Lake Ida
About Lake Ida
Lake Ida is a 632-acre lake near Lake Park in Becker County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.6 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 23, based on 7 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Ida
- 632 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Lake Park
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 8.6 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 632 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 7 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 435 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 14
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 23
- Years of record
- 7
- Earliest
- April 13, 2005
- Latest
- May 10, 2013
- Most recent
- May 2, 2022
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Ida?
Lake Ida is in Becker County, Minnesota, near Lake Park. It covers 632 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Ida?
Lake Ida covers 632 acres with about 7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Ida?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Ida?
Yes. Lake Ida has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Ida?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Ida. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Lake Ida stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Ida; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Ida?
The median ice-out date is April 23, from 7 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 13, 2005 and the latest is May 10, 2013.
Does Lake Ida have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Ida as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.