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Canadian Hiker Dies In Grand Canyon National Park

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By Compiled From N... - June 3rd, 2022

A Canadian woman trying to hike down to the Colorado River from the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park and back the same day died on the trail/NPS file of the Bright Angel Trail from South Rim

A 41-year-old Canadian woman attempting to hike down from the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to the Colorado River and back in one day died on the trail.

Melanie Goodine, from Ottawa, Ontario, was hiking out of the canyon Thursday afternoon on the Bright Angel Trail when she became unresponsive and collapsed, according to a park release. Bystanders tried to resuscitate her until rangers could arrive. 

The incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m. Thursday on the Bright Angel Trail above Three-Mile Resthouse. An investigation into the incident was being conducted by the National Park Service in coordination with the Coconino County (Arizona) Medical Examiner. 

Hiking down to the river and back to the rim is strongly discouraged by the Park Service due to the hot temperatures of the Inner Gorge and the energy needed to complete the roundtrip hike. Temperatures below the canyon's rims this week have eclipsed 100 degrees Fahrenheit. At Phantom Ranch on the canyon floor Thursday temperatures reached 104 degrees Fahrenheit in the shade and at Indian Garden on the Bright Angel Trail it reached 95 degrees Fahrenheit in the shade, while the South Rim recorded a high of 79 degrees Fahrenheit.

Before heading down trail, hikers are strongly encouraged to read the Hiking Tips page and check the Backcountry Updates and Closures page for current information on inner canyon conditions. All visitors to Grand Canyon should ensure they are drinking plenty of fluids, resting in shade during the heat of the day, watching for signs of distress in traveling companions, and dressing appropriately for the weather, which includes light-colored and loose-fitting clothing. 

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