Wyler Aerial Tramway - El Paso, TX - Aerial Lifts on Waymarking.com

This tramway is a great little gem for El Paso. This tram was originally constructed to service the TV station KTSM antennae. It was later donated to The Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept. for public use. During the 1980's the tram was closed to the public and re-opened in 2001.

The ride is very cool when it is not windy, and don't forget El Paso is a windy city. The gondola sways easily to begin with. There are many trails to hike up the mountain and you can sometimes see hikers going up or down from the gondola ride.

The view is awesome when it is not windy, as the dirt and dust fills the air with small gusts. On clear days you can distinctly see the river boundary and across into Mexico, west into Sunland Park,NM, east over Ft. Bliss, and over the airport. You can easily see for 10's of miles.

Type of Aerial Lift: Gondola Lift Type of lift if described as "other" above.: There is two gondolas. While one is loading passengers at the bottom, the other is loading at the top. They meet at the half way point. Each gondola holds about six passengers with a park ranger as the guide. Is there a fee to ride this aerial lift?: Yes If there is a fee please add the costs associated with this lift below.: **Only open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday** The fee is $8 for adults, $4 for children (under 2 is free). You may buy one way tickets as some choose to hike up and ride down. There is a gift shop with souvenirs. Is this aerial lift primarily;: Recreational Use Aerial Lifts Web Page:: [Web Link] Does this lift have more than one primary boarding location?: No If there is more than one primary loading area which one are you waymarking?: Not listed

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