MOAB, Utah — A man died Tuesday after he fell while hiking in Arches National Park.
According to the National Park Service, rangers were called to reports of a man falling on the Windows Loop trail. Bystanders immediately started CPR before rangers arrived on the scene.
Personnel from the Grand County Sheriff's Department, Grand County EMS, and Classic Air Medical also responded to the area. However, the resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.
Officials have identified the man as 77-year-old Rudolf Peters. The NPS said he was from Haltern am See in Germany.
The Grand County Sheriff's Office and the National Park Service are investigating the incident. How the man fell isn't currently clear.
Officials remind visitors that uneven surfaces, changeable weather, and preexisting health conditions are all important factors when choosing a safe and enjoyable hike.
