PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY OBSERVES HOLIDAY HOURS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND

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

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.

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.

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!

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!