Minnesota · Itasca County
Grave Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Grave Lake around April 21 — the third week of April. Earliest ever: April 6 (2021). Latest: April 28 (2008).
April 21Usually around
April 6Earliest ever (2021)
April 28Latest ever (2008)
8Years of record (2002–2021)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
8 years on the books, 2002–2021. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2021 | April 6 |
| 2015 | April 14 |
| 2008 | April 28 |
| 2007 | April 23 |
| 2006 | April 12 |
| 2004 | April 21 |
| 2003 | April 23 |
| 2002 | April 21 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.