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Snowbird Aerial Tram

Snowbird, United States

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Snowbird Aerial Tram

An aerial tramway climbs from the Snowbird resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon to the summit above it. Riders see mountain peaks and the canyon, with glass floor panels in the newer cars, and find a restaurant and viewpoints at the top.

Highlights

  • Glass floor panels
  • Summit restaurant
  • Rooftop ride

Good to know

  • Trams run every 10 to 30 minutes
  • Summer hikers can ride down free

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