Minnesota · Aitkin County
Dam Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Dam Lake around April 15 — the third week of April. Earliest ever: April 1 (2016). Latest: April 26 (2008).
April 15Usually around
April 1Earliest ever (2016)
April 26Latest ever (2008)
9Years of record (2004–2022)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
9 years on the books, 2004–2022. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2022 | April 16 |
| 2020 | April 19 |
| 2019 | April 23 |
| 2017 | April 5 |
| 2016 | April 1 |
| 2015 | April 9 |
| 2008 | April 26 |
| 2005 | April 10 |
| 2004 | April 15 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.