Rice River Pool

Rice River Pool is a reservoir in Aitkin County, Minnesota. Rice River Pool covers about 7,000 acres and holds about 17,930 acre-feet.

How the Size and Shape of Rice River Pool Affect Fishing

Rice River Pool was made by holding back a river or creek, making the old channel, bends and quiet coves sensible places to begin.

Fish and Baits at Rice River Pool

A reliable current fish list was not found for Rice River Pool, so it would be wrong to promise a certain species without better proof.

How the Seasons Change Rice River Pool

Spring around Rice River Pool 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 around Rice River Pool can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Rice River Pool

On a first trip to Rice River Pool, check incoming water, one bend in the old channel and a point near deep water with a moving lure, then slow down with a jig or worm where you get a bite.

Useful Tackle for Rice River Pool

A medium spinning rod with 8- to 10-pound line handles most jigs, worms and small lures at Rice River Pool, while a medium-heavy rod is better for bass jigs and heavier bottom rigs.

Rice River Pool FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 7,000-acre Rice River Pool?

At Rice River Pool, 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 Rice River Pool?

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

What does the 17,930 acre-foot storage figure mean at Rice River Pool?

At Rice River Pool, it shows that a lot of the water sits away from the bank and around the old channel or deep end.