Rock Climber Death at Devils Tower

Park officials are investigating the death of a rock climber who fell from the summit of Devils Tower in Wyoming on Monday.

The climber, who was not immediately identified by officials, died due to head injuries. This is the third climbing fatality at Devils Tower National Monument in the past five years.

Devils Tower, a prominent butte located in northeastern Wyoming, is a popular destination for rock climbers. The tower was made famous for its appearance in the 1977 movie “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.”

The incident is under investigation by the National Park Service.

The National Park Service is investigating the incident. They will determine the cause of the fall.

Devils Tower National Monument is open to the public. However, climbing is only allowed during certain hours due to the risk of falling rocks and other hazards.

Climbers are required to register with park officials before climbing. They must also carry a climbing permit.

The accident occurred on Monday morning at 10:30 a.m., according to the National Park Service.

The climber was reportedly climbing with a partner. The partner was not injured in the fall.

The climber's body was recovered by park rangers later that day.

The National Park Service is reminding climbers to be aware of the risks involved in climbing Devils Tower.

Climbers should be properly trained and experienced. They should also use proper safety equipment.

For more information about climbing at Devils Tower National Monument, please visit the National Park Service website.