Hikers

Water flowing over the 25-foot crest of Abrams Falls into a deep rock basin in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

October 14, 2026

Texas Hiker Sahil Jilani, 24, Found Dead at Abrams Falls—A Trail With 29 Recorded Water Deaths Since 1971

The body of Sahil Jilani, a 24-year-old from Houston, Texas, was recovered near Abrams Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park on October 8, 2026, following a multi-day search. His family confirmed

High alpine rocky summit and scree slopes of Mount Morgan in Inyo County, California

Adventure·News·USA

Hiker Reached Mount Morgan’s 13,005-Foot Summit, Texted He Was Heading Down, and Was Found Dead Three Days Later

A 53-year-old hiker who successfully reached the summit of Mount Morgan in California’s Eastern Sierra sent a final text around 7 p.m. on October 4, 2026, saying he was heading back down. He was reported missing the following day. A

October 12, 2026

Angels Landing Closure at Zion National Park Leaves Hikers Waiting for Search-and-Rescue Updates

Environment·Guides·News·USA

Angels Landing, one of the most popular permit-required hikes in Zion National Park, is currently closed due to a search-and-rescue operation. Visitors planning to

Grand Canyon flash flood recovery yields human remains near Crystal Rapid weeks later

Nature·News·USA

Search crews working at Grand Canyon National Park have recovered a third set of human remains near Crystal Rapid, weeks after a deadly flash

Crime·Travel

Lake District Magic Mushrooms Trip Goes Awry as Rescuers are Called to Save Hikers

The Keswick Mountain Rescue Team rescued a group of young hikers in the Lake District. The hikers were high after consuming magic mushrooms and eventually ended up feeling unwell. The rescue team

Rahul Somvanshi

April 12, 2023

Travel·USA

Trekking the Top Trails of the Adirondacks: A Hiker’s Guide to Stunning Views and Safe Adventures

The Adirondack Mountains in New York State offer some of the most breathtaking and challenging hiking trails in the country. From tranquil lakeside walks to rugged mountain climbs, the Adirondacks offer a

Karmactive Team

February 16, 2023

News·USA

Two Hikers Missing from Mount Baldy: A Week Apart, A Search Continues

The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department has confirmed that a second hiker, Jin Chung, has gone missing from Mount Baldy. This news comes a week after actor Julian Sands failed to return

Karmactive Team

January 25, 2023