Minnesota · Crow Wing County
Butterfield Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Butterfield Lake around April 10 — the second week of April. Earliest ever: April 9 (2006). Latest: May 4 (2022).
April 10Usually around
April 9Earliest ever (2006)
May 4Latest ever (2022)
8Years of record (2005–2026)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
8 years on the books, 2005–2026. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | April 17 |
| 2022 | May 4 |
| 2020 | April 10 |
| 2015 | April 9 |
| 2008 | April 25 |
| 2007 | April 19 |
| 2006 | April 9 |
| 2005 | April 10 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.