Minnesota · Douglas County
Darling Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Darling Lake around April 17 — the third week of April. Earliest ever: March 31 (2017). Latest: May 1 (2008).
April 17Usually around
March 31Earliest ever (2017)
May 1Latest ever (2008)
7Years of record (1986–2017)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
7 years on the books, 1986–2017. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2017 | March 31 |
| 2015 | April 11 |
| 2014 | April 25 |
| 2008 | May 1 |
| 2007 | April 17 |
| 1989 | April 23 |
| 1986 | April 12 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.