Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to Reopen Friday, Oct. 18

 

PALM SPRINGS — Just in time for the weekend, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will reopen on Friday, Oct. 18, one day earlier than previously announced. The first tram up will be at 10 a.m., the last tram up will be at 8 p.m. and the last tram down will be at 9:30 p.m. Tram cars depart at least every 30 minutes.

Completed projects during the 2024 preventative maintenance closure include replacement of 4 tension ropes, maintenance and testing on the gearbox, and track rope repositioning, among other essential tasks.

“We are pleased to announce that our reopening date has been moved up by one day,” stated General Manager Nancy Nichols.  “We extend our gratitude to our visitors for their patience as our Tramway Systems team diligently completed all necessary projects.  We eagerly anticipate welcoming both new and returning visitors to the Tramway and the beautiful Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness.”

For those new or visiting the area for the first time, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is the world’s largest rotating tram car. Opened in 1963, the Tram’s 80-passenger cars travel along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon from the Valley Station (elevation 2,643 ft.) to the Mountain Station (elevation 8,516 ft.) in approximately 10 minutes. For more information, please call 888-515-TRAM or 760-325-1391, or visit www.pstramway.com. Also, download the Tramway’s free mobile tour in the App Store or Google Play

 

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  • Tramcar: PS Tramway