The tramway was built in 1959 by KTSM radio to aid in the construction of a transmitter tower. The Wyler Aerial Tramway at Franklin Mountains State Park is on 195.742 acres of rugged mountain and rock formations on the east side of the Franklin. It appears that it may return to its original purpose and only service crews will be able to see the spectacular views from Ranger Peak. The Wyler Aerial Tramway at El Paso, Texas, ascends the Franklin Mountains as part of the Texas State Park system. ![]() ![]() Shortly thereafter, it was announced that the Wyler Aerial Tramway was being permanently closed. After many years of service, the team began to falter and reports of people being struck in it requiring rescue began to appear on the nightly news. Also, if you have a baby be sure to bring your carrier because no strollers are allowed. Sometime later, it was reopened and advertised as new and improved and boasted the ability to view Texas, Mexico and New Mexico at the same time. It was 8 for adults, 4 for kids, and 3 and under are free. It operaws.tes on and off for many years, and was eventually shut down for economic reasons. El Paso, Texas Texas Parks and Wildlife Department officials say the Wyler Aerial Tramway has 'surpassed its life expectancy and is no longer suited for public use.' After nearly six decades. It was later opened to the public, and for a nominal fee you could ride up the steep cliffs in a stand up only gondola that was shaped like a large phone booth. You can join local activity partners for hiking, biking, tennis, golf, basketball. The Wyler Aerial Tramway originally was constructed by Carl Wyler, owner of KTSM Channel 9 TV, as a means for service crews to reach the highest peak on Mt. State legislation means more support for Wyler Aerial Tramway. ![]() Sadly, another El Paso attraction is gone.
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