Crime & Safety
Utah County, UT: Woman Falls 60 Feet, Airlifted With Injuries
Utah County, UT – A woman in her late 40s suffered serious injuries Tuesday afternoon after falling approximately 60 feet while rappelling in the Red Ledges area of Diamond Fork Canyon, prompting an e
By Cole Barrett · 2026-11-10T23:06:44.543Z
Utah County, UT – A woman in her late 40s suffered serious injuries Tuesday afternoon after falling approximately 60 feet while rappelling in the Red Ledges area of Diamond Fork Canyon, prompting an emergency response and medical helicopter transport to a nearby hospital.
According to the Utah County Sheriff 's Office, deputies responded to the popular outdoor recreation area at approximately 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 10 , after receiving a report of a rappelling accident involving a female climber.
Authorities described the woman as an experienced climber who was rappelling when she fell approximately 60 feet.
The impact left her with serious injuries, requiring emergency medical assistance and transportation by helicopter to a local hospital for further treatment.
The sheriff's office has not released the woman's identity, the specific nature of her injuries or an updated medical condition.
Spanish Fork Fire & EMS assisted with the emergency response, providing critical medical care to the injured climber before she was transported for additional treatment.
The Utah County Sheriff's Office thanked the responding fire and emergency medical personnel for their quick actions during the rescue.
The incident occurred in the Red Ledges area of Diamond Fork Canyon, an outdoor destination in Utah County where visitors participate in activities including hiking, climbing and rappelling.
Officials have not provided additional details about what caused the fall or whether equipment or environmental conditions played a role.
Following the accident, the Utah County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue team issued a reminder about the potential dangers associated with outdoor recreation.
Even experienced climbers can encounter unexpected hazards , authorities emphasized, urging residents and visitors to take extra safety precautions when hiking, climbing or rappelling.
The sheriff's office encouraged outdoor enthusiasts to remain prepared for emergencies and exercise caution when participating in activities involving steep terrain and significant heights.
No additional information about the woman's recovery has been released.