Details:- Rotating Tram transports visitors from the Palm Springs valley floor (elevation 2,600 feet) to the San Jacinto Mountain State Park (elevation 10,800 ft).
- The ride lasts about 10 minutes and passes through five distinct ecological zones.
- Temperature at the top is about 40 degrees cooler than at the desert floor - please dress accordingly.
- Jaw-dropping views of the Coachella Valley in addition to waterfalls (in season) and wildlife (if you are lucky).
- Activities at the top include hiking, nature walks, camping, cross country ski and snowshoeing.
A unique experience, the tram offers a little bit of something for everyone. There is the obvious draw for nature lovers and outdoorsy types. And there is the not-so obvious draw for engineering buffs (this is a celebrated civil engineering marvel), history addicts (its story spans a century), romantics (mountaintop twilight dinner packages available), and desert dwellers seeking shelter from the 100+ degree heat. A one-time visit is essential if only for the ride. A dizzying 8,000 ft elevation gain in 10 minutes coupled with views from a rotating carriage and cool, crisp mountain air at the top is well worth the fee... and the drive.
Directions:
- From 111 and Washington
- Take I-10 West
- Exit Date Palm
- Turn Right on Vista Chino
- Turn Right on N. Palm Canyon Drive
- Turn Left on Tramway Road
- The road ends at the entrance to the Tram's Valley Station
***Instant gratification - The tram eliminates 8,000 feet of heavy hiking, making the hikes through the wilderness or to the Peak accessible to all willing adventurers. Don't rob yourself of a unique opportunity to truly experience all that the tram has to offer. Even if you don't plan to hike, come prepared for a nice walk in the woods - water, snacks, proper clothing, good shoes. At the top, you may just be hit with the urge to explore.
Trail phogs:
- Desert View Trail
- Round Valley Trail
- Wellmans Divide
- San Jacinto Peak
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Website
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