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Estes Park Aerial Tramway — Estes Park, Colorado

Estes Park Aerial Tramway in Estes Park: best for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Single ride: $39.95 adult · $24.95 kids 6–17 · kids 5 & under free · $29.95 seniors 65+, active military/veterans and locals. Annual pass: $59.95 adult · $34.95 kids 6–17 · $49.95 senior.

Address420 East Riverside Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517
HoursSeasonal — the 2026 season ENDED Nov 1, 2026; 2027 dates are not yet published. 2026 hours were: May 9–Sep 7 daily 8am–8pm (last tram up 7pm); Sep 8–Oct 11 9am–7pm (last up 6pm); Oct 12–Nov 1 9am–6pm (last up 5pm), weather permitting
PricesSingle ride: $39.95 adult · $24.95 kids 6–17 · kids 5 & under free · $29.95 seniors 65+, active military/veterans and locals. Annual pass: $59.95 adult · $34.95 kids 6–17 · $49.95 senior
Price notes2026 season prices from the official site; no tax or processing fee on tickets. Family special: buy 2 adults + 1 kid (6–17), get 3 more kids half-off. 2027 prices not yet published.
Age notesOperating since 1955, the tram carries you to the summit of Prospect Mountain for 360° views of RMNP and the Estes Valley; the ride is 5 minutes each way and you can stay at the top as long as you like. The Hungry Chipmunk Café at the top is reachable only by tram.
BookingAn entry time must be reserved when you buy tickets (latest bookable arrival is 20 minutes before the last tram up); arrive no more than 5 minutes before or 15 minutes after your entry time. Annual-pass holders must also reserve, max two reservations at a time.
Suggested timeAbout 2 hours
AccessibilityOfficial site: the tram has recently become fully ADA compliant at the lower and upper terminals and wheelchairs can ride up in the tram (standard wheelchairs, about 30 in wide ideal; tram doors about 36 in); ADA scooters and walkers are accommodated.
Parking4-hour parking $7.95 at the lower terminal lot (for GPS, the site gives 20 Moccasin Cir Dr for the lot entrance)

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Venue details last verified October 31, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.