ALPINE COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has re-opened State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) from Lake Alpine to Raymond Meadows as of Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Caltrans maintenance crews have determined the road conditions are safe for the traveling public and reopened the highway for motorists.

For the latest road condition information, tune your radio to the Caltrans Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) at 530 AM, 1610 AM or 1670 AM, or call the Caltrans Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623). Changeable Message Signs (CMS) will display information regarding the pass closures for motorists.

Caltrans urges motorists to use caution and watch for icy road surfaces in the overnight and early morning hours. For helpful information on winter driving conditions visit dot.ca.gov/travel/winter-driving-tips.

Caltrans also reminds motorists to #KnowBeforeYouGo by checking QuickMaps on your mobile device or visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov for real-time highway conditions.
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