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 27
Mt Rose Ski Tahoe – November 8
Northstar – November 22th.
Sugarbowl – TBD
Diamond Peak – December 12
Heavenly – November 22
Kirkwood – December 6
Homewood will be closed for the 2024-2025 season
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.
Tahoe City Winter Sports Park has an ice skating rink that will open November 3oth. The rink requires advanced reservations. Ice skates and equipment available to rent with reservation. For reservations and information click HERE.
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. 22 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.
Handcrafted Holiday Fair, Incline Village
November 2 – 10:00am-4:00pm
3rd annual Holiday Craft Fair with over 35+ local artists, crafters and small businesses with great gifts for the holidays. Located at The Chateau, 955 Fairway Blvd, Incline Village, NV 89451. More info.
Tahoe Music Alive
November 8 4pm-6pm
Piano Classics with Tim Woosley at the St. Francis of Assisi Church, Incline Village, 4-6PM. Tickets and info.
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!