Minnesota · Otter Tail County
North Lida Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of North Lida Lake around April 18 — the third week of April. Earliest ever: April 14 (2005). Latest: May 5 (2023).
April 18Usually around
April 14Earliest ever (2005)
May 5Latest ever (2023)
5Years of record (2003–2026)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
5 years on the books, 2003–2026. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | April 17 |
| 2023 | May 5 |
| 2007 | April 21 |
| 2005 | April 14 |
| 2003 | 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.