Bear attack injures two hikers in Yellowstone National Park
Two hikers were injured in a bear attack on a popular hiking trail near Yellowstone National Park's Old Faithful geyser
www.independent.co.ukHere’s the latest available from reliable outlets:
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A Sept 2025 incident near Turbid Lake in the Pelican Valley area involved a hiker who was injured in an encounter with a bear, with officials noting it may have been a grizzly. The trail was closed as investigations continued.[1][2][3]
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Reports from late 2025 through May 2026 indicate ongoing concerns about bear encounters in Yellowstone, including trail closures and investigations to determine species and circumstances.[2][5][10]
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A more recent event in May 2026 indicated multiple hikers were attacked by bears in Yellowstone, prompting trail advisories and heightened park responses. Details were developing at the time of reporting.[8][10]
If you’d like, I can pull fresh updates from specific outlets or summarize official National Park Service advisories for the exact trails near Buffalo/Niagara region-wide, or I can search for the latest permanent closure statuses and reopening timelines. I can also provide a quick timeline of notable Yellowstone bear incidents for context. Would you like me to narrow to a particular trail or date range?[3][1][2]