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PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY REOPENS SEPTEMBER 1
Posted: Aug. 30, 2023
Labor Day Holiday Hours Observed During Opening Weekend
PALM SPRINGS, CA (August 29, 2023) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will reopen on Friday, September 1 after its annual maintenance closure. This first tram up will be at 10:00 a.m., the last tram up will be at 9:00 p.m., and the last tram down will be at 10:30 p.m.
During this year’s annual maintenance closure, completed projects include updating Tramway systems, hydraulic and brake servicing, and State permit testing.
Labor Day holiday hours will be observed on Saturday, September 2 and Sunday, September 3 with the first tram up at 8:00 a.m., the last tram up at 9:00 p.m., and the last tram down at 10:30 p.m. On Monday, September 4, the first tram up is at 8:00 a.m., two hours earlier than usual.
Also, Guided Nature Walks by Mt. San Jacinto State Park Volunteers end Sunday, September 3. These walks, which are conducted 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 additional charge. Walks begin at the bottom of the concrete ramp.
PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY ANNUAL MAINTENANCE CLOSURE
Posted: July 31, 2023
Last Day to Ride the Tram is Sunday, August 6
PALM SPRINGS, CA (July 31, 2023) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will close for annual maintenance beginning Monday, August 7, 2023, with a tentative reopening date of Friday, September 1 at 10:00 a.m.
“During this year’s shutdown, we will be performing our annual State-permit testing,” says Vice President of Tramway Systems Chris Bartsch. “Additionally, the Tramway control systems will be updated, the gearbox will undergo a rebuild, and the cables will be tested.”
Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols explains, “Since we are open seven days a week throughout the year, our annual maintenance closure allows our maintenance and tramway systems teams to perform necessary updates and general maintenance. This time also allows for training and planning in other departments as we prepare for our upcoming season.”
The last day to ride the Tram before the annual maintenance closure is Sunday, August 6.
FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND AT THE TRAMWAY
Posted: Jun 26, 2023
Extended Hours on July 3 and 4
PALM SPRINGS, CA (June 26, 2023) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will operate with extended hours on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July Holiday. The first tramcar up will be at 8:00 a.m., the last tramcar up will be at 8:00 p.m. and the last tramcar down will be at 9:30 p.m.
Begin your day with a ride on the world’s largest rotating tramcar and a hike in the Mount San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness. Then, visit the Natural History Museum to experience ten new audio tour stops on our free mobile app. Finally, end the day dining at Peaks Restaurant or Pines Café in the newly renovated Mountain Station.
Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend in the cool mountain air at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway!
