Rock Climbing Accident in Washington's North Cascades Mountains

A rock climber survived a fall that killed his three companions in Washington's North Cascades mountains by hiking to his car and driving to a pay phone for help. The climbers fell when the anchor securing their ropes was torn from the rock while descending a popular climbing location, resulting in a tragic accident.

Rock Climbing Safety Regulations in Wilderness Areas

The National Park Service and Forest Service are looking to limit permanent safety devices used by rock climbers in wilderness areas, despite the Wilderness Act already prohibiting such devices but not being strictly enforced.