26 Best Minecraft 1.20 Seeds (December 2023)

Minecraft's 1.20 Tales and Trails update released lots of biomes and structures that players are searching for, from the Cherry Grove biome to archeological ruins and the Bamboo blocks.

If you're like me and want to explore everything the 1.20 update has to offer, this list of our 26 best 1.20 seeds will help you experience it all.

26 Best Minecraf 1.20 Seeds (Bedrock and Java)

From spawns near the beautiful Cherry Grove to unique ruins formations, this list truly does have everything you could ever want from Minecraft 1.20. Whether you are most excited about camel rides through the Desert, pink houses, or hatching your own Sniffer, you'll find a seed that will give you the 1.20 experience you want the most!

26 - Rare Jungle

Seed: -1518014568511087627

This seed is packed with structures that are typically difficult to find. Bedrock players will be able to find three separate Jungle Temples within the Jungle, while Java players will be able to find a single Jungle Temple and one Trail Ruins structure. However, that doesn't mean that Bedrock players have the better deal—a Woodland Mansion sweetens up the deal for Java players, making the seed perfect for all Minecraft versions.

25 - Light Lush Cave

Seed: -950590037167226408

This cavern contains elements of Lush Caves without completely overhauling the typical elements of a cave. There are plenty of Cobblestone, Deepslate, and precious ores to mine, as well as a combination of water and lava features. If you'd like to have more Moss taking over the cave, just use Bone Meal on what is already there to make the upper layers more lush.

24 - Tranquil Desert

Seed: 4198298156890378663

While this Desert is not as structure-heavy as others on our list, its natural geography and select structures make it perfect for players who want to do most of the surviving on their own. The Desert Village nearest Spawn rests beside a Desert Temple and a large cavern with its own water elevator. Whether you want to adventure through the land or dwell beneath the surface, you'll enjoy playing this seed.

23 - Coral Riches

Seed: -3963327024616175567

This Coral Reef has more treasure than most others I've seen in Minecraft. In both versions of the game, the Warm Ocean that the reef is situated in is filled with Warm Ruin clusters as well as plenty of singular ruins. There are also shipwrecks spread throughout the ocean, giving off the impression that this sea used to be a popular trading route.

22 - Giant Bamboo Jungle

Seed: 3666468312498763114

If you want to explore the new bamboo blocks in all of their glory, look no further than this seed! Spawn is set within a giant Bamboo Jungle surrounded by regular and Sparse Jungles. Test out the new bamboo raft on the various rivers in the area, build a spectacular bamboo base, and roam the jungle as you please.

21 - Sniffer's Ocean Home

Seed: 7459302910435312467

This seed is the perfect starting point for anyone wanting to get a Sniffer as early in game as possible. Spawn is set in a Badlands biome directly next to a small Warm Ocean. Both Bedrock and Java edition players will find multiple small Warm Ruins as well as one large cluster of Warm Ruins. With so many ruins to loot, you should be able to obtain at least one Sniffer egg! As a bonus, the other side of the ocean contains a Savannah biome leading to Forest, Jungle, and Plains biomes.

20 - Rich Desert Country

Seed: 6707310643992650429

This giant Desert is filled to the brim with Desert Villages, Desert Temples, ruined portals, and more! Many of the structures are huddled together in different areas—no matter where you go, there will be riches to uncover. The area beneath the Desert contains both Dripstone and Lush Caves, while the nearby Warm Ocean contains plenty of Ocean Monuments.

19 - Adventurer's Wonderland

Seed: bedrock

This seed has some of the rarest, most dangerous structures within 1,500 blocks of Spawn! There is one Woodland Mansion within 600 blocks of Spawn, another within 1,300 blocks, and yet another one about 5,000 blocks away. There are additionally four Ancient Cities in the Spawn area and over a dozen Trails Ruins scattered both around the Spawn and to the northwest. Plus, there is a Stronghold only 2,000 blocks away.

18 - Extrovert's Dream

Seed: 468237977926673052

This seed is packed with structure's containing "humanoid" mobs, from villages to Pillager Outposts to Witch Huts. Spawn starts you off between a Jungle and a Desert. Heading into the Desert leads you to a Desert Temple, two Desert Villages, and six Savannah Villages plus one Pillager Outpost in the next biome over. Heading into the Jungle leads you similarly to a Plains Village and a Jungle Temple. Continuing on leads you to multiple more Plains Villages as well as a few Witch Huts.

Related: 14 Best 1.20 Trail Ruins Seeds (Java and Bedrock)

17 - Pirate's Coast and Hostage Village

Seed: 3094132214023287340

This seed is spectacular, particularly for Bedrock players! To the east of Spawn lies a Plains Village under siege from a Pillager Outpost. A short walk to their north is a Stony Shores coastline containing the buried treasures belonging to the outpost's pillagers! Will you help the villagers and set them free, or simply take the loot for yourself and leave?

16. Very Steep Mountain

Seed: -3420545470069788813

When you first spawn, you'll be perched atop a treacherous mountain, staring out over an enigmatic monument in the distance. You have a choice: descend into the huge ocean below to discover the mysteries buried within this interesting seed, or fight the harsh terrain of the mountain's summit to live. Your destiny is waiting for you, and the world of Minecraft will take you on an exciting voyage of adventure and discovery.

