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German Tourist Dies Following Fall on Arches National Park Trail

Rudolf Peters, 77, was pronounced dead after falling on the Windows Loop Trail as officials continue investigating the incident.

FILE - Visitors to the Arches National Park walk towards a sandstone formation called South Window in Moab, Utah, on Aug. 27, 2005. (AP Photo/Beth Harpaz, File)
A hiker died while on the Windows Loop Trail at Arches National Park, officials said.
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Overview

  • Rudolf Peters, a 77-year-old visitor from Haltern am See, Germany, died after falling on the Windows Loop Trail at Arches National Park on May 6, 2025.
  • Witnesses immediately began CPR, and park rangers continued life-saving efforts upon arrival, but Peters was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • The National Park Service has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fall, which remains ongoing as of May 7, 2025.
  • Park officials have issued a safety reminder about the risks posed by uneven terrain, variable weather, and preexisting health conditions when hiking.
  • The Windows Loop Trail, a 1.2-mile route near Moab, Utah, is a popular destination known for its scenic views and unique geological formations.