According to data collected from personal injury firm Malloy Law Offices, the national park in Central California ranks as the third deadliest national park in the country with 125 fatal incidents from 2014 to 2023.
Yosemite's rocky landscapes can deceive even the most experienced hikers. Staying cautious and properly equipped is essential, particularly near ledges and waterfalls.
At Yosemite, tourists trying to take selfies near waterfalls has been one of the reasons for deaths in the park.
Only Lake Mead National Recreation Area and the Grand Canyon National Park rank higher than Yosemite in number of park deaths with 204 and 134 fatalities, respectively.
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