Big Rice Lake campground
Big Rice Lake
The best time to visit the Big Rice Lake camping area is during the summer months when the weather is mild and conducive to outdoor activities. The lake offers excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming, making it a popular destination for water enthusiasts. However, it is advisable to bring bug repellent as mosquitoes can be quite active in this area. Furthermore, campers should be cautious of the local wildlife, such as bears and raccoons, and should properly store their food to avoid any unwanted encounters.
In conclusion, the Big Rice Lake camping area in Minnesota provides campers with a range of amenities, including picnic areas and clean facilities. Reservations are required to secure a campsite, ensuring a hassle-free stay. The best time to visit is during the summer months, offering opportunities for various outdoor activities. However, campers should be mindful of mosquitoes and wildlife while enjoying their time at the campground.
What's on-site at Big Rice Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Big Rice Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfeiffer Lakes -Usfs | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Pfeiffer Lake Campground & Backcountry Sites | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Pfeiffer Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hoodoo Point City Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mckinley Park Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Big Rice Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Kawishiwi R Abv White Iron Lake Nr Ely | 2,210 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 1,450 cfs | → |
| Vermilion River Nr Crane Lake | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Prairie River Near Taconite | 202 cfs | → |
| Basswood River Near Winton | 6,670 cfs | → |
| Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 1,010 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Big Rice Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cook | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Embarass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Iron Junction 3.4 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Aurora 7.4 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Chisholm 0.7 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- James Padgett Memorial Fields
- Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park
- Kabetogama State Forest
- Eveleth Northside Playground
- Bear Island State Forest
- Pine Grove Park
Boat launches
- Hoodoo Point Road Tower
- North 9th Avenue West Virginia
- Mesabi Trail Biwabik
- Soudan Boat Launch
- Ore-Be-Gone Drive Gilbert
- Vermillion Ridge Road Saint Louis County
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Big Rice Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Big Rice Lake
Can I make reservations at Big Rice Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Big Rice Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Big Rice Lake.