Gofundme launched to raise funds for search
A friend and colleague of Hayden Klemenok has launched a Gofundme to help cover the costs of the search for the missing hiker.
The fundraiser hopes to raise cash for rangers to find the missing SDSU graduate and has already surpassed its $20,000 goal.
A message accompanying the Gofundme reads: "Hayden has gone missing at Yosemite National Park on Sunday 7/2 at approximately 2pm.
"Hayden was last seen backpacking with a group at the Upper Chilnualna Falls on 7/2. At approximately 2pm he entered Chilnualna Creek and his whereabouts have been unknown since.
"The efforts of law enforcement, the national park rangers, and Yosemite Search and Rescue Team are greatly appreciated however the outcome of Haydens whereabouts are presumed devastating.
"Michelle and family are currently taking time off work to look for Hayden.
"This go fund me is meant to help ease the pain of the costs of all the expenses and struggles they are currently facing.
"Hayden is a truly extraordinary young man who just recently graduated from SDSU with such a bright future ahead of him.
"We are all praying for a positive outcome."
Yosemite is the 'second deadliest national park' in America
Yosemite National Park is reportedly one of the deadliest hiking spots in all of the United States.
A freedom of information request by Outforia showed Yosemite is the second-deadliest national park in the United States.
A total of 126 deaths were recorded from 2010 to 2020.
Only the Grand Canyon had more, Outforia reports.
What are Yosemite National Park's hours?
Yosemite National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
However, the Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station is only open during the day, and some roads close around November through June due to snow, according to the park's website.
What do visitors do in Yosemite National Park?
Those who visit Yosemite often go for nature, so the National Park Service has implemented several activities for travelers.
Some of the most popular ones include:
In Yosemite Village, there are also shops, restaurants, lodging, the Yosemite Museum, and the Ansel Adams Gallery.
A full list of activities can be found here.
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