Estes Park Aerial Tramway
Estes Park Aerial Tramway
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2022 Season May 28, 2022 through September 5, 2022, We are open every day. September 6, 2022 through September 25, 2022, We are open only on Saturday and Sundays.
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Taylor M
Huntsville, TX60 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We made the mistake of waiting in line not realizing how long it would take. It was hot and despite looking in their shop, we could find no water or other amenities. Upon boarding to gondola and reaching the top it was not worth the wait as we had kinda lost our desire to hike too far beyond the gondola area.
Written August 18, 2022
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Kelly B
Iowa4,350 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
We waited in line about an hour before it was our turn to board. There’s only two tram cars, which fit approximately 9 or 10 people, so it’s slow moving. Because of that, I wouldn’t recommend doing this unless you have several days in the area. It is time consuming.
The actual ride is only about 3 minutes. I’m scared of heights, so I really didn’t care for the ride up. The ride back down wasn’t as bad. We went on a mostly windless day, so the tram car didn’t rock.
The view from the top is very nice. You can also buy a bag of peanuts for $3, and feed the chipmunks. Some will take the nut right out of your hand.
We only had to wait about 10 minutes for the ride back down.
The actual ride is only about 3 minutes. I’m scared of heights, so I really didn’t care for the ride up. The ride back down wasn’t as bad. We went on a mostly windless day, so the tram car didn’t rock.
The view from the top is very nice. You can also buy a bag of peanuts for $3, and feed the chipmunks. Some will take the nut right out of your hand.
We only had to wait about 10 minutes for the ride back down.
Written July 26, 2022
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gaye w
Denver, CO12 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
I have been coming to Estes Park for many years and finally rode the Tram up the mountain. It was fantastic! The views are spectacular and there are hiking paths at the top for everyone. The ride was quick and the operator is knowledgeable about the area
Written September 4, 2021
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Abby S
Frisco, TX25 contributions
Jun 2021
We took the tram around 4:30 pm after waiting for about 20-30 minutes. The wait was somewhat longer due to the long line and also since there were only 2 cable cars that moved on a timed schedule. The ride up was very scenic and smooth, and our group of 8 was able to ride together alone. At the top, the views were amazing!!! We walked around a bit on the deck and checked out the small gift shop and cafe. There is are some rocks you can climb up to see more of Estes Park/ The Rockies, and the views from there were even more beautiful than expected! Be sure to make and save time to come down, because there is a line waiting to come down the mountain as well. The wait was somewhat long, but the views and picture opportunities made it 100% worth it!
Written July 4, 2021
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JenHen2003
Dallas, TX334 contributions
Don't waste your time and money unless this is the only mountain you have time to go up on your trip
Jun 2021
I was the mom who made her family of 5 wait in line to go up the tramway in the rain. No chipmunks. 76$ down the drain. And whiny wet kids. Don't be me. To be fair, it was raining the whole time. If it's raining at all, do not do this. If it's a beautiful day, and you really want to wait in a long line to go up a small gondola to look back on Estes Park, then ok. But if you are going into Rocky Mountain National Park, you're going to drive up bigger mountains with better views, and it will cost you a lot less. And you can feed the chipmunks at the pull out at the Estes Park entrance sign on the way into or out of town (and that is free).
Written July 5, 2021
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Alp186
102 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
Our family all enjoyed the aerial tramway. Our oldest son is afraid of heights so he was hesitant at first but he was fine on the tram as long as he didn’t look down while moving. Staff were very friendly. We arrived at 8:40 and there were already 4 people in line. By the time they opened at 9:00, there were probably 20 people in line. They no longer take reservations so make sure your entire group is with you when you arrive.
Written June 18, 2021
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djoann958
Hummelstown, PA71 contributions
Jul 2022
We went to ride the tram in the late morning and the line was long, so we went back a few hours later and the wait was much shorter. The tram is close to town so it wasn't an inconvenience to go back. I am afraid of heights so the tram ride was a little scary for me. They only have 2 trams so that is why the wait can be long at times. The view at the top is amazing. We had to wait a bit for the ride down, but it wasn't too bad.
Written July 25, 2022
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Jenni C
14 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
We got there around 3ish on a Monday and waited about 45 minutes to ride. There are 2 trams that carry approximately 9-10 riders at a time and arrive approximately every 5 minutes. The ride was surprisingly smooth. The observation deck at the top provided stunning views with enough room for exploring. The staff was helpful and pleasant!
Written June 25, 2021
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Family_Travelers_37
Monticello, IL8 contributions
Jun 2022
Get over any height issues you may have so you don't miss out on this stop. The 360 degree views are spectacular. Plan to have a seat on a boulder and just breathe.
We arrived later in the day (4ish) to avoid the crowds and potential line. Once most of the visitors had left the chipmunks started popping out and would come up to us to see if we had anything to offer. It was obvious that they were accustomed to visitors. What a delightful surprise.
We arrived later in the day (4ish) to avoid the crowds and potential line. Once most of the visitors had left the chipmunks started popping out and would come up to us to see if we had anything to offer. It was obvious that they were accustomed to visitors. What a delightful surprise.
Written June 18, 2022
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RYC88
Centreville, VA1,266 contributions
Jun 2022
The tram is not that high or long, but it does have a long history as a tourist attraction, so it's kind of fun to do the ride. There is a long wait, as there are only two cars, one going up while the other comes down, and the space is limited to around 10 people per car. The view is nice from the top, but there's really not anything great to look at in downtown Estes Park. If you are not going to RMNP, this is a good thing for the kids, but you can skip it if you are going to the park.
Written July 8, 2022
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Kevin A
Park City, IL1,283 contributions
What is the average amount of time that people stay there?
bluechair
Columbus, IN72 contributions
I would say average about 2 hours. We took lots of pictures-walked around-had a drink. We very much enjoyed it. Awesome views without being so high to have elevation issues.
Highly recommend.
OklaOnthego
okla189 contributions
Is there a fee for the tram, and if so how much
kcaldron
Tollhouse, CA65 contributions
I kept a log of our expenses while we were on our 4,173 mile trip last summer, and I show that we paid $27.00 for my husband and myself, and mine may be been a "senior rate?" You can go to
their hours and rates. It's estes tram . com (put that all together with no spaces)
JJ J
Canada
The website states that there are hiking trails available once we reach the summit. Is there a list of hiking trails? I can’t seem to locate one. We’d like to plan our time at the summit.
Is there a specific amount of time we have once we get up there or can we wait for any of the next trams back down?
Carlie B
Colorado Springs, CO9 contributions
There are a few trails at the top and nice places to take pictures and look around. Then there is also a service road that goes up probably 3/4 of a mile or so. We hiked all the way to the top of the service road and it was great. You can stay up as long as you want and catch a tram back down at any time. We went early in the morning which was nice because the lines really get long for the remainder of the day.
DKMarts
Papillion, NE
Can you back pack a small dog on the tram?
badgolfer412
Chattanooga, TN3 contributions
Honestly I have no idea if it is permitted, Contact Estes Park Aerial Tram and I am sure they could enlighten you.
Sandi_Spears
Osawatomie, KS344 contributions
Can you drive to the top instead of taking tram?
Kathryn S
Syosset, NY99 contributions
Hi! My husband recalls there is a road but not sure if it is private or not. I did not see any cars up there. I assume you cannot drive up. Tram is a quick ride 3 1/2 minutes and the windows were open when we went up.
Hi, Jean. What would you like to know about this attraction? What does it cost?
EstesPark40
Seattle, WA41 contributions
Laura’s answer is the correct one! They do not take reservations so go early am to beat the crowd! They open at 9:00!
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