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RescueOutcome: Rescued by SARMedical

Rescue — Gale River Trail, Jun 28, 2023

·Gale River Trail

18-year-old male from Gainesville, FL · party of 2

An 18-year-old hiker suffered a lower-leg injury on June 28, 2023, while hiking the Gale River Trail with a family member. The pair spent the night at Galehead Hut but was unable to descend the following day despite AMC assistance. A 20-person carry-out rescue was conducted on June 29, with rescuers using a litter and ATV to transport the hiker to the trailhead.

What we can learn

Trail conditions are very wet due to long periods of rain; hikers are reminded to recreate safely and visit hikesafe.com for more information.

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

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