Weekend Outlook 11/03-11/06, 2022
Temporary Trail Closure:
Tahoe Pyramid Trail between Floriston and Hirschdale will is closed to all traffic for at least one more week for repair work. There are no alternate routes other than driving the highway so plan for out and back trips if you want to use the adjacent portions of the trail. For more details and current trail warnings, check the official Tahoe Pyramid trail website linked here. (11/01 note: TPT has announced that this closure is “Until Further Notice” and they are hoping for reopening this section “sometime in November.”)
Trail Damage Warning:
Whites Creek had some serious flooding in the early August round of downpours. Major trail damage along much of the lower section of trail as well as some of the upper section. The local trail managers are all aware of the damage and would appreciate users seeking alternate routes until they are able to get repairs done. Due to the extensive nature of the current damage, that may not be this year. If you are planning on doing the Dry Pond loop, be careful or consider an out and back on the Thomas Creek side.
Weekend Events:
Here are the events that are on the radar for this weekend:
Thursday, November 03:
5:45 pm
Silver State Striders are running from Horseman’s Park out and back on the Steamboat Ditch trail. This is a very welcoming group for all skill levels. This run can be whatever length you want and a headlamp is recommended if you plan on being out for more than an hour. Check their Facebook Group Page for more details. You can also find their training schedule on their website at this link.
6:00 pm
The Reno Hustle will roll 24ish mostly flat paved miles starting and ending at the Wells Fargo parking lot at California Ave and Arlington Blvd. This is a social paced ride open to all. Bring lights, dress for the cold, and a be prepared to fix your own flats. For more information follow @therenohustle on Instagram.
Friday, November 04:
8:00 am
Radical Adventure Riders (RAR) Reno and Northern Nevada Bikepacking are teaming up to bring you Coffee Outside. This week’s morning cup of micro-adventure on bikes will meet at Ivan Sack Park. More information about joining can be found by following @coffeeoutsidereno on Instagram.
Saturday, November 05:
8:00 am
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official long run this weekend but are encouraging members to self organize. Check their Facebook Group Page for member organized runs. You can also find their training schedule on their website at this link.
Sunday, November 06:
12:00 PM
RAR Reno are leading a beginner friendly gravel ride in Truckee. This will be a very welcoming no-drop social pace for about 14 miles. This ride is for femme, trans, and non-binary identifying RAR members only. More details available by following @rar.reno on Instagram.
Trail Outlook
Mixed conditions depending on timing and elevation this weekend. Thursday morning will be cold enough the mud is likely to freeze and only begin to thaw around midmorning or once the sun gets on it. A lot of sun exposed areas dried on Wednesday afternoon so there will be some excellent dirt conditions in many places on the mountain going into the weekend. High elevation trails may hang onto snow and mud into Friday morning but the Fri/Sat high temps are likely to dry and firm up the whole trail network. Saturday night rain and wind are expected through Sunday. This may be only a lot of threatening clouds and a sprinkle, or we could see a prolonged drenching. This may be a good Sunday to winterize your outdoor kit. Have a great weekend!
If you get out, let us know what you saw by submitting a trail report.
Be kind, be safe, and enjoy.
November 2, 2022 weekend trails forecast. Chance of mud and snow up to Mid Mountain. More significant mud and snow on Mahogany Forest trail in the upper mountain.