We went on the last day for public travel on the tram for the season. It was overcast in the morning so we waited until noon when it seemed the clouds were moving along. The trip up was amazing with great views of the lake. It's a 15 minute ride and was fairly smooth, no surprises. Staff were great. I was concerned about covid and whether staff would really adhere to the masking and social distancing... no worries at all! They were great, and I felt they were doing all they could to minimize risk. It made the trip so much more enjoyable overall. Hiking at the summit was incredible. The views and overall feeling of being on top of the world were well worth the price of a day trip. We hiked every loop and spent a little time just enjoying the quiet and wildlife. Wonderful day and excellent way to enjoy part of the Eagle Cap Wilderness.

I made the reservations online months before our stay at Wallowa Lake. I received a phone call the day before advising due to the heat tram rides for the day were canceled. The customer service person was quickly able to rebook us for Friday and received an email reminding us of the date change. We were staying within five minutes of the tramway so we walked and were one of the first people up that day. Everyone: the ticket booth person, tram workers, and summit grill hostess were very gracious and kind. The ride up was incredible. We were able to see the waterfalls we hiked the previous two days, the lake, the towns of Joseph and Enterprise. The ride itself was very quiet and over before we knew it! The trails at the top of Mt. Howard were well maintained with interesting interpretive signs and many signs regarding the fragility of the flower. which many people ignored unfortunately. This is a must DO! I suggest going early in the morning before the crowds.

We liked the tram a lot and it was memorable. It was a bit scary for me going up as I tend to fear heights so I chose to face the mountain which helped me to enjoy the ride. We purchased tickets online so we didn't have to wait in the first line and the second line to board took about 20 minutes. Loading just one party per car (family group, couple, individual) due to covid probably made it longer. We took a picnic up with us as when I purchased tickets the website said the restaurant on the top would be closed. Rather, it was open and the picnic area was under several feet of snow and not available. After some waiting they let us eat at one of the restaurant tables. The snow was too deep for safe hiking for us with our knee problems so se stayed near the building. Another time we would go later in the summer. It was my first time on top a snowy mountain and was exhilarating to me. The main problem was that the water stopped working so the toilets filled up fast.

After researching the Tramway website, we felt that it would be safe to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic. The website specifies that they take temperatures of passengers, require face masks and hand sanitizer and that they sanitize the cabins between uses. DO NOT BELIEVE IT! Half the people waiting in line for the tram were not wearing masks, they were not standing 6 feet apart, they were not required to use hand sanitizer at all and temperatures were NOT taken. We purchased our tickets online, so we trusted the information to be true. Some of the workers were wearing masks under their noses and there were absolutely NO precautions taken. The good news is that the tram and the hikes are amazingly beautiful.

The cost of a ticket to the top is $36 per person. At the bottom there’s an old lodge that is now abandoned and collapsing. The ride up is depressing…it looks like the whole forest is dying…the trees look terrible. When you get to the top there’s a dusty crowded 2 mile track that circles the top of the mountain. There’s no trail to hike from the bottom to the top or visa versa. We had lunch at the restaurant at the top and it was nearly inedible except for the French fries. The service was painfully slow even though the place was only about a 1/3rd full. There’s better places to go and better things to do in this world…I wont waste my time or money in the Wallawa Lake area again…this ride epitomizes the whole place…if it every had a heyday its long gone now!!

The cost of the tram ticket was definitely worth it for amazing views of the mountains from the 8,100 ft. summit of Mt. Howard. If you can, try to go on a clear day so you can see the Seven Devils peaks and appreciate the many other peaks surrounding Mt. Howard. The 2 mile loop at the top is relatively easy, although there are some places with a bit of an incline and one viewpoint with stairs, so hiking poles may be helpful for some people. There are also a few picnic tables to have a lunch or snack, and there is the Summit Grill restaurant, although that can get crowded. To save time, buy your ticket in advance online and then you can print out your confirmation or show the QR code. Wonderful experience!

We were so fortunate to get good weather on one day of the several days spent at Wallowa Lake!! It is not worth the money if the day is cloudy at all as the tram costs $45.00 for adults and $42.00 for seniors. We had excellent views of the valley on the way up and down, and the trails were so good at the top as one could see out over several sides of the Mt. Howard top. One of our group hikes with his friends and did the Eagle Cap area recently, an area we could see from the top of the mountain. The trips up and down each take almost 15 minutes, and the views from the tram are gorgeous of the lake, the farmed fields, and the mountains around that area.

The tramway seems a little pricey, but it offered a nice 15 minute ride to get a great view of some big country. There are trails at the top to some lookout spots. Then take a relaxing ride back down to lake level.

This adventure is a must if you find yourself in the Wallowa lake area. I am afraid of heights and this tested me for sure. But, I totally enjoyed everything about it! There is a nice reasonably priced restaurant at the top with beautiful views. Easy hiking trails to maneuver. If your older and unable to walk around .. just enjoy a refreshing drink, lunch and the beautiful views. There are several different trails, some steeper than others in very good shape... dont miss the artesian water on the way up, cool and refreshing. Bathrooms at both the bottom and top. The ride is about 15 minutes. take your water with you, or buy for $3.. and wear good shoes! The Cost was 75$ for two.. Covid updates : The down side was no one sanitized the gondola when people got out. Masks were worn, but no available sanitizer seen. Take some with you, or even a few wipes to do the areas you may touch during the ride.

Initially thought it was a bit expensive at 40 USD each for the return trip but its quite a long ride - 1.8 miles taking around 15 minutes ew. There is also a 2.5 mile well maintained loop trail at the top with amazing views, as well as a very good cafe. We really enjoyed it and thought it was very worthwhile.