Where is Minden Located? - Minden is a city located in the Kearney County of Nevada, United States. Minden lies between 38.3793695 Degrees North latitudes and 81.8191658 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Minden Located?
Minden is a city located in the Kearney County of Nevada, United States. Minden lies between 38.3793695 Degrees North latitudes and 81.8191658 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Minden city is 3442 people and the city has a total area of 4.23 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Minden, Nevada Quick Facts
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Minden (Census-Designated Place) |
| County | Douglas County |
| State | Nevada |
| State Capital | Carson City |
| US Region | Mountain West |
| Latitude | 38.9574° N |
| Longitude | 119.7657° W |
| Elevation | 4,724 ft (1,440 m) |
| Land Area | 4.04 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.00 sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.04 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 3,442 |
| Population Density | Approximately 852 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 89423 |
| Area Code | 775 |
| Time Zone Standard | Pacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−8) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−7) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 32-47000 |
| Congressional District | Nevada's 2nd Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Minden
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minden-Tahoe Airport |
| IATA Code | MEV |
| Port | Not applicable |
| Major Highways | U.S. Highway 395, Nevada State Route 88 (nearby), Nevada State Route 206 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is Reno |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Douglas Area Rural Transit (DART) and regional transit services |
- U.S. Highway 395 – Main north–south route connecting Minden with Carson City, Reno, and California.
- Nevada State Route 88 – Scenic highway leading southwest toward Kirkwood and the Sierra Nevada.
- Nevada State Route 206 (Mottsville Lane) – Connects Minden with Lake Tahoe communities.
- Nevada State Route 207 (Kingsbury Grade) – Nearby mountain route providing access to Stateline and South Lake Tahoe.
Top Places to Visit in Minden, Nevada
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Minden Park | Park |
| Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park | Historic Site |
| Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center | Museum |
| Minden Mill Distilling | Distillery |
| Carson Valley | Scenic Area |
| Lampe Park | Park |
| Genoa Historic District | Historic District |
| Lake Tahoe | Natural Attraction |
| Jobs Peak Ranch Trail | Hiking Area |
| Heavenly Mountain Resort | Ski Resort |
Driving Distances from Minden, Nevada to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardnerville | Nevada | 2 | 5 minutes |
| Carson City | Nevada | 16 | 20 minutes |
| Genoa | Nevada | 3 | 10 minutes |
| Stateline | Nevada | 18 | 30 minutes |
| South Lake Tahoe | California | 19 | 30 minutes |
| Reno | Nevada | 45 | 50 minutes |
| Virginia City | Nevada | 31 | 45 minutes |
| Truckee | California | 59 | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Fernley | Nevada | 62 | 1 hour 10 minutes |
| Sacramento | California | 141 | 2 hours 40 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in Minden, Nevada
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Nevada College – Douglas Campus | Public | Community College | Career and transfer programs |
| University of Nevada, Reno | Public | University | Research and engineering programs |
| Lake Tahoe Community College | Public | Community College | Liberal arts and workforce education |
| Sierra Nevada University (University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe) | Public | University | Environmental and liberal arts studies |
| Truckee Meadows Community College | Public | Community College | Technical and workforce education |
Waterbodies in Minden, Nevada
Carson River, Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Jobs Peak Creek, Clear Creek, West Fork Carson River, East Fork Carson River, Indian Creek Reservoir.
Stadiums in Minden
Douglas High School Tiger Stadium, Lampe Park Sports Complex, Carson High School Stadium, Greater Nevada Field, South Tahoe Middle School Athletic Field.
Minden, Nevada — Key Historical Facts
- Minden was founded in 1906 by Heinrich Friedrich Dangberg Jr. as the commercial center of the Carson Valley ranching region.
- The community was named after Minden, Germany, reflecting the heritage of the Dangberg family.
- Minden became the county seat of Douglas County in 1916, replacing Genoa as the administrative center.
- The historic Minden Inn, Douglas County Courthouse, and nearby Dangberg Home Ranch remain important reminders of the area's early twentieth-century development.
- Today, Minden is known for its historic downtown, aviation facilities, outdoor recreation, and proximity to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada.
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