69-Year-Old Climber Resuscitated After 70-Foot Fall in Colorado State Park

A 69-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries after falling approximately 70 feet while rock climbing the Chockstone route in Eldorado Canyon State Park, Colorado. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, and the climber was initially unconscious and without a pulse, but bystanders and rescuers administered CPR, successfully restoring his pulse. Multiple agencies, including Eldorado Canyon State Park employees, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue Group, and Mountain View Fire Protection District, collaborated to provide medical care and carefully evacuate the climber over rugged terrain. The rescue operation took about two hours before the man was transported to a local hospital for further treatment. The coordinated response highlights the importance of preparedness and cooperation among emergency services in handling severe accidents in challenging outdoor environments. The climber's current condition remains undisclosed.