A hiker fell from the chained section on the popular Angels Landing hike in Zion National Park. The chained section is a steep and narrow portion of the hike that requires a permit. Officials say they’ve recovered the hiker’s body from Zion Canyon and notified family, so they can now reveal the victim as 68-year-old Gilberto Ramos of Laredo, Texas. Local news reports that Ramos simply lost his balance. The incident occurred last Friday afternoon.
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A press release from Zion National Park says the West Rim Trail, including Scout Lookout and Angels Landing, was temporarily closed during response and recovery operations. “The National Park Service and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the incident,” Zion adds.
Angels Landing Trail Closed April 20-23
Angels Landing is closed for pre-scheduled trail maintenance from April 20-23, 2026. The lottery for Angels Landing permits will re-open on the 23rd for hikes beginning on the 24th.
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