Minnesota · Stearns County
Ochotto Lake Ice-Out Dates
The ice usually goes out of Ochotto Lake around April 7 — the first week of April. Earliest ever: April 4 (2007). Latest: April 24 (2008).
April 7Usually around
April 4Earliest ever (2007)
April 24Latest ever (2008)
5Years of record (2005–2022)
The 2027 season
Tracking resumes when the ice forms.
Every recorded ice-out
5 years on the books, 2005–2022. Newest first.
| Year | Ice-out date |
|---|---|
| 2022 | April 22 |
| 2008 | April 24 |
| 2007 | April 4 |
| 2006 | April 7 |
| 2005 | April 7 |
Late ice is unpredictable — no date on this page says the ice is safe.
Records: Minnesota DNR ice-out records. Last checked August 2026.