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PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAM ROAD CHALLENGE RETURNS

Scenic 6K Run/Walk Set for October 22

The 35th annual Palm Springs Aerial Tram Road Challenge will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022, with a start time of 7:00 a.m. (walkers start at 6:30 a.m.). This 6K run/walk begins at the bottom of Tram Way and ends at the Tram’s Valley Station, an elevation increase of over 1,900 feet in just 3.7 miles.

Special finishers’ medals will be presented to all participants along with a 2022 Tram Road Challenge tee shirt. Participants will also receive a post-race breakfast snack. 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place awards will be given in each age category for both male, female, and non-binary finishers during an awards ceremony near the finish line immediately following the race.

The Tramway’s road will be closed until (approximately) 11:00 a.m. on race day. Spectator shuttles will run from 5:30-6:00 a.m. from the Palm Springs Visitors Center (all spectators and participants will be directed to nearby parking lots).

alt9design2022-10-14T20:00:53+00:00October 14th, 2022|Events|

Shutdown Concludes with Refurbishment and Comprehensive Testing

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will reopen on Monday, October 10, 2022 after its annual maintenance closure. The first tram up will be at 10:00 a.m., the last tram up will be at 8:00 p.m. and the last tram down will be at 9:30 p.m. Tram cars depart at least every 30 minutes.

Completed projects this year include the replacement of tower sheaves, replacement of the dome windows in both tramcars, and comprehensive mechanical and electrical testing of Tramway systems.

“Each year’s maintenance closure allows our team the opportunity to perform both mechanical and aesthetic improvements to our tramcars and to our Valley and Mountain Stations,” says General Manager Nancy Nichols. “We look forward to welcoming a new season of Coachella Valley residents and visitors to the Tramway and Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness.”

alt9design2022-10-10T18:11:29+00:00October 10th, 2022|Events|

ANNUAL SNOW GUESSING CONTEST BEGINS OCTOBER 1

Fall is finally here, and snow will soon be falling on Mount San Jacinto. That means the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Annual Snow Guessing Contest is here! This event runs from October 1 until the first measurable inch of snow falls at the Tramway’s Mountain Station, elevation 8,516 feet.

The first ten entries received with the correct date of snowfall will win four Tram admissions plus a special Tram gift memento. In the event there are more than ten correct entries, the earliest postmarks will prevail.
To submit an entry, simply write down your best-guess date on a postcard and mail it to: Snow Guessing Contest, 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262. Participants may enter as many times as they would like, but only one date per postcard. For more information and contest rules, please visit www.pstramway.com/tram-news.

It won’t be long before snowflakes are falling on Mount San Jacinto, and that means a snow day will soon be a short 10-minute tramcar ride away from the desert floor. There’s never been a year when someone didn’t win the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Annual Snow Guessing Contest.

Contest Rules

alt9design2022-09-29T18:01:24+00:00September 30th, 2022|Events|

September 11 Last Day to Ride Until October 10

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will close for annual maintenance beginning Monday, September 12, 2022 with a tentative reopening date of Monday, October 10 at 10:00 a.m.

“During this year’s shutdown, we will be replacing track sheaves and refurbishing both cabins, including the replacement of the dome windows,” says Vice President of Tramway Systems Chris Bartsch. “This will also give our Switzerland-based technicians the opportunity to perform State-permit testing, along with control systems’ annual service and upgrades.”

Adds Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “Our annual maintenance helps ensure the safety and enjoyment of our guests throughout the year. We encourage everyone to visit during the days leading up to our closure and appreciate their patience and understanding as we work towards improving the Tramway.”

alt9design2022-09-02T15:44:47+00:00September 2nd, 2022|Events|

Summer Guided Nature Walks Conclude September 4

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will observe Labor Day holiday hours on Sunday, September 4 and Monday, September 5, 2022. The last tram up on Sunday will be one hour later at 9:00 p.m. and the first tram up on Monday will be two hours earlier at 8:00 a.m. Detailed operating hours can be viewed at www.pstramway.com and trams depart at least every 30 minutes.

