Boat-in access makes Rice Lake County Park a remote option for campers willing to paddle across the small lake to reach the free campsites. The county-managed park sits on a lake stocked with northern pike, with residential properties scattered around the shoreline. Sites lack water and electric hookups, keeping the experience basic.
Campers bring their own supplies and rely on vault toilets for facilities. Cell service reaches the area, and both campfires and alcohol are permitted. For additional land-based options, consider Nelson Carlson Lake to the south. The park works well for anglers and paddlers seeking a weekend getaway with minimal amenities.
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Location
Public CampgroundRice Lake County Park is located in North Dakota
Coordinates
48.01500076 N
101.52600036 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 33 min from Minot, ND
- 1 hr 43 min from Bismarck, ND
- 3 hrs 34 min from Grand Forks, ND
- 4 hrs 7 min from Fargo, ND


