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June 29, 2025

Multiple water rescues at Rocky Mountain National Park prompt dire warnings from officials

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, Colo. – Despite the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park, officials are warning visitors to take precautions due to recent swift-water rescues that occurred in the Wild Basin area on Friday.According to the National Park Service (NPS), rangers and other rescue personnel responded to three separate incidents involving both adults and children in the St. Vrain River.As the summer brings an influx of new visitors to the park, officials take the chance to remind people of potential risks and safety tips to ensure the best experience possible.Officials advise staying at least one body length away from the edge of riverbanks and waterfalls, as some rocks and logs can be deceivingly slippery.WATCH: RARE, ENDANGERED FOX CAUGHT ON CAMERA IN CALIFORNIA NATIONAL PARK”If you see swift water moving across a hiking trail, stop. Don’t try to cross – the water could be deeper than you think. Be prepared to turn back to alternate hiking routes and complete your hike another day,” NPS officials said.The NPS states that even a few inches of moving water can knock an adult off their feet, and powerful currents can quickly pull a person underwater.