Father in Critical Condition After 80-Foot Fall While Rappelling with Toddler in Arizona Canyon

Father in critical condition after 80-foot fall during rappelling with toddler in Arizona canyon. Rescue teams worked for three hours to save the family.

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October 1, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Virgin River Gorge, Arizona — A father is in critical condition following an 80-foot fall while rappelling down a canyon in Arizona with his one-year-old child, according to local emergency responders.

The incident occurred near the Ghost Valley Trailhead in the Virgin River Gorge, where the man and his toddler were on the same rope when they plummeted. The child sustained minor injuries, but the father was found in severe condition upon arrival of emergency services.

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The rescue operation involved multiple agencies, including the Beaver Dam/Littlefield Fire Department, Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, and Washington County Sheriff’s Office from Utah. The fire department shared images of the effort, which included a helicopter and ambulance. Authorities urged caution for those engaging in rappelling and other outdoor activities in remote areas.

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