15. Cherry Grove Biome Inside Snowy Mountains

Seed: -7203507603979108244

Set off on a voyage of unmatched beauty in this remarkable Minecraft setting, where the marvels of nature come together. The exquisite Cherry Grove biome, a world of unrivaled charm and attractiveness, lies hidden within the Snowy Mountains biome. Here, the cherry blossom trees provide a dazzling display of colors against the pure white background as they stand like colorful sentinels amidst the snowy peaks. Get ready to be mesmerized by the beautiful union of these two mighty biomes, which will provide a compelling and stunning experience that will make you awestruck by Minecraft's incredible natural beauty.

14. Awesome Cherry Grove Mountain

Seed: 454655646551226

This captivating Minecraft seed will help you explore the Cherry Grove biome's amazing splendor. You will come across a magnificent mountain that rises magnificently against the horizon and is decorated with subtle tones of cherry blossoms as you travel through this unspoiled area. This seed promises an incredible experience in the midst of Minecraft's stunning wilderness, whether you're looking for a quiet area to build your ideal house or simply want to take in the natural beauty.

13 - Jungle Insanity

Seed: 133814014

The bizarre geography of the Jungle Biome you spawn into in this unique seed will either make you want to instantly settle down, or start all over again fresh. With a half dozen biomes nearby, bamboo for the new 1.20 block types, and plenty of options for a starting base or mine, you'll love this quirky seed!

12 - Incredible Cherry Grove Crater

Seed: -6294358915591298452

Everyone loves Cherry Grove seeds, and this 1.20 seed gives you a crater surrounded by beautiful pink blossoms. Bedrock players have an even more fantastical view, with a Plains Village hidden within the crater. If Cherry Groves aren't your thing, try out this even more incredible cavern with open-air access that truly takes your breath away.

11 - Trail Ruins on Top of an Ancient City

Seed: 4349791831285849707

The main feature of this incredible seed is within walking distance from the spawn point. Get out of the Jungle and into the Snowy Plains mountain peak, and you will find yourself staring into a giant gaping ravine that goes all the way down into an Ancient City. This is also a generation point for the Trail Ruins to make things more unique.

10 - Three new features in one seed

Seed: -88705187047579878

This seed is an incredible starter for the 1.20 version of Minecraft, as it features all three major update branches fairly close to Spawn. You spawn in a Bamboo Jungle with a giant Cherry Grove valley nearby, plus a Desert biome right next to it so you can explore all three types of archaeology.

9 - Cherry Tree Valley

Seed: -1306837882

This is a lake surrounded by cherry trees. This is a special spawn that looks amazing and will definitely inspire some genuinely incredible builds.

Related: Best Minecraft Jungle Seeds (Java and Bedrock)

8 - Five-Structure Combination at Spawn

Seed: 5096400208146136927

This incredible seed features a combination of structures, immediately providing you with hours of endless fun right at your spawn. A Pillager Outpost and a Jungle Temple will spawn right inside the village, with a Woodland Mansion nearby. A massive cave splits this incredible row of structures, adding a geographical feature and even more opportunity to research.

7 - Mountain Cherry Oasis

Seed: 4459605219549419

This is a snow-capped mountain bowl with an oasis of cherry trees in the middle. What a perfect base location!

6 - Cherry Grove Island

Seed: -155071700

This beautiful seed will have you spawn right in the middle of a Cherry Grove island. Not only is this island cozy and beautiful, but it will also protect you from enemy mobs. Once you're ready to cross over to the other side, build yourself a bridge to the nearby Meadows and continue exploring this seed.

5 - Ice Spike Spawn

Seed: 183593104810073746

If you're looking to chill out, give this incredible seed a try. You will begin your adventure right on top of this flash-frozen piece of terrain. Frozen waterfalls, icy tunnels, and jagged Frozen Peaks surround you in this ice kingdom ripe for building adventures. We had our fair share of swinging around ice peaks and exploring tunnels and frozen platforms high in the sky.

4 - Savanna, Snow, and Sakura

Seed: -1093931940305365477

This is a wonderfully unique spawn, starting you in a Savanna only a quick walk away from the new Cherry Grove biome and snowy mountains. This could also make an ideal frog-spawning biome due to the presence of different temperature biomes. But beyond that, the fact that there are many igloo locations nearby is fantastic.

3 - Secrets Below

Seed: 6585260468276032578

This seed spawns you near a gorgeous Cherry Grove on the edge of a Snowy Slopes mountain. While the pink cherry trees are eye-catching, don't forget to look beyond them into the snow. There's a mysterious igloo to explore—you never know what you may find there.

2 - Archeology Starter

Seed: 6616748657109078761

This location is ideal for getting into archeology. It has a Desert Village and a Desert Temple in the large Desert you spawn into. The nearby Warm Ocean also has plenty of Warm Ocean Ruins for you to excavate, allowing you to potentially find the new Sniffer egg!

1 - Hidden Sakura Village

Seed: -5965983381595743990

The Hidden Sakura Village is a beautiful Plains Village on the mountainside surrounded by cherry blossoms and snow. It reminds us of something! We're not saying Ninjas live in that village… but we will not deny it either.

For more Minecraft 1.20-related seeds, check out the Best Minecraft Ancient City Seeds for Bedrock & Java on Pro Game Guides.