About Big Lake
Big Lake is a rapidly growing community in Sherburne County, Minnesota, located along the banks of Big and Mitchell Lakes. Big Lake is located about 45 miles from the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport and 28 miles from the St. Cloud Regional Airport.
Population
The 2010 Census reports the City of Big Lake's population to be 11,174 and Big Lake Township's to be 7,785, totaling 18,959. Big Lake Township can be reached by calling 763-263-8111.
Since the year 2000, there have been over 1,127 single family homes built in our city.
With the population growth, comes new businesses and redevelopment projects. Please check out our Economic Development page for updates.
New Residents
Are you a new resident? Please visit the New Resident Page for important information to help you get settled.
Our community is also the home to the northern-most stop of the Northstar Commuter Train. This service provides access from Big Lake to Minneapolis, stopping in Elk River, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Fridley.
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2017 / 2018 Community Guide
Access the Big Lake fall community guide Tribune.
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Bus Service (PDF)
Access the TriCounty Action Program PDF.
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City Newsletter
The City of Big Lake newsletter, The Big Lake Wave, is a quarterly newsletter that is mailed to all addresses within Big Lake city limits.
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Community Profile
The City of Big Lake, Minnesota, was incorporated on December 27, 1898. View Information such as population estimates and statistics on education.
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Community Groups
View links and documents pertaining to Community Groups in Big Lake.
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Community Links
Access numerous community links for things such as libraries and schools.
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Northstar Commuter Train
The Northstar Line (Route 888) offers service between Big Lake and downtown Minneapolis, stopping at stations in Elk River, Ramsey, Anoka, Coon Rapids and Fridley.
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Veterans Memorial Dedication
View a video recording of the Big Lake Veterans Memorial Dedication.
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Volunteer of the Month
The City of Big Lake has numerous great organizations and events that make Big Lake an enjoyable and fun place to live, and a active, supportive place to start a business.
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#YourBigLake
#YourBigLake is a series of tours, Facebook Q&A sessions, open houses, and more. All are welcome to join in these events to learn more about your City of Big Lake, and what makes so many of the things around you work!