07/12/2026
I have debated posting this due to the fact I have heard this incident resulted in a fatality, although that has not been confirmed. However, I believe the skills of our Search and Rescue pilot(s) and NPS Rangers working together here should be recognized and applauded.
**This is not confirmed** What I have heard is rockfall from the Highline Trail hit an open-air roofless Jeep (we did see the Jeep), resulting in serious injury, or fatality, to a passenger. While quite rare, this does happen, and is also why I always tell my guests not to stand or drive under the waterfalls, like the weeping wall, along Going to the Sun Road. Rocks can come down at any time, especially with water. While that was not the case here - just a freak accident - this does serve as a reminder that rockfall is common along the road.
My tour today was stopped right up front to seeing the *I believe* Two Bear Air Rescue helicopter landing on the road. (If not, please someone direct me to whom was called out.) It was gusty with winds, this is on a curve in the road with steep cliffs all around, multiple mountain peaks, and several cars and an ambulance in the road. Watch the pilot effortlessly land this chopper precisely in the middle of all that. Kudos!! 👏
My sincerest condolences to the family if indeed a loved one was lost today, and prayers to all, no matter what the outcome. 🙏❤️
