Hiker details horrifying grizzly attack in Glacier National Park
A hiker named Daniel Crago experienced a terrifying grizzly bear attack while hiking in Glacier National Park. The bear bit his arm and dragged him before fleeing, resulting in serious injuries that required multiple surgeries. The incident highlights the dangers of wildlife encounters in national parks, especially following a recent fatal bear attack in the same area.
- ▪Daniel Crago was hiking on the Grinnell Glacier trail when he encountered a grizzly bear.
- ▪The bear charged at him, biting his arm and dragging him approximately 20-30 feet.
- ▪Crago sustained non-life-threatening injuries and required airlifting to a hospital for treatment.
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Metro Hiker details horrifying grizzly attack in Glacier National Park By Katie Jerkovich Published June 5, 2026, 4:50 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google A hiker on a trip to Montana miraculously escaped a terrifying encounter with a grizzly bear that bit his arm and dragged him before finally running off. Daniel Crago’s shared frightening details of his trip last week to Glacier National Park on May 28, when he was on a hike with his friend along the popular Grinnell Glacier trail. The 32-year-old said he followed two hikers to the end of the trail to take some photos while his friend stayed back when he noticed a small grizzly bear.
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