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Colorado May 23, 2024

Black bear swipes at hiker in Colorado resort town

A mother black bear was "humanely euthanized" after swiping at a Colorado hiker on Tuesday. Her cubs, old enough to fend for themselves, were released.

Oregon May 21, 2024

Oregon hiker, 22, dies at Columbia River Gorge after falling off a cliff

A 22-year-old hiker from Hillsboro, Oregon, has died near Horsetail Falls in the Columbia River Gorge after falling from a cliff, officials say.

Alaska May 20, 2024

Climber found dead on Alaska's Denali, the highest peak in North America

A climber was found dead on Denali, the highest peak in North America, on Monday, one day after being reported missing by a family member.

National Parks May 15, 2024

Colorado hiker, 23, vanishes in Rocky Mountain National Park

Lucas Macaj, a 23-year-old hiker from Colorado Springs, Colorado, has vanished on the tallest mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park, officials say.

Camping-Hiking May 14, 2024

Falling rock kills hiker near Mt. Whitney in California; third fatality in a week

A falling rock struck and killed a hiker in North Fork of Lone Pine Creek Trail near Mt. Whitney in California, the third hiker fatality in a week.

Arizona May 13, 2024

Arizona State engineering graduates drown in waterfall days after convocation on hiking trip with classmates

Two new graduates from Arizona State University visiting the famous Fossil Creek area in Arizona died after slipping into the water, officials say.

Mount Everest May 13, 2024

Nepali guide, UK mountaineer surpass their own records for most climbs of Mount Everest

British climber Kenton Cool and Nepali guide Kami Rita Sherpa have both set new records for the most climbs of Mount Everest, officials said on Sunday.

California May 9, 2024

Jury says California man who sexually assaulted hikers, sleeping women poses ‘serious danger to society'

A 42-year-old Southern California man faces up to 53 years behind bars after being convicted of sexually assaulting five females in just under three years.

California May 8, 2024

California siblings, ages 2 and 4, die after falling into fast-flowing river in mountains

The siblings were playing with their mom at the Thurman Flats Picnic Area in Southern California's San Bernardino Mountains when they fell into the river.

Camping May 7, 2024

Boy Scouts of America making this big change to be more inclusive

For the first time in its history, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will rebrand and change its name next year as it seeks to create a more inclusive organization.

Mammals May 5, 2024

TikTok trending question about 'being stuck in a forest' with 'a man or a bear' yields strategic tips

On TikTok, women are debating if they would rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear. Here are some tips for a safe hike, including what to do if a bear attacks.