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Rescue — Cascade Brook Trail, Jun 27, 2026

·Cascade Brook Trail

Chris Roy, a 58-year-old from North Danville, Vermont

On June 27, 2026, Chris Roy slipped on a rock on Cascade Brook Trail in Lincoln, NH, sustaining a lower-leg injury approximately 1.5 miles up the trail. Conservation Officers and members of the Pemigewasset Valley and Upper Valley Search and Rescue Teams responded, located Roy, and carried him out on a litter to the trailhead by approximately 3:03 p.m. Roy was evaluated by Linwood Ambulance on scene but declined transport and drove himself for further medical care.

What we can learn

Hikers are encouraged to be prepared for their trek by packing the ten essential items: map, compass, warm clothing, extra food and water, headlamp, fire starter, first aid kit, whistle, rain/wind jackets and pants, and a knife.

Before you head out: check the forecast, carry the Ten Essentials, leave your plans with someone, and be willing to turn back. See current conditions →

Part of the WMNF Hiker Incident Database. Every entry cites a primary or near-primary source; details are refined as the record is reviewed.