You are here

Solo Canyoneer Killed At Zion National Park

Share

Published Date

June 7, 2021
The Narrows at Zion National Park/NPS file

A solo canyoneer died of injuries she sustained in a fall of 50-to-80 feet from a side canyon that empties into The Narrows at Zion National Park/NPS file

A solo canyoneer at Zion National Park who fell 50-to-80 feet died from her injuries before she could be transported to a hospital.

The 26-year-old woman, whose name was not released by the park, was navigating Mystery Canyon, which empties into the famous Narrows section of the park. Park staff was alerted Saturday afternoon by other park visitors who had found the woman after her fall, a park release said.

According to the preliminary investigation, the woman had sustained injures consistent with a high-elevation fall.

A rescue helicopter was dispatched to the scene but was unable to extricate the woman due to the canyon's steep, narrow walls. Park medics were able to reach the woman shortly before she succumbed to her injuries. Her body was recovered Sunday evening.

 

Stories about:

Add comment

CAPTCHA

This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.

Image CAPTCHA
Enter the characters shown in the image.

Your support helps the National Parks Traveler increase awareness of the wonders and issues confronting national parks and protected areas.

Support Our Mission

INN Member

The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.

Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.

You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

FREE for iPhones and Android phones.