Rice Lake
Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Thor. DNR lake ID 01006700.
Rice Lake is a 3,699-acre lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Thor. Its deepest point reaches 4.5 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 3.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 01006700 |
|---|---|
| County | Aitkin County, near Thor |
| Surface area | 3,699 acres |
| Maximum depth | 4.5 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 3.5 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 3.5 ft.
Fishing on Rice Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | trap | 0.3 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.0 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.7 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.3 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 21.0 in (2019), Northern pike 32.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Yellow perch, Bowfin, White sucker, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Mandy Lake 2.6 mi, Aitkin County
- Dam Lake 4.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Camp Lake 5.3 mi, Aitkin County
- Lily Lake 5.3 mi, Aitkin County
- Portage Lake 5.6 mi, Aitkin County
- Long Lake 5.9 mi, Aitkin County
- Starvation Lake 6.5 mi, Aitkin County
- Swamp Lake 6.6 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Rice Lake
How deep is Rice Lake?
Rice Lake reaches a maximum depth of 4.5 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Rice Lake?
Rice Lake covers about 3,699 acres in Aitkin County, Minnesota.
How clear is Rice Lake?
Summer water clarity on Rice Lake averages 3.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Rice Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Rice Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Rice Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, bowfin, white sucker, black bullhead in Rice Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Are there lake homes for sale on Rice Lake?
Homes on Rice Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Rice Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Rice Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 3.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Rice Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Rice Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Rice Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Aitkin County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2019), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.