The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, World’s Largest Rotating Tramcar, gives a breathtaking journey up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon. It takes a 10 minute ride at the Valley Station – elevation 2,643 ft. and ends at the Mountain Station – elevation 8,516 ft. The tram was completed in 1963 and in 2000 these new cars were built as an update.
Yes, we travelled this glass capsule that holds 80 people, and that revolves 360 degrees as it ascends and descends the 6000 foot mountain. Once at the top, there is a very large park, San Jacinto State Park. There was snow and ice at the top so the ice limited our hike and it was a blustery day. A beautiful restaurant that from a window seat, it allowed us to see I-10 below as ant-like vehicles travelled along it.
There is a bit of a jolt as the tram rides over these tower supports and it feels like you are floating at times.
It was quite beautiful in the State Park as we walked the trail but unfortunately the snow was hard packed to icy and we were afraid of falling. Lunch at the Chino restaurant was fabulous and we were ready for a hot bowl of soup and a tasty sandwich. A wonderful day!
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