State: Minnesota
Address 1: 8485 Rose Street
City: Owatonna
Zip: 55060
Phone: 507-455-5871
Open: Open all year
Open all Year: Yes
Number of Sites: 56
Electric: 15
Camp URL: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/rice_lake/index.html
Full Hook: Yes
Long ago, American Indians harvested wild rice from this lake where today, the shallow waters and marshy edges of Rice Lake attract many waterfowl during migrations. Rice Lake is a major wetland in the area. Visitors enjoy camping under the tall hardwoods, photographing spring wildflowers, picnicking, and birdwatching. For a more secluded camping experience, paddle across the lake and camp in a canoe campsite. Winter activities include cross-country skiing and snowmobiling on the trails.
Campgrounds: The main campground has 42 semi-modern sites on 2 camping loops. Camping is available year-round. There are 3 types of rustic sites available: walk-in, cart-in, and canoe-in. The park’s group camp is available year-round.
Electric Sites: There are 16 electric sites in the main campground – all are in Loop B.
Special Notes for RV Campers: The park has gravel spurs that can accommodate RVs up to 55 feet long.
Reservations: Reservations are recommended for weekends and holidays during the regular season. Reservations are not as necessary after Labor Day. Reservations are not taken after November 1 through April 1.