It’s that time of the year again! Leaves are falling, pine needles are building up, its starting to snow, and turkey is roasting in the oven. This time of year in North Lake Tahoe is known as the ‘off season’ and that means that a lot of businesses are closed or have limited hours, tourists are in short supply, and so are some of the fun activities that Tahoe is known for. So what should you be doing this November?
Go Mountain Biking
Tahoe may be known for its world class skiing and its amazing crystal clear waters, but did you know that
Tahoe also offers some of California’s finest mountain bike trails? And in November mountain biking can be a great because the ground is firm and compact unlike the dry, silty summer months. Of course you have to
watch out for snow and mud! Find my five favorite trails HERE
Go Skiing
Yes that is right three resorts are open or plan to open by Thanksgiving!
Palisades Tahoe – November 22
Mt Rose Ski Tahoe – November 10
Northstar – November 17th.
Sugarbowl – December 1
Diamond Peak – December 7
Heavenly – November 17
Homewood Mountain Resort – December 14
Go Ice Skating
Northstar has a great ice scatting rink located in the heart of the village. A perfect place for a family outing or a romantic date. Go skating and then head to one of the great restaurants in the village for dinner or catch a movie at the Northstar theater. The skating rink opens every day at 2 pm. Skates are $15 to rent, or bring your own and skate for FREE! Check out their website or call before going to make sure they are open, operations are weather dependent. (530) 562-3689
Take a Hike
Fall colors are still out, especially if you catch it before the first snow. See my list of the best fall color hikes HERE
Guided Snowshoe Hike
Tahoe Adventure Company offers guided snowshoe hikes both during the day and full moon and star gazing tours. You can even opt into a warm drink and a grommet lunch while getting some exercise and learning about the local flora and fauna from one of their experienced snowshoe guides. Check out their website for all of the info.
Events
An Elegant Affair
Nov. 17 6-9pm
Tahoe City Boat Works
Enjoy getting dressed up in Speakeasy attire that brims with elegance and mystique or your finest formal attire. Experience the wintertime ambiance of beautiful downtown Tahoe City in the Boatworks Mall, a fully enclosed venue. This annual food and wine event marks the beginning of the holiday season and is a great way to support local school athletic programs through the North Tahoe Booster Club. For Tickets and event details click HERE.
Higher Elevation Film Festival
Fri Nov 17 2023 at 10:30 pm to Sat Nov 18 2023 at 12:30 am
Incline Village Cinema
Winter Kickoff Film Festival featuring; The Worldwide Premier of Curtis Woodman’s new movie Rebirth, The Tahoe Premier of XL, a Tanner Hall joint edit by that kid again, Goon Gear’s The Recipe by Vermont Locs, Share the Feed a new movie by Check the Feed, and Tim Humphreys 23’ season edit. For more information click HERE.
Fall Music in the Downtown Park
Nov. 15 6-8pm
Downtown Park next to the Community Art Center, Truckee
The fun doesn’t stop! Join us in the Truckee Downtown Park for FREE live music every other Wednesday throughout the Fall! Grab a picnic dinner and a blanket or low-backed chair and join us at the Downtown Park next to the Community Art Center and Alibi Ale House! For more information click HERE.
CJ says
Your blog about “November Activities in North Lake Tahoe” is sure to be an exciting read, offering insights into the unique opportunities for enjoyment in this beautiful region during the fall. Thanks for sharing what makes November in North Lake Tahoe so appealing and worth exploring! 🍁🏞️🍂
rrservices says
Thank you, I am glad you found it useful! November is a great time in Lake Tahoe!