Elderly hiker found dead at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. Staff photo by Dakota Morrissiey
A missing 81-year-old woman was found dead on Wednesday, May 20, at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
According to a media release issued by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the unnamed woman was reported missing at around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19. She reportedly had become lost near the Loop Trail at Enchanted Rock, leading to an hours-long search conducted by multiple agencies throughout the night.
The TWPD stated that the search was heavily hindered by severe weather on Tuesday night. The search continued on Wednesday morning. The missing hiker was found at around 9:30 a.m. and pronounced dead at the scene.
“Our thoughts are with the woman’s family and loved ones during this difficult time,” reads a statement from the TPWD.
The Texas State Park Police are investigating the incident.
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