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PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY ANNUAL MAINTENANCE CLOSURE
September 11 Last Day to Ride Until October 10
PALM SPRINGS, CA (September 1, 2022) 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.”
PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY OBSERVES HOLIDAY HOURS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Summer Guided Nature Walks Conclude September 4
PALM SPRINGS, CA (August 25, 2022) 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
MEDIA ALERT – TRAMWAY REOPENING
PALM SPRINGS, CA (August 15, 2022) 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
