#  @outdoordisasters Outdoor Disasters Outdoor Disasters posts on YouTube about wrong, in the, rescue, disaster the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-----] [#](/creator/youtube::UCsrtvSjgVg8QgRJzysB55xA/interactions)  - [--] Week [------] -47% - [--] Month [-------] -28% - [--] Months [---------] -26% - [--] Year [---------] +78% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCsrtvSjgVg8QgRJzysB55xA/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] -4% - [--] Month [--] +71% - [--] Months [--] +3.30% - [--] Year [---] +102% ### Followers: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCsrtvSjgVg8QgRJzysB55xA/followers)  - [--] Week [-------] +0.76% - [--] Month [-------] +0.76% - [--] Months [-------] +5.60% - [--] Year [-------] +19% ### CreatorRank: [---------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCsrtvSjgVg8QgRJzysB55xA/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [ncaa football](/list/ncaa-football) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) [gaming](/list/gaming) [stocks](/list/stocks) **Social topic influence** [wrong](/topic/wrong), [in the](/topic/in-the), [rescue](/topic/rescue) #3006, [disaster](/topic/disaster), [hiking](/topic/hiking) #641, [adventure](/topic/adventure), [solo](/topic/solo), [fatal](/topic/fatal), [trip](/topic/trip), [odds](/topic/odds) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@yahoocom](/creator/undefined) [@gmailcom](/creator/undefined) [@yahoocomv](/creator/undefined) [@sunjoylife](/creator/undefined) [@uc1j6vzj34mqxvsdacwa3ta](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Stranded on a Mountain Road in a Blizzard A Perilous Fight for Life in the Cascades On November [--] [----] 37-year-old Daryl Jane set out from Bainbridge Island toward Trout Lake Washington driving his trusty Jeep Cherokee into the Cascades. The plan was simple: a night with friends a drum circle and back home in time for the Seahawks game. But winter had other ideas. Choosing the direct route along the infamous NF-23 road Jane drove straight into a mounting snowstorm. The forest grew white and silent the road vanished and soon his Jeep was stuck fastsnow piling higher cell service gone and no" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Lo3487YFbjs) 2025-09-14T15:00Z 133K followers, 76.1K engagements "Deadly Mt. Hood Hike Disastrous Storm Strikes During High School Trip About an hour before midnight on Mothers Day in [----] a group of teenagers assembled at an Episcopal high school in Portland Oregon to embark on an expedition. Their goal was to summit Mount Hood completing an adventure program that was required for all sophomores. Fifteen boys and girls one mother one priest one administrator two guides. Twenty people in all would attempt the climb initially. On that night in May the group left Timberline at around [--] A.M. and were met with temperatures that were comfortably above freezing." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1Nyq0koG7wc) 2024-01-27T18:27Z 133K followers, 122.5K engagements "Bad Decision.Dire Consequence Stranded in Death Valley in Summer In August of [----] Alicia and Carlos Sanchez embarked on a camping trip to Death Valley. Using her GPS it guided her down a rough gravel path that wound through the southern edge of Death Valley. Then a hidden hole in the road trapped their Jeep. They were stranded with temperatures already nearing [---] degrees. And there was no cell signal. What started as a fun mother and son trip was teetering on catastrophe. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Alicia and Carlos's Trip to Death Valley 5:32 Stranded 9:25 Dire Straits 12:14 Found 15:06 Final" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4gMwwR0_Ofw) 2025-04-11T15:00Z 133K followers, 165.3K engagements "The Boat Left Them Stranded at Sea in Komodo National Park James Manning and Charlotte Allin signed up for a week-long diving expedition in Komodo National Park. After resurfacing they peer around for the dive boat. When they see the boat return they shout and blow their whistles but the boat doesn't seem to notice them. An hour later the divers are shocked into silent horror as the boat speeds away leaving them in the middle of the ocean. The group has been abandoned as the dive boat vanishes over the horizon leaving this in one of the most dire survival situations one can be in. 0:00" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v35vRVGYmIw) 2024-06-30T15:00Z 133K followers, 269.3K engagements "Led Astray by GPS Family Lost in Death Valley in Summer In July [----] Donna and Gina Cooper and Jenny Leung visited Scottys Castle in Death Valley National Park. As they left the parking lot of the castle Donna saw a sign for Racetrack Playa a place she always wanted to visit. With her GPS device she plugged in the destination. But Death Valley has a way to play tricks on you especially if you rely on GPS. And today it was leading them into a death trap. