Rice
A 562-acre lake near Lincoln in Todd County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (12)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.75 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 8.00 | - | 0.21 lbs |
Hybrid Sunfish
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 4.50 | - | 1.58 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.25 | - | 0.83 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.25 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.02 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 0.02 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.78 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Other species in this lake (5)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 346.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 346.75 | - | 0.22 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 25.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 19.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 19.00 | - | 0.38 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 16.00 | - | 0.29 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.40 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 4.50 | - | 0.41 lbs |
White Sucker
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 0.50 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 1.52 lbs |
Common Carp
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 6.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 10, 1987NO PREVIOUS NETTING DATA IS AVAILABLE TO DETERMINE CHANGES IN FISH POPULATIONS. ANNUAL WINTERKILLS USUALLY OCCUR RESULTING IN EXTREMELY HIGH BLACK AND…
NO PREVIOUS NETTING DATA IS AVAILABLE TO DETERMINE CHANGES IN FISH POPULATIONS. ANNUAL WINTERKILLS USUALLY OCCUR RESULTING IN EXTREMELY HIGH BLACK AND BROWN BULLHEAD POPUALTIONS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Rice?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Hybrid Sunfish, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, and Black Crappie in Rice. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Rice?
Minnesota DNR records list public access for Rice. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.
How deep is Rice?
Rice has a maximum depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Rice last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Rice is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Rice have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Rice in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 562.08 acres
- Max Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.09 mi
- Public Access
- Yes