The Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park from the first trail view along Hermit Road.
Credit NPS Photo, M. Quinn
Rodney Hatfield, 44, was experiencing difficulty hiking up the trail near Indian Garden during a multi-day trip. He was later pronounced dead after rangers and a preventative search and rescue volunteer attempted CPR.
The Park Service and Coconino County Medical Examiner are conducting an investigation.
Park officials recommend people only hike before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m., rest in the shade, drink water and balance electrolyte intake.
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