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PALM SPRINGS, CA (June 23, 2025). During the entire month of July, all U.S. military personnel with valid military identification—active, former, and retired—receive free admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, along with a special gift for “Military Days.” Spouses of deployed military members, as well as military widows and widowers, also qualify for the promotion. Military personnel are encouraged to bring friends and family and receive 25% off regular Tram admission for up to four guests.

While visiting the Tramway, guests can enjoy:

• Over 50 miles of hiking trails in the Mount San Jacinto State Park.
• Guided Nature Walks every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. through Labor Day Weekend.
• Mount San Jacinto State Park and the Natural History Association Summer Programs.
• A unique fine dining experience along the skyline at Peaks Restaurant.
• Cafeteria-style dining convenient for the whole family at Pines Café.
• Learning about the plants and animals in the State Park at the Natural History Museum located on the lower level of the Mountain Station.

The Tramway is pleased to continue this annual tradition of showing appreciation to former and current military personnel and their families.

• Starter Options—Spinach Salad, Corn Chowder, Charred Shrimp, or Spinach Artichoke Dip with pita and vegetables
• Entrée Options—Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Mango Salmon, Filet of Beef, Smoked Gouda Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese, or Half Roasted Duck
• Dessert Options—Tiramisu, Flourless Caramel Chocolate Crunch Cake, or Salted Caramel Cheesecake

Summer Hours, Guided Nature Walks, and Summer Programs

PALM SPRINGS, CA (May 14, 2025) Memorial Day Weekend marks the beginning of the summer season at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Mount San Jacinto State Park (MSJSP). Visitors can look forward to extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays, Guided Nature Walks every Sunday, and the return of the Mount San Jacinto State Park and the Natural History Association summer programs.

Memorial Day Weekend holiday hours will be observed on Sunday, May 25, with the last tram up at 9:00 p.m. and the last tram down at 10:30 p.m. On Monday, May 26, the first tram up is at 8:00 a.m., the last tram up at 8:00 p.m., and the last tram down at 9:30 p.m.

Summer Hours begin May 23 and run through September 1, 2025. Every Friday and Saturday, the last tram up is at 9:00 p.m. and the last tram down is at 10:30 p.m. In addition, Peaks Restaurant will extend the last seating to 8:30 p.m. and Pines Café will remain open until 9:30 p.m.

Guided Nature Walks by State Park volunteers resume May 25 and continue Sundays through September 1. These walks feature a choice of two easy trails–the Desert View Trail, a 1½-mile walk beginning at 11:00 a.m. and the Long Valley Nature Trail, a ¾-mile loop beginning at 1:30

p.m. No advance registration is required and there is no charge except for regular Tramway admission.

The Mount San Jacinto State Park summer programs run through August 30. Visitors can discover the wonders of the State Park and learn how to enjoy its resources responsibly. For more information on MSJSP programs, please visit https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=636 .

The Natural History Association (NHA) will also host a series of programs throughout the summer months. For more information on the NHA programs, please visit https://www.msjnha.org/events .

Escape the Heat with Unlimited Tram Rides May 1 through August 31

Celebrate Easter Sunday at 8,516 Feet

PALM SPRINGS, CA (April 1, 2025) On Sunday, April 20, celebrate Easter Sunrise Service with songs of faith, hope, and joy by the Perkins Brothers, and an inspirational message by Pastor Robert Sneed. The service will begin at 5:00 a.m., with the first tram car up at 4:15 a.m.

Beginning April 1, 2025, tickets to the Sunrise Service and Ride ‘n’ Breakfast are available for advance purchase by visiting the Tramway’s Valley Station during normal business hours. Tickets may also be purchased on Easter morning upon arrival at the Valley Station from 4:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Tickets for the Sunrise Service are $22.95 for adults and seniors, and $13.95 for children ages 3-10. Ride ‘N’ Breakfast combination tickets, which include tram fare and breakfast are $32.95 for adults and seniors, and $21.95 for children ages 3-10. Breakfast will be served from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in Pines Café, a cafeteria-style restaurant. (Note: These purchase options are only available for tickets redeemed 4:00-7:30 a.m. on April 20, 2025.).

Normal tram fares will be in effect after 7:30 a.m. Regular Tram admission is $32.95 for adults, $29.95 for seniors 65+, and $18.95 for children ages 3-10. (Note: These prices do not include breakfast, only tram fare.)

Pines Café will also serve an all-day Easter Ride ‘N’ Dine from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Ride ‘N’ Dine combination tickets are $41.00 for adults and seniors, and $27.50 for children ages 3-10. Tickets for the Easter Ride ‘N’ Dine can be purchased as a walk-in on April 20, 2025, beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Peaks Restaurant will serve regular lunch and dinner menus during normal operating hours.

Please note: Online advance reservation tickets for the Tramway are limited. If online tickets are sold out, please purchase your tickets as a walk-in on the day of your visit.

PALM SPRINGS, CA (March 3, 2025) Sandra Magana-Cuellar, a communications professional, has been elected 2025 Chairperson of the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority, governing body of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Magana-Cuellar was originally appointed to the Authority by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. in 2018 and reappointed by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2023.

Magana-Cuellar, of Corona, has been Director of Government Affairs at Charter Communications since 2000. She is a member of the Hispanas Organized for Political Equality Board of Directors; is a member of the Inland Empire Economic Partnership; and serves on the Inland Action Board of Directors. Magana-Cuellar earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication from the University of California, Berkeley and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Management from the University of Southern California.

“I am very honored to serve as 2025 Chairperson of the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority,” says Magana-Cuellar. “The Tramway is a truly iconic attraction, and I hope my background in communications will serve me in ‘spreading the message’ about the Tram during my tenure as Chair.”

Also elected for 2025 offices are Vice Chair Nancy Stuart, Secretary Jonathan Hoy, and Treasurer Jerry Ogburn.

In addition to Magana-Cuellar, the current Authority members are Jerry Ogburn and Nancy Stuart appointed by the Palm Springs City Council; Jonathan Hoy and Giovanni Virgen appointed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors; and Jeff Ohlfs and Brian Conley appointed by the Governor.