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.