Welcome to the City of Big Lake's official government website. Big Lake (population 10,060) is located in Sherburne County, Minnesota, mid-way between St. Cloud and the Twin Cities metro area along the banks of Big and Mitchell Lakes. Big Lake is the home of the northern-most station of the Northstar Commuter Train. This website provides residents, businesses and visitors with information about the community, public meetings and activities, building permits, licensing, the City Code and more. Please check back often.Latest City News