Minden, Nevada travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Minden is a city in Nevada located a few miles south of Carson City in the Carson Valley which is east of Lake Tahoe. The town is about 2 miles west of Gardnerville.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to stay

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Best things about Minden

Mormon Station State Historic Park

First permanent, non-native settlement in Nevada.

Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park

Ironwood 8 Cinema

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jun–Sep. Summer highs reach about 80°F; winter lows dip to about 18°F. Wettest: Feb and Dec. (climate data from nearby South Lake Tahoe)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
TKF Truckee Tahoe Airport, Truckee — 32 mi away. Directions
RNO Reno Tahoe International Airport, Reno — 38 mi away (major hub). Directions

Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the nearest major airport.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Mormon Station State Historic Park, Ironwood 8 Cinema
Afternoon Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder