Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will be closed for annual maintenance from September 9 through October 6.

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over 2 1/2 miles along the cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting visitors to the pristine wilderness of Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area. During this ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering spectacular vistas of the valley below.

At the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet and 30 degrees cooler than the desert floor—dine in two restaurants, enjoy viewpoints, hike over 50 miles of trails, watch two documentary films, or visit the natural history museum. Overnight camping is available with advance reservation. In the winter (snow conditions permitting), enjoy snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in an Alpine wonderland.

Mt. San Jacinto State Park offers over 50 miles of hiking trails in a 14,000-acre pristine wilderness, one of the last in California. All trails are accessed by exiting the Mountain Station and descending a concrete pathway to Long Valley. You will find picnic tables, the ranger station, flush toilets, and several easy trails there.

Spectacular views combined with delectable food provide the perfect dining experience. At the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, there are two dining options: Peaks, a fine dining experience with a breathtaking view of the Coachella Valley, and Pines Café, a cafeteria-style restaurant. Both restaurants are open for lunch and dinner.

The tramway offers group packages and event space for meetings, banquets, weddings, and parties.

Monday – Friday
First Tram up at 10:00 am
Last Tram up at 8:00 pm, Last Tram down at 9:30 pm

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
First Tram up at 8:00 am
Last Tram up at 8:00 pm, Last Tram down at 9:30 pm

Summer Hours: May 24, 2024 – September 1, 2024