Backcountry Rescue

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

On June 22nd, 2025 Golden Fire Department and Stadium Medical responded to backcountry rescue near Tunnel # 2 in Clear Creek Canyon. Jeffcom 911 advised two hikers were stuck down by the water and unable to get back up the hill or cross the creek. Due to the complexity of the incident, a swift water response was requested from Arvada Fire Protection District. Four crew members were outfitted in swift water equipment, made contact with the 2 parties, and additional members were able to assist the two parties through a narrow and shallow part of clear creek and up the side of a hill to safety. Both parties were evaluated by Medic 21 personnel. No injuries were found. Information provided by Golden Fire Department

Units on Scene:

Golden: Battalion 21, Rescue 21 & Truck 24

Stadium Medical: Medic 21

Arvada Fire Protection District: Battalion 53, Rescue 52 & Raft 52

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Jefferson County Open Space Rangers & Alpine Rescue Team

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department

Photo courtesy of Golden Fire Department