Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area

Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area in Iowa offers a landscape of flat terrain with grasslands and wetlands. Temperatures range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby Rice Lake and enjoy birdwatching or fishing opportunities.

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Map & DirectionsRice Lake Wildlife Management Area is located in Iowa near Leland

Detail location of campground
Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

43.38418499 N
93.48847522 W

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    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 6/7/26
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    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 3/29/26

Connectivity

Presented byT-MobileT-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
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    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 6/7/26
  • signal strength bars
    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 3/29/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Pets

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed May. 16, 2026

Peaceful Secluded Spot :)

We stayed here one night. The spot is at the end of a long gravel road. It’s like a large gravel parking lot right on the lake. It was insanely peaceful and quiet the entire time. The birds chirping was beautiful. There were a couple of other people there but they were friendly and didn’t make it any less enjoyable. We left at 7am and people were coming to put their boats in the water so it might get less peaceful later in the day but it was great for us!

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area by Nika S., May 16, 2026
  • Review photo of Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area by Nika S., May 16, 2026
  • Review photo of Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area by Nika S., May 16, 2026
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Reviewed Mar. 30, 2024

Good spot, but not exactly private

It's a nice spot off of the main road. It's pretty quiet, but there aren't many spots to camp. When you come in on the dirt road, it hooks to the right, and you'll come upon a dirt cul-de-sac. On the right, you'll see a grassy area set into the woods where you could camp. Other than that, your parking in the perimeter. There's enough room that virtually any size camper could navigate into this spot, but if there are other people, that will really complicate your life.

There is a boat launch and paths down each side of the launch you could fish. On the way in, you'll see a deck to the left, providing a scenic overlook. There's also a spot there you could potentially park, but you'll be very exposed if there is any foot traffic.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area by Skip H., March 30, 2024
  • Review photo of Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area by Skip H., March 30, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.