City of Minden, Louisiana – Discover why Minden is known as the "Friendliest City in the South."

Discover the
Friendliest City
in the South

City Services

How Can We Help?

Start with the most requested City services and information.

Pay a Bill →

Online and in-person payment options.

Utilities →

Accounts, service and outages.

Report an Issue →

Route a concern to the right team.

Permits →

Applications, fees and contacts.

City Directory →

Find departments and phone numbers.

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Experience Minden

Explore Attaractions

History & Culture →

Walk historic downtown, tour the Dorcheat Historical Association Museum and discover the remarkable Germantown Colony story.

Find outdoor fun

Outdoors & Recreation →

Paddle Bayou Dorcheat, enjoy area parks and trails, or make nearby Lake Bistineau part of your Northwest Louisiana adventure.

Go shopping

Shop Local →

Browse boutiques, antiques, artisan finds and welcoming locally owned businesses around downtown and throughout Minden.

Explore dining

Taste of Minden →

From Southern comfort food and fresh local favorites to bakeries and casual gathering places, come hungry.

See Main Street highlights

Events & Traditions →

Experience parades, markets, live music, holiday lights and community celebrations that make Minden memorable.

Portrait of mother holding child in her arms and admiring Christ

Find a place to stay

Stay a While →

Turn your favorite experiences into an easy getaway with lodging options in and around the city.

Now on the City Website

City of Minden Airport

Pilot services, fuel, facilities and arrival information in one convenient place.

Airport Information

A Message from Mayor Nick Cox

Strong Roots. Steady Progress.

Welcome to Minden, a city where family, faith and community still matter. We value our history, take pride in our neighborhoods and believe growth should strengthen—not replace—what makes a city feel like home.

From our red-brick Main Street to our established neighborhoods, you will find people who care about where they live and look out for one another. Minden offers a quieter pace of life with access to transportation, healthcare and educational opportunities.

— Mayor Nick Cox