Search and Rescue Assists Hiker on Misery Ridge at Smith Rock
67-year-old visitor treated after medical emergency on trail
Search and Rescue volunteers assist a 67-year-old hiker experiencing a medical emergency on the Misery Ridge Trail at Smith Rock State Park on March 19, transporting the patient down the trail using a wheeled litter. (Photo: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office)
SMITH ROCK STATE PARK, Ore. — Search and Rescue volunteers assisted a 67-year-old hiker who experienced a medical emergency Thursday on the Misery Ridge Trail at Smith Rock State Park, according to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies and Search and Rescue personnel responded just after noon on March 19 to assist Redmond Fire & Rescue and Oregon State Park Rangers.
Officials said the man, who was visiting family in the area from California, suffered a medical issue while hiking. Redmond Fire personnel provided medical care at the scene.
Search and Rescue volunteers then transported the patient down the trail using a wheeled litter. He was transferred to a waiting ground ambulance for further evaluation and transport.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office credited the coordinated response between Redmond Fire & Rescue, Oregon State Parks, and volunteer Search and Rescue personnel.
Officials noted that Central Oregon’s outdoor recreation areas rely on trained responders and volunteers to assist visitors and residents during emergencies.
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