Rice Lake
Todd County, Minnesota, near Lincoln. DNR lake ID 77006100.
Rice Lake is a 562.1-acre lake in Todd County, Minnesota, near Lincoln. Its deepest point reaches 8 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 5.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 77006100 |
|---|---|
| County | Todd County, near Lincoln |
| Surface area | 562.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 8 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.4 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 5.4 ft.
Fishing on Rice Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 4.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 8.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.75 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 0.75 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
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
- Rice Lake: 1 natural launch ramp. 3 mi E of Browerville on Cnty Rd 16, then 2 mi N on Twp Rd to W shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Thunder Lake 1.6 mi, Todd County
- Pine Island Lake 2.2 mi, Todd County
- Big Lake 2.7 mi, Todd County
- Turtle Lake 3.8 mi, Todd County
- Coal Lake 4.2 mi, Todd County
- Cranberry Lake 4.2 mi, Todd County
- Star Lake 4.6 mi, Todd County
- Horseshoe Lake 4.6 mi, Todd County
Questions about Rice Lake
How deep is Rice Lake?
Rice Lake reaches a maximum depth of 8 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 562.1 acres in Todd County, Minnesota.
How clear is Rice Lake?
Summer water clarity on Rice Lake averages 5.4 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.
Where is the public boat access on Rice Lake?
Rice Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Rice Lake.
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?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 5.4 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 Todd County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1987), 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.