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Island Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Island Lake around April 15 — the third week of April. Earliest ever: April 10 (2005). Latest: May 6 (2022).
April 15Usually around
April 10Earliest ever (2005)
May 6Latest ever (2022)
5Years of record (2003–2022)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
5 years on the books, 2003–2022. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2022 | May 6 |
| 2015 | April 15 |
| 2005 | April 10 |
| 2004 | April 17 |
| 2003 | 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.