The Deadliest Canyon in the U.S. Is in This National Park-Here Are 3 Safety Tips, According to Experts

"Hiking in America's national parks can be incredible, but safety should always stay top of mind. And that's especially true when visiting parks with canyons. Certain parks are more dangerous than others, and Texas' Big Bend National Park is among the worst, coming in as the deadliest canyon in America, according to data compiled by tour company Antelope Canyon and shared with Travel + Leisure."

"and Texas' Big Bend National Park is among the worst, coming in as the deadliest canyon in America, according to data compiled by tour company Antelope Canyon and shared with Travel + Leisure. The Brewster County park was home to 30 fatalities from 2014 to 2024, which equates to six fatalities for every one million visitors, the highest in the country."

Big Bend National Park recorded 30 fatalities from 2014 to 2024, equating to six fatalities per one million visitors, the highest rate among canyon parks. Other high-fatality parks include Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Guadalupe Mountains, Grand Canyon, and Canyonlands; Lake Mead National Recreation Area had the highest total fatalities with drownings as the leading cause. Falling was the top hazard across canyon parks, occurring in six of the top 21 parks. Cardiovascular issues were the second leading cause of death; Big Bend experienced seven deaths from heart attacks and other medical emergencies. Harsh desert conditions and isolated canyon landscapes increase visitor risk.

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