Also, Guided Nature Walks by Mt. San Jacinto State Park Volunteers end Sunday, September 4. These walks, which are conducted Saturdays and Sundays during summer months, feature a choice of two easy trails–the Desert View Trail, a 1½-mile route 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. Walks begin at the bottom of the concrete ramp

alt9design2022-08-25T18:16:53+00:00August 25th, 2022|Events|

MEDIA ALERT – TRAMWAY REOPENING

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway resumed regular operations as of 10:00 a.m. today. Online ticket sales have not yet resumed, but tickets may be purchased daily onsite beginning at 9:30 a.m. (7:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays).

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “Our staff has worked tirelessly the past six days to clean up from the August 8 storm event. All systems have been tested and several tons of rock and sand deposited by the flood have been

alt9design2022-08-15T18:14:49+00:00August 15th, 2022|Events|

MEDIA ALERT – TRAM CLOSURE

Due to extended clean-up efforts after Monday’s flash flood event, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will remain closed through Sunday, August 14.

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “After completing a thorough inspection earlier today, we realized that it would take additional days for the mud and debris to be fully removed from our equipment and dock area. We sincerely regret the inconvenience this is causing our visitors and appreciate their understanding.”

Further updates will be provided, but the Tramway is currently scheduled to reopen on Monday, August 15.

alt9design2022-08-09T20:41:46+00:00August 9th, 2022|Events|

Free Tram Admission in August for Those Who Protect Our Communities

For the entire month of August, all qualified first responders receive free admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway as part of “First Responders Days.” In addition, up to four of their guests receive 25% off of their regular tram fares.

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “We are very happy to resume ‘First Responders Days’ here at the Tram. It is our honor to welcome those who so courageously protect and serve our communities. We truly hope they enjoy their visits along with their families and friends.”

Qualifying personnel include: (Download full listing below)

Fire and police personnel
California Highway Patrol
County Sheriff Officers
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)

This program runs August 1-31, 2022 with tickets (only) available at the Tramway’s Valley Station on the day of visit.

Qualified Personnel List

alt9design2022-07-25T18:18:43+00:00July 25th, 2022|Events|

Early Opening on July 4 and Guided Nature Walks Continue

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will operate with extended hours on Monday, July 4. The first car up will be at 8:00 a.m., the last car up will be at 8:00 p.m. and the last car down will be at 9:30 p.m. And extended summer hours continue on Fridays and Saturdays with the last car up at 9:00 p.m. and the last car down at 10:30 p.m.

Also, Guided Nature Walks by Mt. San Jacinto State Park Volunteers continue Saturdays and Sundays through September 4. These walks feature a choice of two easy trails–the Desert View Trail, a 1½-mile route 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. Walks begin at the bottom of the concrete ramp.

Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend in the cool Alpine forests at the top of the Tram!

alt9design2022-06-27T19:25:38+00:00June 27th, 2022|Events|

U.S. Armed Forces Receive Free Tram Admission throughout July

During the entire month of July, all U.S. military personnel with valid military identification—active, former and retired—receive complimentary admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway along with a special gift as part of “Military Days.” Spouses of deployed military members, as well as military widows and widowers, also qualify for the promotion. In addition, up to four of their guests receive 25% off the regular Tramway fare.

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “After a several-year pause due to the pandemic, we are very happy to resume ‘Military Days’ and welcome back the dedicated men and women of the United States Armed Forces—along with their friends and families. For more than a decade, ‘Military Days’ has been a way of extending our thanks for their service and sacrifice.”

While visiting, Tramway guests can enjoy:

Hiking the 50+ miles of pristine wilderness in the Mount San Jacinto State Park.
Picnicking in a beautiful pine forest.
Joining complimentary guided nature walks on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day Weekend.
Dining in either Peaks Restaurant, a fine dining experience, or Pines Café, a cafeteria-style restaurant.

Don’t miss out on this annual tradition!

alt9design2022-06-22T16:39:19+00:00June 22nd, 2022|Events|

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