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OutsideJun 8

An 18-Year-Old Died on the Grand Canyon’s Most Popular Trail. Here Is Why Bright Angel Is So Deadly.

Following a tragic hiker death in the Grand Canyon, we break down why the Bright Angel Trail turns deadly in summer and how to spot the signs of heat stroke.

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Colorado RiverSightdestination at the bottom of the canyon
Bright Angel TrailTrailmost popular hike, descends 4,500 feet
Garden CreekPlacearea where hiker was found 30 feet below trail
Havasupai GardensNeighborhoodranger station, 4.8 miles from canyon rim
Pygmy GuidesPlaceoffers backpacking adventures through the Grand Canyon

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An 18-Year-Old Died on the Grand Canyon’s Most Popular Trail. Here Is Why Bright Angel Is So Deadly.