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Temporary Highway 50 Closure Will Result in South Lake Tahoe Bus Detour and Stop Suspensions

September 10, 2020
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Update: On September 29, the construction that resulted in the closure of Highway 50 was completed ahead of schedule. Service to and from Placerville is has resumed. Connecting bus service at the Stateline Transit Center and Stateline Kingsbury will remain suspended until Saturday, October 3, due to one-way traffic controls. Buses will serve the Tahoe Wye stop.

Beginning Friday, September 18, Highway 50 in the Sierra Nevada will be closed for two weeks, with an expected reopening on Saturday, October 3. The closure is required for Caltrans to install bridge girders to seismically retrofit a bridge near Echo Summit.

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Five Places to Get Out on the Water Along the Capitol Corridor Route

May 22, 2019
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No car? No kayak or paddleboard? No problem! You can easily rent gear and get out on the water at several locations along our route, listed here from south to north. In addition to the areas walkable from our train stations, you can also take advantage of our dedicated bus connections (or use other convenient transit options) to reach Northern California’s top aquatic destinations.

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A Car-Free, Hassle-Free Trip to Lake Tahoe on the Capitol Corridor

August 5, 2017
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Whether you’re planning a Lake Tahoe summer getaway to play in the water, cash in at the casinos, or simply enjoy the mountain air, driving there any time remotely close to peak commute hours, especially on a Friday, can be enough to make you reconsider your plans. What many Tahoe enthusiasts don’t realize is that it’s entirely possible to reach the Lake Tahoe area comfortably and hassle free on the Capitol Corridor. On Capitol Corridor trains, there’s room to stretch out, free wi-fi, and a Café Car serving light meals, snacks, wine, beer, spirits, and other beverages. The best part is you won’t waste hours slogging through traffic in a cramped car. More A Car-Free, Hassle-Free Trip to Lake Tahoe on the Capitol Corridor