A tragic incident occurred at Arches National Park in Utah, where a hiker lost his life after falling from a well-frequented trail.
The individual, a 68-year-old male from Paramus, New Jersey, fell approximately 30 feet (around 9 meters) on Tuesday morning, according to statements made by park officials.
Despite immediate resuscitation attempts, he could not be revived.
The identity of the hiker has not been disclosed publicly.
The fall took place near an overlook located on the Devils Garden Trail, which is part of a popular loop within the frequently visited park.
Arches National Park is renowned for its stunning landscape, which holds the highest concentration of natural sandstone arches found anywhere in the world, totaling around 2,000.
