Tag: Hiking

  • Massachusetts Hiker Rescued Via Helicopter After Injuries Left Him Unable to Walk

    Massachusetts Hiker Rescued Via Helicopter After Injuries Left Him Unable to Walk

    A hiker from Massachusetts had to be airlifted out of the New Hampshire mountains on Monday. A fall left him severely injured and unable to walk. 34-year-old Matthew Lawrence was hiking in the Franconia Ridge of the White Mountains, about a half mile from the Mount Lafayette summit, when he…

  • Hiker Left Shaken Up After Stumbling Upon Bizarre, Life-Threatening Device

    Hiker Left Shaken Up After Stumbling Upon Bizarre, Life-Threatening Device

    A strange find left a hiker and their friends shaken up after realizing the object they found on their hike could have potentially killed them. While hiking off-trail in Bosnia, a group of hikers discovered a strange-looking cylindrical white object with spikes on one end. They instinctively stayed away from…

  • Canyonlands National Park Must-Sees: Hikes, Views, and Landmarks, from Island in the Sky to Horseshoe Canyon

    Canyonlands National Park Must-Sees: Hikes, Views, and Landmarks, from Island in the Sky to Horseshoe Canyon

    As the largest of the national parks in Utah, the Canyonlands has a little bit of everything, from rivers and canyons to hoodoos and arches. It’s the one-stop destination for red rock adventures with excitement waiting at each trailhead, overlook and footpath. Surprisingly, Canyonlands National Park saw the smallest number…

  • Hiker Stumbles Upon Strange, ‘Abandoned’ Campsite, Looks Like the Start of a Horror Movie

    Hiker Stumbles Upon Strange, ‘Abandoned’ Campsite, Looks Like the Start of a Horror Movie

    A hiker in Montana recently stumbled upon a scene that looks like something out of a horror film. In a now-viral Tiktok, Ron Ulrich was hiking in grizzly country in Montana, filming himself talking about his new job, when he paused suddenly. He showed viewers what he’d just come across,…

  • Hiker Forced To Leave Injured Wife in Grizzly Country To Seek Help

    Hiker Forced To Leave Injured Wife in Grizzly Country To Seek Help

    A hiking husband and wife found themselves in a nightmare situation on July 18 when the wife broke her leg while on the trail. The couple was hiking on their anniversary in Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex located in the Helmville, Montana area. They had no way to communicate with anyone…

  • New Hampshire Hiker Dies After High-Risk Snow Rescue

    New Hampshire Hiker Dies After High-Risk Snow Rescue

    While on a hike in New Hampshire, near Mount Clay, a hiker ran into extreme weather and was sure he would die without assistance. The outdoors can be harsh. The man texted his wife that without help, he didn’t expect to make it out alive. Rescuers made a daring action…

  • National Parks Journal: ‘Plan & Prepare’ for Great Smoky Mountains Backcountry Hiking, Camping, Backpacking

    National Parks Journal: ‘Plan & Prepare’ for Great Smoky Mountains Backcountry Hiking, Camping, Backpacking

    Headed to Great Smoky Mountains National Park‘s wilderness? There’s no one better to prepare with than GRSM’s Backcountry Manager, Christine Hoyer. From bears to stranding, a whole lot can go wrong in the backcountry of any national park. Setting out into the backcountry requires a lot more prep and knowledge…

  • Oregon Climber Survives 600-Foot Fall Down Mount Hood

    Oregon Climber Survives 600-Foot Fall Down Mount Hood

    After witnessing the fall, bystanders were able to provide aid, food, and water while contacting emergency responders from Mount Hood. If you believe in miracles, count this among them. At around 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24, Oregon’s Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office received an SOS beacon and phone call from…

  • Woman Dies at Grand Canyon National Park While Hiking Bright Angel Trail Alone

    Woman Dies at Grand Canyon National Park While Hiking Bright Angel Trail Alone

    On Thursday, a Canadian woman passed away while hiking trails in Grand Canyon National Park, according to a statement from the National Park Service. The department also identified the victim as 41-year-old Melanie Goodine of Ottawa, Ontario.  The woman went hiking on trails running through the Arizona canyon to the…

  • Missing Elderly Hiker Donald Hayes’ Body Found in Arizona Forest With Loyal Dog Still by His Side: Report

    Missing Elderly Hiker Donald Hayes’ Body Found in Arizona Forest With Loyal Dog Still by His Side: Report

    Authorities located the body of an elderly hiker who was missing for six days in a north-central Arizona forest, his dog still by his side. Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue teams located the body of Donald Hayes, 74, of Prescott Valley, who went missing about 85 miles north…

  • Texas Man Suffers ‘Freak Accident’ During Hike as ‘Stick Punctures His Brain Through His Eye’

    Texas Man Suffers ‘Freak Accident’ During Hike as ‘Stick Punctures His Brain Through His Eye’

    A Texas man lost sight in one eye after a gruesome, “freak” accident while hiking with his son in Canada. Edward Steinkamp of Allen, Texas, is lucky to be alive after a “beautiful experience” became “suddenly tragic,” according to a GoFundMe created to help cover his medical expenses. The fundraising…

  • Proposed ‘Great Springs Project’ Aims to Connect Austin, San Antonio With 100-Mile Hiking Trail: What to Know

    Proposed ‘Great Springs Project’ Aims to Connect Austin, San Antonio With 100-Mile Hiking Trail: What to Know

    Texas has launched a new project that would connect Austin to San Antonio with a 100-mile hiking trail that will also help protect the culture and natural resources of the region. The Great Springs Project (GSP) would specifically connect Barton Springs, San Marcos Springs, Comal Springs, and San Antonio Springs.…

