Escape the heat and ascend 6,000 ft (1.8 km) to the pine forests, hiking trails and campsites atop Mount San Jacinto, via the world’s largest rotating tramway.
Along the way, enjoy hawkish views of the picturesque Coachella Valley below.
Tickets $24.95
First tram up: Mon-Fri, 10am; Sat-Sun, 8am; Fri (Jul-Sept), 8am. The tram is closed for maintenance the latter half of Sept.
Backcountry camping: $5 wilderness permit required, available at ranger station atop the mountain (next to the tram station)
Parking $5
(888) 515-8726