Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Mountain Station - Idyllwild, CA
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saopaulo1
N 33° 48.785 W 116° 38.298
11S E 533475 N 3741489
The tramway station on top of San Jacinto Mountain in Palm Springs, CA.
Waymark Code: WMWJY2
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 09/13/2017
Views: 1
"The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Mountain Station is located at an elevation of 8,516 feet within the boundaries of Mt. San Jacinto State Park. It is the upper portion of a tram system inaugurated in 1963. The mountain station is based on a Swiss chalet, with angled wings with sloping roofs and large windows to take in views. The building with its wings and outdoor terraces is fitted to the topography. The lower base of the building, including the tower that contains the tram’s mechanical equipment and receives the tramway cars, is constructed of reinforced concrete. The portion of the building above the concrete base is made primarily of wood and glass. The building is in excellent condition exhibiting sufficient historic and architectural integrity to convey its significance." (
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Street address:
1 Tram Way
Idyllwild, CA USA
County / Borough / Parish: Riverside
Year listed: 2016
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Periods of significance: 1942-1960
Historic function: Recreation And Culture
Current function: Recreation And Culture
Privately owned?: no
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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