  • California Hiker Oscar Hernandez Found Dead at Griffith Park With His Dog Alive and by His Side: Report

    California Hiker Oscar Hernandez Found Dead at Griffith Park With His Dog Alive and by His Side: Report

    Earlier this week, a hiker named Oscar Hernandez was found dead in a California park next to his dog, King, after going missing 16 days ago. When authorities arrived at the scene, the hiker’s pet was alive and laying by his side. #BREAKING: Body of 29 year old Oscar Hernandez,…

  • Woman Dies After Falling Off Cliff During Hike in Utah

    Woman Dies After Falling Off Cliff During Hike in Utah

    Yesterday, Utah officials received a call regarding a woman who had fallen off of a cliff while hiking. Unfortunately, she died due to the injuries she sustained. On March 27 at roughly 1:00 p.m., a hiker contacted the Sevier County EMTs and Search and Rescue when his wife fell off…

  • Hikers Face a Messy Mud Season on Northern Colorado Trails

    Hikers Face a Messy Mud Season on Northern Colorado Trails

    Now that we’re starting to see some warmer weather, hikers are dying to get back out on the trails, but Colorado warns their outdoor enthusiasts that Spring is mud season. Colorado sees roughly 67.30 inches of snow each year. Once it gets warm, those nearly 70 inches of snow turn…

  • Firefighters Rescue Three Separate Hikers on Arizona Trails

    Firefighters Rescue Three Separate Hikers on Arizona Trails

    Phoenix firefighters and first responders conducted three separate hiker rescue missions nearly simultaneously on Sunday around different parks throughout the city. Fire crews visited South Mountain, Dreamy Draw Trail, and Piestewa Peak yesterday to help three distressed hikers. All of the hikers were young people, between the ages of 20…

  • New Jersey Hiker Found Dead on Cascade Mountains Trail Believed to Be ‘Under the Influence of Mushrooms’

    New Jersey Hiker Found Dead on Cascade Mountains Trail Believed to Be ‘Under the Influence of Mushrooms’

    Spending time in the great outdoors is an excellent way to get a great workout while reaping the mental health benefits that fresh air and sunshine provide. However, any outdoor activity comes with risks. That being the case, without the proper safety precautions, it’s all too easy to fall into…

  • Shenandoah National Park Hiking: Best Views and Trails in the National Park

    Shenandoah National Park Hiking: Best Views and Trails in the National Park

    With over 500 miles of hiking trails, Shenandoah National Park has some of the best vistas in Appalachia, where lush forested areas meet rocky cliffs and mesmerizing waterfalls. Shenandoah is a popular destination for backpackers and hikers, especially since the Appalachian Trail winds through the park. With plenty of campsites…

  • North Carolina Volunteers Help Crush Rocks To Keep Hiking Trails Maintained

    North Carolina Volunteers Help Crush Rocks To Keep Hiking Trails Maintained

    It’s not uncommon to be passionate about one’s hometown. If you call Western North Carolina home, however, you know it’s not quite the same. It’s difficult to put into words, but can absolutely be felt. There’s just something special about WNC locals’ devotion to the area in which they live.…

  • New York Man Found Dead After Going on Hiking Trip

    New York Man Found Dead After Going on Hiking Trip

    On Friday morning, a New York man named Thomas Howard was recently found dead after embarking on a hiking trip. Officials discovered 61-year-old Howard’s body in the Adirondack High Peaks region. The New York Department of Environment Conservation shared the tragic update on Facebook. The caption reads, “We are saddened…

  • Tennessee National Guard Rescues Hiker Experiencing Health Crisis

    Tennessee National Guard Rescues Hiker Experiencing Health Crisis

    On Thursday, the Tennessee National Guard had to conduct an emergency air evacuation for a hiker that was suffering a severe illness. Early yesterday morning, just after 7:00 a.m., the Tennessee Military Department and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency received a call regarding a downed hiker. The unnamed patient was…

  • Yellowstone National Park Hikes: Best Views and Trails, from Mystic Falls to Avalanche Peak

    Yellowstone National Park Hikes: Best Views and Trails, from Mystic Falls to Avalanche Peak

    Any hike that you choose in Yellowstone National Park is full of opportunities for adventure and views that will knock the breath right out of your lungs. With 900 miles of hiking trails, there’s no wrong answer when picking which path to take. But for those that are looking for…

  • Injured Hiker Finds His Way Out of California Mountains After Enduring Intense Winds

    Injured Hiker Finds His Way Out of California Mountains After Enduring Intense Winds

    An injured hiker survived a harrowing, frigid night lost in the wilderness after falling from the highest mountain peak in California. 57-year-old David Nguyen headed out early last Saturday morning to enjoy a day on San Gorgonia Mountain. Being an experienced hiker, Nguyen thought he could brave the snowy conditions.…

  • Ohio Man Plans to Hike Appalachian Trail to Raise Awareness About Mental Illness

    Ohio Man Plans to Hike Appalachian Trail to Raise Awareness About Mental Illness

    There’s a certain calmness and serenity when you take on a long hiking trail. In the dense wilderness, surrounded by foliage, unexpected wildlife, buzzing insects, and gorgeous views, there’s something that just makes us feel better. Now, one man from Milford, Ohio is taking the connection between hiking and mental…

  • Body of Missing California Hiker Found

    Body of Missing California Hiker Found

    After a young California hiker named Kerina Blue went missing over the weekend, authorities located her body from a suspected suicide. On early Saturday morning, the sheriff’s office received a call from the Sacramento Police Department about Blue. Her parents reported her missing. The police department described her as being…