v2.4.0.6
Document and Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2013
May 24, 2013
Sep. 30, 2012
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name HAWKINS INC    
Entity Central Index Key 0000046250    
Document Type 10-K    
Document Period End Date Mar. 31, 2013    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2013    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --03-31    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer No    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer    
Entity Public Float     $ 383.4
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   10,557,642