DRIVING ON THE ICE Driving on the ice isn’t recommended by the U.S. Forest Service - Superior National Forest. If you do decide to drive on the ice, it’s important to remember that no ice is never 100% safe, and ice thickness can vary drastically on a single body of water. Ice driving safety tips from the MN DNR:
• Stay on plowed ice roads whenever possible. • Talk to local experts about ice conditions and known hazards. • Roll down windows and unlock doors.
• Bring a life jacket or buoyant gear and ice picks in your car. Do NOT wear the life jacket or buoyant gear inside your vehicle. It could make escaping the vehicle very difficult if you break through the ice. • Have a simple emergency escape plan you have discussed with passengers. • Don’t override your headlights. • Avoid pressure ridges, channels, and under bridges. • Park >50 ft away from other vehicles and move your vehicle every two hours.
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