Bass Lake vs Rice Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Faribault County, Minnesota, side by side.
Rice Lake is the larger of the two at 266 acres against 199 for Bass Lake. On our rankings, Bass Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Rice Lake comes out ahead for boating, Rice Lake comes out ahead for camping, Rice Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Bass Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Bass Lake | Rice Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 50 / 100 | 48 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Delavan | Wells |
| Surface area | 199 acres | 266 acres |
| Max depth | 20 ft | 4 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.1 mi | 4 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.8 ft | — |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 5 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBass Lake
- BoatingRice Lake
- CampingRice Lake
- PaddlingRice Lake
- Ice FishingBass Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Bass Lake or Rice Lake?
Rice Lake is bigger at 266 acres; Bass Lake covers 199 acres.
Which is deeper, Bass Lake or Rice Lake?
Bass Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 20 feet against 4 feet.
Is Bass Lake or Rice Lake better for fishing?
Bass Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Bass Lake lists 15 species and Rice Lake lists 5.