Minnesota · Crow Wing County
Fool Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Fool Lake around April 18 — the third week of April. Earliest ever: April 5 (2015). Latest: April 29 (2022).
April 18Usually around
April 5Earliest ever (2015)
April 29Latest ever (2022)
5Years of record (2007–2026)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
5 years on the books, 2007–2026. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | April 15 |
| 2022 | April 29 |
| 2015 | April 5 |
| 2008 | April 23 |
| 2007 | April 18 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.