10-22 | Media Advisory: Nov. 4 Press Conference to Announce Next Phase of the Wyler Aerial Tramway Project

Oct. 22, 2025

Media Contact: TPWD News, Business Hours, 512-389-8030

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Beloved El Paso landmark is one step closer to reopening

EL PASO — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF) will host a press conference at Franklin Mountains State Park to announce new developments in the effort to rebuild and reopen the Wyler Aerial Tramway.

Thanks to the leadership of El Paso’s legislative delegation and $27 million in state funding, construction is now underway on long-awaited improvements at the tramway site. The Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) is partnering with TPWD on Phase 1 of the project, which includes expanded parking, accessible facilities, and visitor amenities. TPWF is launching a private fundraising campaign to complete the next phase of work that will bring a brand-new tramway system and visitor center to life—ensuring this iconic landmark once again connects people to the beauty of the Franklin Mountains and beyond.

Who:

Members of the El Paso Texas Legislative Delegation
Paul Foster, Chairman, Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission
Dr. David Yoskowitz, Executive Director, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Anne Brown, Executive Director, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation

What:
Press conference announcing progress on Phase I construction and the launch of a private fundraising campaign to complete Phase II of the Wyler Aerial Tramway project.

When:
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025
3:00 p.m. MT

Where:
Franklin Mountains State Park – Tom Mays Unit
2900 Tom Mays Access Rd.
El Paso, TX 79911

Media RSVP:
Please RSVP by Thursday, Oct. 31, 2025 to confirm attendance and arrange interviews.
RSVP Contact: news@tpwd.texas.gov

Media Contacts:
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department: TPWD News | 512-389-8030
Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation: Lydia Saldaña | lsaldana@tpwf.org | 817-851-5729