02-05-2016 23:53 via alaskapublic.org

Hiker dies after fall in Denali National Park

Seachers discovered the remains of Michael Purdy, 24, near Savage River Loop Trail in Denali National Park. (Photo via NPS press release)A hiker died last week in Denali National Park.
Searchers discovered the remains of 24-year-old Michael Purdy Sunday near the north end of Savage River Loop Trail.
According to a National Park Service press release, Purdy had diverted from the trail onto higher terrain, when he fell, suffering a fatal head injury.
It’s believed the fall occurred Tuesday o
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