After leaving Maya Cable Station and passing through the tunnel, near the point where the passenger cars cross paths, passengers are often heard commenting “how does the car climb such a steep slope” and some note how the steep slope is even “a bit frightening.”
Indeed, the slope on that section of the track is quite steep. Track maintenance crew members exercise great caution when walking in that area, so as not to lose their footing.

The slope is said to be the 6th steepest in the nation, with a grade of 28 degrees and 40 minutes.
Passengers will notice that the passenger car itself is also sloped in order to allow it to climb the steep track.

With that in mind, we ask that passengers hold onto the hand-rails or hanging strap handles at all times, to prepare for passenger car shaking during departure and any sudden braking.