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Alex Foxfield

Missing Yosemite hikers found safe after two days

Missing Yosemite hikers found safe: Ostrander Lake.

Two hikers exploring Yosemite National Park reported missing last weekend were found safe and alive by rescue services, two days after setting out on a walk.

Miguel Delgado, 63, and Ana Rodarte, 40, had left the Bridalveil Creek Campground and were reportedly bound for Ostrander Lake, a hike which should take around 6-7 hours as an out-and-back. However, when they failed to return, the pair were declared overdue.

A statement from the National Park said that "Through the diligent efforts of Yosemite Search and Rescue (YOSAR) cooperators from CalOES, and CHP, the missing hikers have been found and will soon reunite with family."

It's not clear at this time exactly what went wrong, or whether the hikers suffered any injuries.

Ostrander Lake hike

By no means one of the easier hikes in Yosemite, the route to Ostrander Lake is popular, particularly with cross-country skiers in winter. The hike is listed as 'strenuous' on the Yosemite National Park website and an out-and-back entails around 500 meters of elevation gain. The beautiful lake is the main source of Bridalveil Creek, which feeds the iconic Bridalveil Fall, an iconic 188-meter cascade and one of the best waterfalls in Yosemite.

Safety tips

Yosemite National Park is on many hikers' bucket lists but as with all wilderness regions, there are dangers when hiking there. Here are some tips to ensure that you stay safe on the trails:

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