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PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY REOPENING DATE MOVED TO OCTOBER 11

PALM SPRINGS, CA (September 22, 2021) Due to maintenance delays, the reopening date for the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway has been moved from Monday, October 4 to tentatively Monday, October 11.

According to Vice President of Tramway Systems Chris Bartsch, “With several days of weather delays and the availability of required replacement parts, we had to make the unfortunate decision to delay our reopening by a week.”

Adds Bartsch, “While we regret the inconvenience this may cause our guests at this time, our number one goal is always the safe and reliable operation of the tram when we do reopen.”

PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY CONTINUES OPERATIONS DURING NATIONAL FOREST CLOSURE

PALM SPRINGS, CA (August 31, 2021) Due to the closure of national forests in the State of California from fire danger, Mt. San Jacinto State Park Wilderness backcountry trails and campsites will be closed effective tonight.

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will, however, continue to operate. As well, Long Valley Nature Discovery Loop Trail (3/4 mile) and Desert View Loop Trail (1.5 mile) will remain open for hiking.

The Tramway will still close for annual maintenance as scheduled on September 7 with a tentative reopening date of October 4.

September 6 Last Day to Ride Until October 4

PALM SPRINGS, CA (August 30, 2021) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will close for annual maintenance beginning Tuesday, September 7, 2021 with a tentative reopening date of Monday, October 4 at 10:00 a.m.

“During this year’s shutdown, one of our track ropes will be repositioned, which is done in 12-year intervals to facilitate even wear,” says Vice President of Tramway Systems Chris Bartsch. “We will also be changing pendant ropes, and the liners and bushings on the pendant rope sheaves. Finally, we will be conducting our annual comprehensive mechanical and electrical testing on numerous Tramway systems.”

Adds Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “We regret the inconvenience our annual maintenance shutdown causes our guests, but since we run seven-days-a-week year-round, this time allows us to complete projects we cannot do when we are open to the public.”

Holiday Weekend Marks End of Summer Guided Nature Walks

PALM SPRINGS, CA (August 24, 2021) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will operate extended holiday hours on Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of Labor Day. The first tram up will be at 8:00 a.m., last tram up will be 6:00 p.m. and last tram down will be at 8:00 p.m. Trams depart at least every 30 minutes.

Also, Guided Nature Walks by Mt. San Jacinto State Park Volunteers end Sunday, September 5. 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

MEDIA ALERT

PALM SPRINGS, CA (July 26, 2021) – Due to mechanical issues caused by last night’s heavy rain and lightning, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will not open today. Normal operations are expected to resume on Tuesday, July 27 with the first car up at 10:00 a.m.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

Guided Nature Walks Continue and Extended Hours on July 5

PALM SPRINGS, CA (June 25, 2021) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will operate with extended hours on Monday, July 5. The first car up will be at 8:00 a.m., the last car up will be at 6:00 p.m. and the last car down will be at 8:00 p.m.

 Also, Guided Nature Walks by Mt. San Jacinto State Park Volunteers continue Saturdays and Sundays through September 5. 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!

PALM SPRINGS, CA (May 6, 2021) – The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will expand from five- to seven-day-a-week operations beginning Monday, May 10 with revised hours. Monday through Thursday, the first car up will be at 10:00 a.m., the last car up will be at 6:00 p.m. and the last car down will be at 8:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays, the first car up will be at 8:00 a.m., the last car up will be at 7:00 p.m. and the last car down will be at 9:00 p.m. Advance online ticket purchase is still required at www.pstramway.com.

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “Since our reopening on February 18 after the Covid closure, we have operated on a reduced Thursday through Monday schedule. For the convenience and enjoyment of both local residents and our Valley’s many visitors, we are delighted to be back to seven-day-a-week operations just in time for our summer season.”

PALM SPRINGS, CA (October 23, 2020) While it may still feel like summer, October 23 marks the start of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Snow Guessing Contest. This annual event runs until the first measurable inch of snow falls at the Tram’s Mountain Station, elevation 8,516 feet.

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “Traditionally, our Snow Guessing Contest begins October 1, but—this year—we wanted to wait until the Tram reopened before starting it. Not only are we anxious for the first snow, we are anxious for folks to come up and experience it in person!”

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/special-events.

It won’t be long before snowflakes are falling just a few minutes from the desert floor. There’s never been a year when someone didn’t win the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Snow Guessing Contest.