Rice Lake Boat Launch

📍 Houghton County, Michigan

📍 Location and directions

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✅ Before you launch at Rice Lake

  • Clean, drain and dry your boat, trailer and gear before and after launching to help stop aquatic invasive species. Check the Michigan DNR for current rules.
  • Motorized boats need a valid Michigan watercraft registration.
  • Ramp access can change with weather, water levels and maintenance. Contact the managing agency for current status.

🧭 Nearby boat launches

Lake Linden 6.4 mi · Paved ramp Thayers Lake 8.7 mi · Carry-in Sandy Bottom 10.7 mi · Paved ramp Boston Pond 11.6 mi · Paved ramp Bootjack 11.8 mi · Paved ramp Houghton County Marina 14.0 mi · Paved ramp

Distances are straight-line miles between listed coordinates, not driving distance.

❓ Questions about Rice Lake

Is there a fee to launch at Rice Lake?

The DNR boating access data we have lists no launch fee at Rice Lake. Fees and rules can change, so check posted signs or the managing agency before you go.

What kind of ramp does Rice Lake have?

Rice Lake is listed with a paved boat ramp. It lists 1 trailer lane.

How much parking is there at Rice Lake?

The site lists 5 parking spaces. Popular launches can fill on summer weekends, so arriving early helps.

What amenities does Rice Lake have?

Listed amenities are: vault toilet, boating pier, ais signage, accessible pier.

Is Rice Lake open year-round?

Listed hours are: Open at all times. Seasonal closures can still apply, so confirm locally.

What are the GPS coordinates of Rice Lake?

The listed coordinates are 47.161769, -88.277447. Use the directions buttons on this page to open them in a map app.

Are there other boat launches near Rice Lake?

Yes. The closest launches in our directory are Lake Linden (6.4 miles away); Thayers Lake (8.7 miles away); Sandy Bottom (10.7 miles away).

🔗 Resources

⚓ All Michigan Launches ⚓ 20 Houghton County Launches 📋 Houghton County Fishing 🌊 Houghton County Lakes 🎣 MDNR Sport Fishing