San Jacinto Peak Hike via the Tram Guide

And if you get confused on the way back, look for these ’tramway’ badges on the trail posts.

From Mountain Station, the trail passes the ranger station, cuts west to Wellman Divide, then climbs to the summit hut just below the peak.

The multi-level Mountain Station is jam packed with observation decks. Photo by Alan Light .

The tram ride to Mountain Station is a unique experience that can be freaky if you have a fear of heights. During the 10 minute ride you’ll travel 2.5 miles and climb about 6000 feet. It took 15 years to build the tram and was marketed as ’the eighth wonde

Go upstairs at the tram station for departures.

There are several parking areas, and when you go through the pay station, they’ll direct you to the appropriate lot that is open. Ideally you’ll park in Lot A, which is closest to the tram station. If it’s crowded, you’ll be in a lower lot where you need t

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And if you get confused on the way back, look for these ’tramway’ badges on the trail posts.

The multi-level Mountain Station is jam packed with observation decks. Photo by Alan Light .

The tram ride to Mountain Station is a unique experience that can be freaky if you have a fear of heights. During the 10 minute ride you’ll travel 2.5 miles and climb about 6000 feet. It took 15 years to build the tram and was marketed as ’the eighth wonde

Go upstairs at the tram station for departures.

There are several parking areas, and when you go through the pay station, they’ll direct you to the appropriate lot that is open. Ideally you’ll park in Lot A, which is closest to the tram station. If it’s crowded, you’ll be in a lower lot where you need t

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