Tram News

Class and Field Programs Begin May 19

The Mt. San Jacinto State Park & Wilderness (MSJSP&W) and the Natural History Association (NHA) are happy to announce the Class and Field Program Schedule for the 2023 summer season.

Through October 8, a total of 24 programs will be presented covering a range of natural history and hiking trail topics. To register for a class and field program, please visit www.msjnha.org/events.

“Happy Little Worlds, Mosses, and Lichens” marks the first program of the series on May 19, led by Nick Garduno, Mt. San Jacinto State Park Interpreter I.

Guided Nature Walks by State Park volunteers resume Sunday, May 28 and continue every Sunday through September 3. These walks feature a choice of two easy trails. The Desert View Trail is a 1½-mile hike beginning at 11:00 a.m. The Long Valley Nature Trail is a ¾-mile loop beginning at 1:30 p.m. No advance registration is required for the Guided Nature Walks.

All programs are free and open to the public with advance registration. Regular tram fares and parking fees still apply.

For more information about MSJSP&W and NHA Class and Field Programs, or to register for a program, please visit www.msjnha.org/events.

Free Tram Admission in June for Qualifying First Responders

For the entire month of June, 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 their regular Tram fares.

According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “We are honored to welcome those who dedicate their lives to protect and serve our communities. ‘First Responders Days’ allows us to extend the Tramway experience as an expression of our gratitude to first responders. We truly hope they enjoy their visits along with their family and friends.”

Qualifying personnel include (Download full list below):

• Fire and police personnel
• California Highway Patrol
• County Sheriff Officers
• Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)

This program runs June 1-30, 2023, with tickets only available at the Tramway’s Valley Station on the day of visit.

Note: “First Responders Days” is scheduled for June instead of August this year due to our annual maintenance closure moving to August to accommodate the Tramway’s 60^th Anniversary in September.

Extended Holiday Hours on May 28 & 29

Memorial Day Weekend marks the beginning of the summer season at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Extended summer hours begin May 26 and end September 3.

Every Friday and Saturday, the last tram up will be at 9:00 p.m. and the last tram down will be at 10:30 p.m. In addition, Peaks Restaurant will extend the last seating to 8:30 p.m. and Pines Café will remain open until 9:30 p.m.

Also, holiday hours will be observed on Sunday, May 28 with the last tram going up at 9:00 p.m. and the last tram down at 10:30 p.m. On Monday, May 29, the first tram going up will be at 8:00 a.m., one hour earlier than usual.

“Our extended summer schedule provides guests the opportunity to spend more time outside in cooler weather during the hot summer months,” says Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols. “Visiting the Tramway after dark is a truly unique experience when guests can have dinner and enjoy seeing the city lights across the Coachella Valley from 8,516 feet.”

Chill in Cooler Temperatures April 1 Through July 31, 2023

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Summer Pass is back, and with new dates! Starting April 1, guests can purchase a Summer Pass to escape the hot summer months and experience “chill at its peak” in temperatures 30-40 degrees cooler than on the valley floor.

The Summer Pass includes unlimited Tram admissions for the passholder, a 10% discount on additional Tram admissions (limit 4 per passholder), a 10% discount at Peaks Restaurant or Pines Café, and unlimited free parking for the passholder. Summer Passes are $85 for adults and seniors, and $45 for children ages 3-10. Beginning April 1, guests can purchase their Summer Pass online at www.pstramway.com, or in-person at the Tramway’s Valley Station. Summer Passes are valid April 1 through July 31, 2023.

Passholders can also enjoy over 50 miles of hiking trails, picnic areas and campgrounds in the 14,000-acre pristine wilderness of the Mount San Jacinto State Park.

The Tram’s Mountain Station offers spectacular views stretching from the Salton Sea to the San Gorgonio Pass. Guests can also take advantage of two restaurants, a cocktail lounge, a gift shop, natural history museum, mobile app audio tours, and two documentary-style movies about the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and the Mount San Jacinto State Park.

For more information or to buy your Summer Pass today, please visit www.pstramway.com/tickets.