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 The Trip to Scotty's Castle 3:17 Wrong Turn 10:08 Lost 14:02 Death Valley Desert Oasis 20:54 Found 22:31 Aftermath" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mglsc76xgOw) 2025-03-07T16:12Z 133K followers, 272.6K engagements "When Endurance Fails in The Grand Canyon Triple-Digit Heat Turned a Run into Hell In the summer of [----] Margaret Bradley and a running partner set out on a 27-mile run through the Grand Canyon confident that speed and endurance would carry them. As they dropped below the rim the canyon floor climbed to triple-digit temperatures and brought very little water. Before long dehydration set in and her partner collapsed unable to continue. Margaret made a desperate choice to run ahead for help. But one mistake during her run for help would be a catastrophic decision. 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Margaret" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xMzFFbVIT-g) 2026-02-01T16:01Z 133K followers, 40.6K engagements "The Fall of the Brazilian Backpacker The Juliana Marins Story Juliana Marins a vibrant 26-year-old Brazilian backpacker embarked on an epic solo travel trip across Southeast Asia. On June [--] [----] Juliana joined a tour group ascending Mount Rinjani Indonesias secondhighest active volcano. On the second day of the climb fatigue sets in and she pauses to rest separating herself from her companions. In the grip of dense fog and unstable terrain Juliana slipped [----] ft down the crater rim. A drone later captures her perched hundreds of meters below the main trailalive signaling for help. Rescue" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1ngbPqf1KTA) 2025-07-06T15:00Z 133K followers, 80.9K engagements "BASE Jump Gone Wrong In Yosemite Few people in the 21st century have embodied the free-spirited and counter-cultural roots of rock climbing like Dean Potter. This six-foot-five 180-pound larger-than-life character was considered to be the most influential climber of his generation. In May [----] while in his beloved Yosemite Dean Potter had an incident while Base jumping would shake the extreme sports world to its core. Merch now available https://outdoordiasters.creator-spring.com/ If you haven't yet please subscribe by clicking here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=262_H90S16A) 2024-03-26T16:00Z 130K followers, 129.1K engagements "Beauty Struggle & Tragedy National Parks Disasters Marathon [--] There is deep joy in our national parks the kind that settles into you and stays. Glacier National Park Kings Canyon Canyonlands Grand Teton North Cascades and White Sands National Park are just some that invite you to walk slowly to look up more than you look ahead to remember that beauty still exists without needing to be owned or improved. But the same canyon that steals your breath will take your footing. The same river that sings in spring will pin you underwater in summer. The desert that glows at sunset will kill you by noon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2HgeExgGkSU) 2026-01-22T16:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Can the BLUETTI APEX [---] Save This Festival Disaster Take advantage of the Black Friday Deals and get yourself the monster of a Power Station Link below: Apex [---] link: https://reurl.cc/8bpYGy Hashtags: #BLUETTI #Apex300 #rv #camping #homebackup #portablepowerstation Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AtUjVriopwo) 2025-11-24T19:30Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Trapped Alone and Out of Time GPS Leads Couple Stranded in the Nevada Mountains Ronnie and Beverly Barker an elderly couple from Indiana set out on a cross-country road trip in their RV from Indiana to Oregon then to Arizonaa journey theyve taken many times before. But this time one wrong turn guided by GPS sends them deep into the Nevada wilderness. Stranded miles from help they face an ordeal that would put their lives at risk. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Ronnie & Beverly's RV Trip Across America 4:12 Wrong Turn 10:41 Trapped 16:11 Where's Ronnie & Beverly 17:23 Tragedy 25:43 Rescue 32:49" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DAWW3tMGPgc) 2025-12-05T16:00Z 133K followers, 55K engagements "Raining Boulders on the Mountain Rockfall Horror on Kilimanjaro Scott Dinsmore founder of Live Your Legend a movement to help people build lives around work they love gained notoriety after his TEDx talk How to Find and Do Work You Love caught fire. In [----] Scott and his wife Chelsea set out to see the world with one of the stops Kilimanjaro in Tanzania Africa. While climbing up the mountain disaster strikes by rockfall changing the Dinsmore's lives forever. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Scott Dinsmore and Live Your Legend 2:37 Climbing Kilimanjaro 5:28 Disaster on the Mountain 13:54 Lasting Legacy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IOIHYRzS5hE) 2025-02-23T16:00Z 112K followers, 14.9K engagements "Trail of Fears Lost and Not Found on the Appalachian Trail Geraldine "Gerry" Largay trail name "Inchworm" embarked on an ambitious Appalachian Trail thru-hike in [----]. When her hiking partner had to abruptly leave the hike she now embarked on the trail alone. Now in Maine when Gerry had to go off trail to relieve herself she got turned around and could not find the trail. This began a horrific ordeal of being lost in the wilderness with no way out. