Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: 6000' elevation gain to an alpine paradise - See 9,097 traveler reviews, 5,187 candid photos, and great deals for Palm Springs, CA, at Tripadvisor. Begin your ride at the Valley Station (elevation 2,643 feet) and end at the Mountain Station (elevation 8,516 feet). 1303 reviews of Palm Springs Aerial Tramway "A newly found gem in PS!! The view from here is truly spectacular. It was opened in September 1963 as a way of getting from the floor of the Coachella Valley to near the top of San Jacinto Peak which is the highest peak of the San Jacinto Mountains, and of Riverside County, California. Due to the huge rise in elevation at the top of the tramway… Rising over two and one half miles to a scenic wonderland, the Tram’s two 80-passenger cars revolve slowly from within, providing a spectacular 360-degree view of the desert and surrounding area. San Jacinto Peak. *Prices and Hours Of Operation Are Subject to Change Without Notice. Between the abundance of elderly drivers, excessively high temperatures and strong winds, this is one area that will test you. This awesome road basically heads straight up from Palm Springs to the bottom of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. This tool allows you to look up elevation data by searching address or clicking on a live google map. From this point you can continue down to Idyllwild or up to the Mt. 92262 Buy TRAM Tickets! The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway in Palm Springs, California, is the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world. PALM SPRINGS, CA - The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, constructed in the rugged Chino Canyon on the north edge of Palm Springs, did not just happen. The view from here is truly spectacular. One of the city's key attractions is the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, which is the biggest of its kind in the world. by Bob Katz. Friday & Saturday – Last Tram up 9:00pm and last Tram down at 10:30pm Cars depart at least every half hour. No trip to Palm Springs is complete without a ride up the TRAM! The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. Aboard the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the World’s largest rotating tramcar, you will experience a breathtaking journey up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon. It required foresight, planning, financing and, most of all, vision. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway in Palm Springs, California, is the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world.