Hiking canyons can be dangerous when storms hit – what you need to know to stay safe

After the deadly Grand Canyon flood, a geologist and avid hiker explains what nature lovers need to prepare and watch for to stay safe.

By: Anner Paldor, University of Tennessee, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: September 3, 2026

Words: 1,072

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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By Anner Paldor, University of Tennessee

Hiking a picturesque valley or climbing a craggy gorge are some of the most exhilarating experiences in nature. As a geologist, I have hiked and climbed some of the most intense terrains in the world, including in the Andes, Middle Eastern deserts, the Balkans and the Appalachians.

I am particularly drawn to canyons that provide beautiful windows into the rock record and the geologic history of a place. However, …

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