Aerial Tramway

Escape from the desert heat and take a ride with the Aerial Tramway, 1800m up into the cool climate of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness. Come and climb into a pristine wilderness aboard the world's largest rotating tramcars as you enjoy spectacular views.

This is the steepest vertical cable rise in the U.S. and the second steepest in the world. What is remarkable about the ride, aside from the breathtaking views of the valley, is the change in temperature. At the bottom of the tram route, the temperature on the desert floor can reach 120 degrees. Then as you climb up through mountain canyons and chimneys, you'll arrive in an arctic-alpine forest with giant Ponderosa pines.

This thrilling vertical ascent gives you views of the Chino Canyon and the San Jacinto Mountains from the front of the car, while the Sonoran Desert extends as far as the eye can see from the rear of the car. Look to the top of Chino Canyon, snap a few photos, then look behind and below as you move from one ecological zone to another.

The 3-storey Mountain Station facility has a cocktail lounge, dining facilities, gift shop and observation decks . You can also explore the 14,000-acre Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area, which has 54 miles of hiking trails, rustic camping sites and granite outcrops providing clear views of the cities below.

Address or meeting point

On the Tramway.

Start or opening time

Cars depart at least every 30 mins. from 10:00 h, Monday-Friday; 8:00 h, weekends and holiday periods. Last car up is 20:00 h with the last car down at 21:45 h.

Position

Is there any parking? Is it on the street, private or public? Private parking fees may apply.

Guides & companions

Is it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? A car operator is on each tram car.

Which languages do guide/instructors speak? English.

Are audio guides or brochures available? if so, in which languages? No.

Shopping information

Is there a shop? How much time is spent on shopping? 2 Gift shops, one at Mountain Station and one at Valley Station.

Are credit/debit cards accepted? Which ones? Yes, most cards are accepted.

Content & Specialized items

List items not included and their renting cost at the venue Snowshoeing and Cross Country Ski Rental not included.

List all additional items clients need to bring (towels,...) Dependant upon weather, call in advance.

Meals

Is lunch/dinner included on this tour? No.

Is there a restaurant at the venue? Yes.

What is the category and speciality of the restaurant? Snack bar, cafeteria and fine dining.

May the client bring his/her own food? Is there a picnic area? Yes, during summer months only.

Can specials requests be accommodated? (vegetarian,...) Yes.

Are there smoking / non smoking areas? Yes.

Are there restrooms available? Yes.

Snacks

Is there a snack included? No.

Restroom Information

List all venues where restrooms are available Both Valley and Mountain tram stations.

Which of them are accessible by wheelchair? All.

Physical condition

Would people with limited mobility have accessibility problems? (to the vehicle, to the restaurant,...) No.

Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? Yes.

What type of paving does it have? (flat, uneven...) Flat and uphill.

How much walking is required? (km, meters) Varies.

Advisories

Is there any fee or limitation for photo/video camera usage? No.

Which currencies are accepted? American dollars.

Product price detail

General Admission

Age of child

Appropriate age for child ticket from 3 to 12 years

For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.