Lake Ida
About Lake Ida
Lake Ida is a 226-acre lake near Silver Creek (Wright) in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 60 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 19 feet, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. A campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around April 4, based on 17 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Ida
- 226 acres, up to 60 feet deep, near Silver Creek (Wright)
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12.5 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 226 acres
- Max depth
- 60 ft
- Average depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 109 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)
- Camping (1 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 4
- Years of record
- 17
- Earliest
- March 16, 2016
- Latest
- May 4, 2013
- Most recent
- March 26, 2025
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
1 campground is mapped on or near Lake Ida. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Ida?
Lake Ida is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Silver Creek (Wright). It covers 226 acres and reaches 60 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Ida?
Lake Ida covers 226 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 60 feet and its average depth is about 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Ida?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed 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?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lake Ida; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Lake Ida?
The median ice-out date is April 4, from 17 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 16, 2016 and the latest is May 4, 2013.
Can you camp at Lake Ida?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.