Paddling

At Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Paddling with canoes, kayaks, rowboats and paddleboards provides a unique perspective of the refuge and can be used as a vehicle to enjoy wildlife observation, photography and fishing.

Hours

Daily, sunrise to sunset.

Locations

Paddling is allowed at Mandy Lake, Twin Lakes, all fishing access points and from the Rice River fishing access north to the Bog Road fishing access following both the refuge and Minnesota boating regulations. 

Know Before You Go

  • Gasoline motors are not allowed.
  • Please refer to the full list of refuge rules and policies before visiting.

Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge Activities