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Rescue — Mt. Washington, Oct 5, 2025

·Mount Washington·Cog Railway service trail

14-year-old female hiker with lower leg injury · party of 2

On the evening of October 5, 2025, a 14-year-old female hiker injured her lower leg while descending a service trail adjacent to the Cog Railway tracks on Mt. Washington, approximately 2 miles from the Base Station. Conservation Officers responded via ATVs and made contact with the two hikers at approximately 9:45 p.m. Both hikers were transported down the mountain by ATV and arrived safely at the roadside at 10:15 p.m.

What we can learn

Both hikers were advised regarding improved trip planning and preparedness prior to leaving.

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