Lake station (Los Angeles Metro)
| Company type | Light rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | July 26, 2003 |
| Headquarters | Pasadena , United States |
Area served | Pasadena, California |
| Products | Light rail transit services |
Lake station is an underground light rail stop on the A Line within the Los Angeles Metro Rail network. Positioned in the center of Interstate 210 beneath North Lake Avenue in Pasadena, California, it commenced operations on July 26, 2003. This station was part of the initial Gold Line, originally known as the "Pasadena Metro Blue Line" initiative.
Serving prominent destinations, the station experiences increased usage during events such as the nearby Rose Parade held on Colorado Boulevard, drawing considerable passenger traffic on New Year's Day.
Among its features, Lake station houses Everyday People, a public art piece created by Pat Ward Williams, and provides 22 paid reserved parking spots for commuters.
Connections
As of , the station offers links to:
- Los Angeles Metro Bus:
- LADOT Commuter Express:
- Pasadena Transit routes 20 and 40
Notable places nearby
Within walking distance from Lake station are several significant sites:
- The Pasadena Playhouse District
- The historic Bungalow Heaven Landmark District
- Lake Avenue Congregational Church