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SaveMinden trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Horseback. Trails here are often sandy. Scenery includes views and summits. Common trail features include creek crossings. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail System.
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- Mountain Bike
5 trails
- Horse
5 trails
- Hike
6 trails
- Trail Running
6 trails
Region Details
- 5
Region Status
Caution as of Apr 17, 2023
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 6
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 5
- Trails Horse
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 6
- Trails Trail Running
- 6
- Total Distance
- 7 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 4 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,078 ft
- Total Vertical
- 504 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,326 ft
- Reports
- 1
- Completed Counter
- 568
Sub Regions
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Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail System
- 5
Popular Minden Mountain Biking Trails
• 60 ★ 1.0 • 3,333 ft • 64 ft • 18 • • hike
Loose, sandy trail primarily used by hikers and equestrians.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 64 ft • 17 • • hike
This is a 1.2-mile section of the total 3.9-mile trail connecting the Fay-Luther and Jobs Peak Ranch Trailheads. Only this section is multi-use from the Fay-Luther Trailhead to the Valley View Loop. Trail is generally sandy through...
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,670 ft • 4 ft • 14 • • hike
This is the lollipop stick of the Valley View Loop. Loose, sandy soils predominantly used by equestrians and hikers. Travels through Jeffrey pines, along with sagebrush, rabbitbrush and bitterbrush.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 205 ft • 5 • • hike
Loose, sandy trail primarily used by hikers and equestrians. Travels mostly through open Jeffrey pine stand.
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 91 ft • 4 • • hike
Loose sandy soils used predominately by equestrians and hikers. Some Jeffrey pines but mostly through sagebrush, rabbitbrush and bitterbrush. Two creek crossings for the dogs and horses.
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail | Nov 10, 2019 @ 5:50am Nov 10, 2019 | Dry | wilecoyote65 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVTA | update | trail | activity #94709538 and 3 more | May 14, 2026 @ 1:39pm May 14, 2026 |
| CVTA | update | trail | activity #85127928 and 12 more | Dec 3, 2025 @ 6:45pm Dec 3, 2025 |
| falcon013 | ridden | trail | activity #81843174 and 1 more | Oct 6, 2025 @ 2:24pm Oct 6, 2025 |
| CVTA | update | trail | activity #81702122 | Oct 4, 2025 @ 1:35pm Oct 4, 2025 |
| falcon013 | ridden | trail | activity #75239274 | Jul 5, 2025 @ 7:56am Jul 5, 2025 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Super deep loose sand from the parking lot to... | Apr 29, 2022 @ 4:28pm Apr 29, 2022 | ||
| trail | Good if you like riding on the beach | Jun 18, 2020 @ 12:45pm Jun 18, 2020 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 5 | 4 miles | 535 ft | 2 miles | 322 ft | #11,395 | #28 | 1 | 2,025 | |||
| Horse | 5 | 4 miles | 535 ft | 2 miles | 322 ft | #3,219 | #24 | |||||
| Hike | 6 | 7 miles | 1,076 ft | 4 miles | 505 ft | #11,879 | #35 | 1 | 241 | |||
| Trail Running | 6 | 7 miles | 1,076 ft | 4 miles | 505 ft | #12,120 | #35 | 1 | 242 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Minden?
Minden has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Minden?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Minden are:
- Lonesome Trail (3.6/5)
- Appaloosa Trail (0/5)
- Valley View Loop Connector (0/5)
- Valley View Loop (0/5)
- Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Minden?
There are 2 parking locations listed in Minden. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Minden?
The longest trail in Minden is Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail at 1.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Minden?
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How many trails are in Minden?
Minden has a total of 6 trails. Of those, 5 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Minden to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Minden?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Minden is Appaloosa Trail with 205 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Minden?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Minden is Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail with 192 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Minden?
Minden supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Minden?
The following bike services are available in Minden:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Minden?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Minden is Appaloosa Trail with an average grade of 1.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Minden?
The overall region status for Minden is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 1 trails:
- Clear / Green: 1
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What is the highest summit in Minden?
The highest summit in Minden is Mount Siegel at 9,409 ft elevation.
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Are there local clubs or events in Minden?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Minden directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Minden?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Minden are:
- Lonesome Trail
- Appaloosa Trail
- Valley View Loop Connector
- Valley View Loop
- Fay-Luther/Jobs Peak Ranch Trail
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Minden?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Minden are:
- Lonesome Trail (1/5)
- Appaloosa Trail (0/5)
- Valley View Loop Connector (0/5)
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