Hiker wanders off trail and gets trapped on edge of cliff at Texas park, rescuers say
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A hiker wandered off the trail at Palo Duro Canyon State Park and found herself trapped on the edge of a cliff, overlooking a long drop, Texas officials said.
Luckily, she was still able to call 911 and be rescued, state park officials said in a Facebook post.
Her call for help came in around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, the post said, and local first responders and Texas State Park Police descended on her location.
The sun was beginning to set as rescuers got to work, photos show. The hiker, stranded atop the Capitol Peak, is little more than a speck in the distance.
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The rescue operation continued into the night, photos show, but eventually crews were able to get to the hiker and bring her to safety.
“Park staff urges all visitors to remain on designated trails for the safety of all,” Palo Duro Canyon officials said.
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Known for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping and glamping, Palo Duro is the second largest canyon in the United States. It also features numerous rock formations.
It’s located in the Texas Panhandle, about 33 miles southeast of Amarillo.
This story was originally published November 29, 2021 at 12:30 PM with the headline "Hiker wanders off trail and gets trapped on edge of cliff at Texas park, rescuers say."