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Washington Hiker Killed At Smith Rock

TERREBONNE, OR -- A 23-year-old hiker from Vancouver, Washington died at Smith Rock State Park, Tuesday night. Deschutes County 911 received a report just before 7 p.m. that a hiker had fallen about 250 feet, near Picnic Lunch Wall.

 

Park Rangers, fire crews and Search and Rescue teams responded and found Sebastian Baker at the base of the wall. The Sheriff’s Office says Baker was hiking alone and the cause of the fall appears accidental, although it remains under investigation.

 

Detectives are looking for anyone who may have seen Baker during his hike or witnessed the incident. Witnesses are asked to call DCSO Det. Patterson at 541-693-5911.

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