On Saturday, February 7, at 6:00 p.m., Deschutes County 9-1-1 received a report of two young men, ages 18 and 20, who were lost near the Green Lakes Trailhead, located off the Cascade Lakes Highway just beyond Mt. Bachelor.
Deschutes County Search and Rescue (SAR) volunteers were immediately activated and deployed to the area using snowmobiles and snowshoes to reach the hikers. Upon locating the two men, SAR volunteers provided warming materials and assessed their medical needs. Fortunately, no major injuries were reported. The hikers were safely transported back to their vehicle.
This incident serves as an important reminder that conditions in the backcountry can deteriorate rapidly. Before heading out, please remember to:
- Know your route and plan ahead
- Check the weather forecast
- Dress appropriately for the conditions
- Carry a reliable device to contact emergency services
Deschutes County SAR thanks its dedicated volunteers for their swift response and reminds the public to prioritize safety when recreating outdoors.
