HUNTER, N.Y. (June 14, 2025) — A 58-year-old hiker from New Rochelle was rescued from the Escarpment Trail in on Saturday after suffering abdominal pain and being unable to hike out, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).
At 4:10 p.m., Greene County 911 requested Forest Ranger assistance for the hiker, who was located at the intersection of the Lower Kaaterskill Falls trail along the Escarpment trail. Forest Ranger Fox contacted the hiker’s partner to pinpoint their exact location.
Two Assistant Forest Rangers conducted a medical assessment while additional Rangers responded. Four Rangers then packaged the hiker into a litter for transport. Rangers, along with members of the Haines Falls and Tannersville Fire Departments, carried the patient to a Hunter Ambulance waiting at the Laurel House trailhead. The rescue operation was completed by 5:30 p.m.
The DEC emphasized the importance of proper preparation for backcountry activities.
Hikers are encouraged to visit the DEC’s Hike Smart NY, Adirondack Backcountry Information, and Catskill Backcountry Information webpages for safety tips and resources.
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