Big Rice Lake

Big Rice Lake near 48.0306, -92.0265 is a lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. Big Rice Lake covers about 403 acres.

How the Size and Shape of Big Rice Lake Affect Fishing

Big Rice Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Baits at Big Rice Lake

Fish reported from Big Rice Lake include golden shiner, northern pike, white sucker, and yellow perch.

Yellow Perch

For panfish at Big Rice Lake, keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Northern Pike

For large predators at Big Rice Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.

How the Seasons Change Big Rice Lake

Spring at Big Rice Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Big Rice Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Big Rice Lake

On a first trip to Big Rice Lake, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

Useful Tackle for Big Rice Lake

A medium spinning rod covers smaller lures at Big Rice Lake, while a heavier rod and stronger leader are better for northern pike.

Big Rice Lake FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 403-acre Big Rice Lake?

At Big Rice Lake, pick one cove and the closest point or drop into deep water, then fish that small area well before making a long move.

Why is no maximum depth listed for Big Rice Lake?

A reliable depth number was not found for Big Rice Lake, so anglers should rely on what they can see and what their lure touches.

Which reported fish is a simple first target at Big Rice Lake?

Golden shiner is on the fish list for Big Rice Lake, so start with a bait made for that fish instead of guessing at a species that may not be there.