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Wakesurf Spot · Wisconsin

Rice Lake

A 859-acre reservoir, reaching 19 ft deep in Barron County, Wisconsin — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.

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Rice Lake is a public lake in Barron County, Wisconsin that covers about 859 acres and reaches roughly 19 ft at its deepest. At that size there is room for a wake-boat lap when the water is open and rules permit.

No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch.

This listing is drawn from state lake records — it reflects size and access, not a track record as a wakesurf venue. Wisconsin sets statewide wake-boat rules, and individual lakes routinely add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits. Check the Wisconsin rules page and the local ordinance before you launch.

Source: Wisconsin DNR — Lakes. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rice Lake is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.

Rice Lake covers roughly 859 acres and reaches about 19 ft at its deepest, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. Public access varies — confirm a launch before you go. Wisconsin sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Wisconsin rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Wisconsin: Local/lake-specific rules only. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.