearby.
History & Status of the Fishery
Test nets set in 1995 found brown bullheads, yellow perch, and white suckers in fair abundance, from both gill nets and trap nets. Minnow species captured included common shiners, fatheads, and central mudminnows. One small northern pike, and one small pumpkinseed were captured in trap nets.
Are there any state parks near Upper Rice Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 4 state parks in the vacinity of Upper Rice Lake.
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Upper Rice Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.5 mi | 119 | |
| Minerva Lake | 1.7 mi | 230 | 16 ft |
| Mud Lake | 2.4 mi | 210 | |
| Robinson Lake | 5.7 mi | 77 | |
| Dahlberg Lake | 6.4 mi | 22 | |
| Mallard Lake | 6.6 mi | 105 | 17 ft |
| Walker Brook Lake | 6.7 mi | 95 | 45 ft |
| Daniel Lake | 6.9 mi | 57 | 27 ft |
| Berg Lake | 6.9 mi | 17 | |
| Mud Lake | 7.1 mi | 49 |
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