Human remains discovered by hikers in a Washington state forest have been identified as a 33-year-old woman who had been missing for nearly a year and a half since 2024.

Authorities in Washington state have confirmed that skeletal remains discovered by hikers in Rose Valley belong to Hailey Athay, 33, who had been missing for nearly a year and a half.

An Indonesian guide's quick thinking saved hikers during an active eruption of Mount Dukono. His split-second decision to tell them to ascend rather than descend proved crucial, as descending can increase risk in volcanic terrain.

Hikers in the Czech Republic discovered a hidden treasure, believed to be from Bosnia and Herzegovina or Serbia, inside an aluminum can found in a forest.

A group of hikers at the crater of Indonesia's Dukono volcano were forced to flee in panic when the volcano suddenly erupted, spewing ash into the air. Fortunately, the wind carried the ash cloud away, ensuring their safety.

Hikers on Mount Nanos in Slovenia were surprised to encounter an ostrich wandering on one of the trails leading to the plateau, an unusual sight for the region.

A growing number of hikers are embracing barefoot hiking on trails worldwide, from Seoul to Australia. Proponents describe the experience as feeling "quite primal" and connecting with nature.

Nepalese police have exposed a criminal network on Mount Everest that allegedly drugged hikers to exacerbate altitude sickness, forcing helicopter evacuations and enabling fraudulent insurance claims worth millions.

Unauthorized pilgrims, hikers, and nature trippers have reportedly entered restricted areas of Mount Banahaw in Quezon province, Philippines, since the start of the Lenten season, despite a government ban.

A video highlights that many hikers tend to carry too many items when going hiking, with a common justification being 'I'll need everything,' as observed among hikers on Sljeme.

A hiking report from the Vértes mountains highlights unique sights like tree trunk carvings, castle ruins, and a cave with a panoramic terrace, challenging even experienced hikers.

Hikers visiting Yongbongsan, a popular peak in Hongseong County, South Chungcheong Province, are finding an unexpected attraction in a group of around 10 stray cats that have made the mountain their home.

The mountaineering and ecological society Zimomor from Nevesinje shared an interesting video from one of their hikes, showing bear cubs playing on Crvanj mountain.

Authorities have issued a warning after hikers reported spotting a large invasive lizard in a state park, advising the public to maintain a safe distance if encountered.

A young mother drowned after being swept away by swift waters while hiking on a popular Southern California trail, prompting urgent safety warnings for other hikers.

The FEEC denounces damage to the free Besiberri refuge, which accommodates hikers in Alta Ribagorça, after it was victimized by vandalism.

Four hikers were rescued after being trapped on a snowy mountain in the Abruzzo region of Italy.

A small lake in New Zealand, dubbed 'the clearest lake in the world' by researchers, is now being overwhelmed by hikers, leading to concerns from environmentalists and a Māori tribe about the potential introduction of invasive algae.

Emergency medical and helicopter units in Montenegro have responded to multiple incidents in the Rumija and Žabljak mountains, prompting an appeal for hikers to use guides due to increasing interventions.

After six years without a resting point, the Milseburghütte in the Rhön region has reopened, providing a new place for hikers to relax and strengthening the area's trail network.

A couple of hikers were reportedly surprised while engaging in an intimate act at 2600 meters altitude in the Swiss mountains.

A social media post urging amateur hikers to help clear storm damage on Medvednica mountain has ignited a discussion about the role of volunteers in such efforts.

A search and rescue operation for three missing hikers in Suldal, Norway, has been paused for the night due to bad weather and darkness. Crews found signs that the group had been at a cabin but had moved on.

Mountain rescuers in Slovenia came to the aid of two foreign hikers who became exhausted and ill-equipped at 1900 meters near Bohinjske vratce, requiring a helicopter evacuation.

An overnight search and rescue operation by the Fire and Rescue Department successfully rescued two hikers, one of whom was injured, after they became stranded in a national park in Sarawak.

An organized network involving trekking agencies, helicopter companies, and doctors has been dismantled on Everest, accused of orchestrating an elaborate insurance fraud scheme that allegedly involved poisoning and terrorizing hikers.

A group of German hikers, who reportedly underestimated winter conditions, were rescued by mountain rescue services in Salzburg, Austria. Four individuals were brought to safety.

Finnish authorities are requesting hikers and the public to provide information regarding avalanches, likely to enhance safety measures and understanding of snow conditions.

The fire brigade rescued 26 hikers on Wednesday after they became trapped by rising water in the Avakas gorge in the Paphos district. The call for help was received at 1.13pm on Wednesday.

