PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY TO CLOSE FOR ANNUAL PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will close for annual preventative maintenance beginning Monday, September 8, through Sunday, October 12 with a tentative reopening date of Monday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. The last day to ride the Tram before the annual maintenance closure is Sunday, September 7.
“During this year’s shutdown, we will be rebuilding the carriage on cabin one, which supports the cabin as it rides on the track ropes, and replacing the counter haul rope,” says Vice President of Tramway Systems Chris Bartsch. “Our Switzerland-based technicians will be performing annual service to the controls system. Annual state-permit testing will also be conducted.”
Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols adds, “To ensure the continued safety of our guests, the Tramway’s annual preventative maintenance closure provides our maintenance team the opportunity to conduct complex projects that cannot be completed during regular business hours.
We appreciate the community’s understanding each year and are eager to welcome them back in October.”
EXTENDED HOURS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Guided Nature Walks Conclude August 31
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will offer extended hours for Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, August 30 through Monday, September 1, 2025. On Saturday and Sunday, the first tram up is at 8:00 a.m., the last tram up is at 9:00 p.m. and the last tram down is at 10:30 p.m. On Monday, the first tram up is at 8:00 a.m., the last tram up is at 8:00 p.m. and the last tram down is at 9:30 p.m.
Guided Nature Walks by Mt. San Jacinto State Park Volunteers end Sunday, August 31. 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. There is no charge or advance registration. Walks begin at the bottom of the Mountain Station concrete path.
NEW PUBLIC RELATIONS & EVENTS MANAGER
Rachel Anderson has joined the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway as Public Relations & Events Manager. In this capacity, she will direct the attraction’s communications efforts including media relations, special event planning and promotion, supervision of digital content and filming coordination.
Since 2017, Anderson has been engaged in public relations and marketing in her native Idaho and now in the Coachella Valley. She joins the Tramway after most recently serving as the development & community relations manager at FIND Food Bank in Indio.
“I am eager to bring my experience and skills to the Tramway and connect more individuals with this spectacular local landmark,” says Anderson.
“We are delighted to welcome Rachel to our marketing team,” says Tramway Vice President of Marketing & Public Affairs Greg Purdy. “She brings a wealth of experience to her new position, and we look forward to her role here at the Tram.”
MEDIA ALERT-Tram Reopening
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will reopen on Saturday, August 16. The first tram up will be at 8:00 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. Tram cars depart at least every 30 minutes.
“We wish to extend our thanks to Tram patrons for their patience during this unexpected shutdown,” states Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols. “Our Tramway Systems team worked tirelessly to isolate then replace the malfunctioning part. We are now eager to welcome guests back to the Tramway and the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness.”
