Hiker Rescued After 40 Feet Fall At Benham Falls

A 61-year-old man was rescued by the Deschutes County Search and Rescue team on Sunday after he went hiking along the Deschutes River where he fell 40 ft. down the river but was able to hold on to a log until SAR teams came to aid him.

The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office said the 61-year-old was hiking along the river when he fell into the water. He was able to reach a log and hang on. Read more here

Great work to the SAR team of Deschutes County for resuing the man as we wish him a speedy recovery. Please be safe out there!

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