14 Best Minecraft 1.20 Trail Ruins Seeds (September 2024) 

Trail Ruins embody the "Trails" part of the Minecraft 1.20 Trails and Tales Update that added many archeology features, new goodies, and ways to play. The ruins can be difficult to find, so I've compiled this list of the best 14 1.20 Trail Ruins seeds to help you explore them immediately!

14 Best Minecraft Java and Bedrock 1.20 Trail Ruins Seeds

Since this list contains both Bedrock and Java seeds for Trail Ruins in Minecraft, each seed is identified by both seed name and version. Be careful to choose the seeds that are labeled for your version!

14 - Divided Ruins

Seed: 3439917914160453264

Version: Bedrock

One Trail Ruins structure is typically only seen from one spot on the surface. The purple and red top of these ruins is clearly visible a block above the grass of the Taiga biome it has spawned in. However, walking a dozen blocks east of the ruins will place you in a small hole in the ground containing another section of the ruins. If you want to excavate a set of Trail Ruins and expose it to the surface, this would be a good seed to start in.

13 - Taiga River Ruins

Seed: -4551584015779252568

Version: Java

These ruins just barely peek out of the top of a Taiga biome's river. Their cream-colored terracotta and light grey gravel stand out against the deeper blues of the river, helping you to find them more easily. If you want to fully excavate them, start by sectioning off the ruins and removing the water around them. Afterward, take your time to brush the suspicious gravel and dig up all of the gravel, sand, and dirt blocks in the way. You'll end with a large underwater structure with pre-determined chambers and useful utility blocks.

12 - Triple Taiga Ruins

Seed: -3181561207078993035

Version: Bedrock

Taigas are one of the best biomes to explore if you're in search of Trail Ruins. This Taiga contains three of these ruin structures. Two are on the Taiga's Podzol and Coarse Dirt blocks while the third is hidden in the river cutting through the biome.

11 - Coal Ruins

Seed: 2608160000337489077

Version: Bedrock

Stony Shores are typically home to various ores, namely coal, iron, and copper. This Stony Shores biome goes a step further by having a Trail Ruins structure next to a coal deposit. The copper in the same area is perfect for crafting brushes to use in the ruins themselves. It's the ideal seed for a Survival player looking to make their home in a set of Trail Ruins.

10 - Orange Birch Ruins

Seed: -2082170392120872308

Version: Java

This Birch Forest is home to a small set of orange Trail Ruins. The Ruins themselves are built into a tree near the tall hill by Spawn. While the Ruins look pretty shallow, they are built deep into the earth and are filled with precious resources.

9 - Beneath the Ice

Seed: 6855857326466464304

Version: Bedrock

A Frozen Ocean hides this set of Trail Ruins from all who enter this world. If you hadn't been told it was here, you would have to be very lucky to come across it casually. Those who work to excavate it can turn it into an epic underwater base. If that's not your style, take its treasures and head off in search of brighter pastures.

8 - Shady Ruins

Seed: 4370479170024496832

Version: Bedrock

This seed comes with both a set of Trail Ruins and two exposed Cold Ocean Ruins. You'll come across a cluster of Cold Ocean ruins first, two of which have been generated on the beach. After walking by them, you'll find a Trail Ruins structure beneath a shady oak tree.

7 - Purple Bee Ruins

Seed: -7669547433931729862

Version: Java

A sprawling Birch Forest covers the Spawn area of this Minecraft seed. Bees buzz around the area, turning it into a picturesque scene. These purple Trail Ruins stand out beautifully against the yellow color of the bees and the white and black birch trees.

6 - Atlantean Ruins

Seed: 4049850229416174491

Version: Java

These Trail Ruins are in the ocean just off the coast of the mainland. It could be speculated that these ruins may be the unearthed remains of the Minecraft version of Atlantis. More realistic historians would likely attribute them to a seaside or fisherman village that sunk beneath the ocean. Whichever tale you believe, these ruins are sure to provide bountiful treasures.

5 - Revealed Ruins

Seed: 7323904775904874816

Version: Java

On the surface, these ruins are made of pale-colored terracotta and gravel that match the Birch Forest they are found in. However, peering at them through the nearby hole in the ground reveals some of the extra blocks found within them. It gives you a glimpse of what the ruins look like from the outside in a way you don't usually get.

4 - Ruin Trail

Seed: 5707007294806186708

Version: Bedrock

This village has made its town pathway on top of a Trail Ruins structure. They've truly put the "Trail" in "Trail Ruins". Thankfully, the position of the ruins makes it a relatively safe place to excavate. Just let the town's Iron Golems fight off any potential enemies that appear while you're digging up treasure.

3 - Ocean Ruins

Seed: 8364024859590585457

Version: Java

These Trail Ruins are a treasure trove for all sea-farers. The ruins themselves can be excavated to get special goods like Pottery Sherds and Armor Trim Templates. The ruined portal and shipwreck in the area contain their own special items for players to discover.

2 - Fisher Ruins

Seed: -1646610375965463521

Version: Bedrock

These Trail Ruins are becoming submerged in a lake. As the lake's water level rises, the ruins become even harder to get to. Only the top two blocks can be seen from the water's surface. You'll need to hurry and explore them before they become lost beneath the lake.

1 - Archaeological Start

Seed: -5749894530138156606

Version: Java

Sometimes, there's nothing better than getting your hands on a set of Trail Ruins right at the start. These ruins are located just 30 blocks from Spawn, making this seed one of the best for exploring Trail Ruins immediately! Spawn is set on the side of a hill. Dig into it to gather materials for excavating, then head over to the ruins to dig them up and find their treasures.

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