A landslide in a mountainous area of Shizuoka City, Japan, blocked a prefectural road, trapping at least 79 hikers and workers. An alternative walking route has since been secured, and those wishing to descend began doing so on the morning of the 22nd.

Snow has fallen in Zakopane, making mountain trails slippery. A Tatra guide advised hikers to be prepared for winter conditions.

Mount Tapulao, the highest peak in Zambales, Philippines, has reopened to hikers on March 1 after a month-long closure for trail rehabilitation and environmental cleanup.

Ali Leiniö, once a marginalized young man involved in crime and drugs, has transformed into one of Finland's most renowned hikers, with millions following his wilderness videos.

A wolf attacked a group of walkers at the Royal Estates in Tatoi, Greece, though no injuries were reported.

Two hikers who were reported lost on Mt Parnassos have been found safe.

With the outdoor season beginning, an article discusses the pros and cons of using insoles for foot support versus opting for barefoot shoes for runners and hikers.

With spring, hikers are returning to Seoul's mountains like Cheonggyesan, which has earned the nickname "leggings mountain" due to the increasing popularity of leggings among trekkers.

Discovery of 600 gold coins valued at $330,000 by two hikers in a can in the Czech Republic

A pair of hikers encountered a distress situation on Austria's Großglockner mountain after reaching the summit, as the health of one 28-year-old individual deteriorated, making descent impossible.

A bear has been sighted in the residential areas of Liti, Melissochori, and the mountainous region of Oraiokastro, Thessaloniki, causing concern among residents. Authorities have issued guidelines for hikers and advice on encountering a bear.

Two individuals lost their lives in an avalanche in Hemsedal, Norway, when a group of hikers was caught in the snowslide. Several people were taken by the avalanche but managed to rescue each other, according to the municipal doctor.

A grass fire broke out on Mt. Kabunian in Bakun, Benguet, Philippines, on Maundy Thursday, April 2, leading to the rescue of 18 hikers from the popular trekking destination.

A report by The Kathmandu Post reveals a $20 million fraudulent rescue scheme in Nepal, where insurance companies are being scammed through practices like lacing Mt. Everest hikers' food to force rescues.

Gregor Kuret admitted to multiple criminal offenses in court, expressing remorse and receiving a nearly three-year prison sentence after threatening hikers and slashing their tires upon discovering cars on a meadow.

Several hikers in the Norwegian cabin paradise of Skeikampen in Innlandet were unpleasantly surprised on Easter Saturday by the sight of a naked man on the ski trail.

Vianden is described as a demanding destination for hikers, featuring narrow paths that rapidly ascend and descend, providing a rigorous experience.

A landslide in a mountainous area of Shizuoka City, Japan, blocked a prefectural road, leaving at least 79 people, including hikers staying in mountain huts, unable to descend. No injuries have been reported.

Two hikers were successfully rescued after becoming stranded on a mountain trail near Anawangin Cove in Zambales, Philippines, by the Philippine Coast Guard.

A nine-month-old dog proved to have the spirit of a true survivor after managing to stay alive for nine days without food at an altitude of 1,900 meters on the Tsoukarela peak near Metsovo, until a group of hikers located and rescued him The post Dog survives 9 days at 1,900m altitude in Metsovo — Found by hikers and returned to its owner (Video) appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Police in Luxembourg are requesting public assistance in the search for a fugitive copper thief in the Waldhof area. Motorists in the region are also advised not to pick up hitchhikers.

Police in southern Luxembourg are searching for two suspected burglars in the Leudelange area and have advised the public not to pick up hitchhikers.

Campers and hikers have urged Hong Kong authorities to step up public education, law enforcement and impose foot traffic limits at campsites after some areas were flooded with visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday. A visit by the South China Morning Post on Saturday to Ham Tin Wan, a beach in Sai Kung, found about 50 visitors and 30 tents. Empty plastic bottles, used tissue paper and chocolate wrappers were seen lying on the sand and in bushes and shrubs. Officers from the Agricultural,...

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 19 - A ski mountaineer who was caught in an avalanche this afternoon below Punta Paletta, in the municipality of Saint-Nicolas, Val d'Aosta, died in Aosta hospital. Paramedics attempted to resuscitate him for a long time, but his injuries were too serious. Another ski mountaineer is in hospital, but his condition is not life-threatening. The group of five hikers included three who were uninjured. The rescue operations, complicated by bad weather, were conducted by the Aosta Valley Mountain Rescue Service, the Guardia di Finanza, and the emergency medical service 118. (ANSA). Read article...