The dust has settled and the wait is over. Brace yourself, for Minecraft's long-awaited archaeology system has arrived, and within the depths of the Trail Ruins structure lies a trove of secrets. This new location is the hotspot for discovering rare minerals, exclusive loot, and a lot more. But before you make the most of it, it's important to locate and explore it without putting your valuables at risk. So, hop onto one of the best Minecraft 1.20 servers and dive right in to learn everything you need to know about Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20!
Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20
Note: The Trail Ruins is an experimental feature of the Trails & Tales update. Our guide is based on the Minecraft 1.20 Pre-Release 4 and all the mechanics described in it are subject to change in the final release.
What are Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20
The Trail Ruins are a new archaeology-based Minecraft structure that spawns semi-hidden in the overworld. They are the ideal place to find suspicious gravel and uncover a bunch of rare loot quite quickly. But that is only if you are able to spot it within your world.
In terms of appearance, the entire structure looks similar to a lost or buried village from the ancient world. But, most of the Trail Ruins structure is usually hidden beneath the ground. You can only spot a few of its blocks above the ground that mark the tip of the Trail Ruins.
What Can You Find in Trail Ruins
If you are going to look for this rare structure it has to be worth all the efforts you take. So, let's go over all the blocks, items and loot you can expect to find here.
Blocks of Trial Ruins
At its core, each Trail Ruins structure is made up of iron bars, ladders, cobblestone, bricks, variants of stones, stone bricks, mud bricks, terracotta, and glazed terracotta. However, because this structure is buried, most of its parts are covered with gravel, dirt, coarse dirt, and importantly, suspicious gravel.
If you plan on creating a base within Minecraft 1.20, deconstructing this structure is the easiest way to get all the building blocks you need. Furthermore, you can also find a bunch of utility blocks in it including Blast Furnace, Cauldron, Furnace, Stonecutter, and Smithing Table.
Loot of Trail Ruins
Unlike other structures of Minecraft 1.20, the Trail Ruins don't have dedicated chests or mobs. Instead, you have to find suspicious gravel blocks and uncover them to get some loot. Here's what you can find:
- Brick
- Candle (brown/green/purple/red)
- Clay Ball
- Coal
- Dead bush
- Dye (blue/light blue/orange/white/yellow)
- Emerald (more reliable than finding it in Minecraft 1.20 ore distribution)
- Flower Pot
- Gold Nugget
- Hanging Sign (oak/spruce)
- Lead
- Seeds (beetroot/wheat)
- Stained glass pane (blue/light blue/magenta/pink/purple/red/yellow)
- String
- Wheat
- Wooden hoe
Rare Loot
The suspicious gravel blocks of Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20 can give you a bunch of rare and exclusive items:
- Pottery Sherds: Burn, Danger, Friend, Heart, Heartbreak, Howl and Sheaf
- Armor Trims: Host, Raiser, Shaper, and Wayfinder
- Relic Music Disc
Where Do Trail Ruins Spawn
The Trail Ruins of Minecraft 1.20 is an overworld structure that only generates in the following biomes:
- Taiga
- Snowy Taiga
- Old Growth Taiga
- Old Growth Birch Forest
- Jungle and its variants
Unfortunately, there are no set conditions or signs for locating this structure. So, more often than not, you have to rely upon exploration and a keen vision for finding it. Keep reading to find out how you can improve your chances of stumbling upon ruins in your world.
How to Find Trail Ruins in Minecraft
Follow these simple steps to locate Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20:
1. First, go around your world till you find one of the biomes that's compatible with this structure's generation.
2. Then, explore that biome and look for terracotta blocks. They are quite colorful and easy to spot within your world. Though, you can use a Potion of Night Vision to improve your visibility and chances of discovering them.
3. Once you locate some terracotta, it's time to carefully dig around it with a pickaxe or a shovel. Your aim is to slowly uncover the majority of this structure without destroying it. If you break a suspicious block, the loot in it automatically disappears.
4. After digging out the main structure, use a brush to collect all the amazing loot from suspicious blocks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the seed for the Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20?
You can explore some of our best Minecraft survival seeds to improve your chances of locating Trail Ruins in Minecraft.
Do I need silk touch to loot Trail Ruins?
There are certain items including glass panes that require silk touch enchantment so that you can pick them up without breaking them.
Can I find suspicious sand in Trail Ruins of Minecraft 1.20?
Contrary to popular belief, only suspicious gravel blocks spawn inside the Trail Ruins structure. You cannot find the suspicious sand here.
Find and Loot Trail Ruins in Minecraft 1.20
With that, you are now ready to find, explore and locate the only new structure of Minecraft 1.20. But, this isn't the only source of new exclusive loot in the game. You can also find a Sniffer and make it dig out seeds for some ancient plants. Later, if you find a village in Minecraft, you can give some of these seeds to the villagers to plant on their farms. If not, they can also help you decorate your base in a unique way. But let's not walk too far away from the topic at hand. So, what are you eager to gain from your first Trail Ruins excavation? Share your ideas on our Discord server!