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Hiker Found Dead After Teton Trail Disappearance
1 Aug
Summary
- An Australian hiker was discovered deceased in Wyoming's Teton mountains.
- The hiker disappeared while attempting a challenging thru-hike.
- Investigators believe a fatal fall was the likely cause of death.
A 28-year-old Australian hiker, William Standish, was found deceased on Wednesday morning in Wyoming's Teton mountain range. He had been attempting a thru-hike of the Continental Divide Trail between Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Standish lost contact with his family on July 23, 2026, after which a search was initiated by Teton County rescue crews.
Evidence indicates Standish may have fallen from a steep ridgeline. His body was discovered by a helicopter team after they spotted his orange backpack below the ridge. The 3,100-mile Continental Divide Trail passes through five U.S. states, and Standish had begun his trek from Canada. This incident follows other recent hiking-related fatalities across North America.