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Gerry Largay's Thru-Hike Begins 5:50 The Appalachian Trail Adventure 10:01 Alone on the Trail 15:42 The Disaster Begins" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IoyWDCr9IyM) 2025-02-16T16:00Z 112K followers, 15.5K engagements "Running into a Nightmare Ultramarathoner Lost in North Cascades National Park What was meant to be a quick trail run in the rugged North Cascades turned into a fight for survival. On July [--] [----] 39-year-old ultrarunner Robert Schock set out from the Hannegan Pass trailhead with only his dog minimal gear and the confidence that he'd be back by dusk. But shifting weather vanishing trails and the unforgiving terrain pushed him deep into one of the most remote wilderness areas in the United States. As darkness fell and days passed hunger set in landmarks disappeared and even his loyal dog would" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JGpu89FgIT4) 2025-11-25T16:00Z 133K followers, 41.7K engagements "The Aipas C2 E-Bike Review If you're interested in this bike and would like a discount on your purchase click on the following link or use the promo code OUTDOORDISASTER. You'll be helping this channel out with the purchase. Thanks https://aipasbike.com/ref=pwnqccca Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KR7eHUWx9hk) 2025-02-07T00:32Z 132K followers, [----] engagements "The Desert That Turned Against Them A Hike to Remember for All the Wrong Reasons in Big Bend In October [----] journalist Cathy Frye and her Husband Rick McFarland set out for what was supposed to be a simple desert hike through Big Bend Ranch State Park in West Texas. But when the trail vanished and the heat rose their trip turned into a desperate fight for survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 Rick and Cathy's Anniversary Hike Begins 6:32 Getting Lost on the Trail 12:43 Trying to Survive 21:19 Leaving 32:37 The Search for Cathy 37:23 Found 41:39 The Aftermath 44:30 Conclusion Music by Scott" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Lf2mRpx1COE) 2025-10-19T15:00Z 129K followers, 46.4K engagements "Fear and Loathing on Denali Climbers Terrifying Ordeal In [----] the [--] member Densan party from Great Britain arrived at Kahiltna base camp ready to climb Denali. On May [--] the trio began their summit bid. As they cross the football field the wind intensifies and the temperature drops to around minus 50C with winds howling at about [--] miles per hour. The harsh conditions take a toll on everyone with hypothermia and frostbite festering in the group. With the summit in reach the team is forced to find shelter in a crevasse with the summit bid in jeopardy. 0:00 Introduction 0:51 Denali (Formerly" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mpa1K5pqJDk) 2024-08-25T15:00Z 130K followers, 80.7K engagements "Hellish Hike in Grand Canyon Scout Trek Descends into Disaster Amidst 110+ Degree Heatwave #Disaster #NationalPark #Survival #WildernessSurvival The Grand Canyon is a massive geological formation located in the state of Arizona United States. It is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the world and draws millions of visitors each year. In June of [----] a group of Boy Scouts and their leaders faced a daunting challenge on one of the Grand Canyon's toughest trails. Five teenage boys and [--] scout leaders embarked on a journey through the Grand Canyon. Unbeknownst to them a freak heat wave" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QCWvn5K0_a4) 2023-08-27T15:00Z 130K followers, 116.8K engagements "Stranded Climber Stuck on Mt Hood Mary Grimm-Owen's Desperate Attempt to Survive Mary Grimm an avid hiker and mountain climber decided to climb Mt. Hood. When Marry got to Mt. Hood on a Saturday evening in March [----] she arrived in the Timberline Lodge parking lot tired fell asleep and awoke late at 10am. Mary Grimm was very under-equipped and she knew it. She was starting her ascent hours late and climbing alone having told no one of her plans. The risks Mary was taking were adding up dangerously. She ignored weather warnings and was woefully under-equipped. She hadnt been climbing for the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RcplnxpizR4) 2023-04-24T16:00Z 132K followers, 82.6K engagements "Shipwrecked in the Sea of Cortez Survival Turns to Desperation Three men set out on what was supposed to be a routine fishing trip in the Sea of Cortez. But when a sudden storm stranded them on a desolate island their fight for survival turned into a brutal test of endurance friendship and the will to live. With no radio no rescue in sight and the island slowly breaking them down only two would make it back. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Lorenzo and Joe's Deep Sea Trip 5:04 Shipwrecked 15:27 Trek for Rescue 21:05 Tragedy & Rescue 26:21 Aftermath 33:03 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VnDLvC9jHDU) 2025-11-01T15:01Z 133K followers, 20.8K engagements "Naya Rivera's Lake Piru Tragedy Naya Rivera is a woman of many talents and a bright star in the entertainment world. Her journey to stardom was marked by determination resilience and a passion for her craft. Naya's breakthrough came when she landed the role of Santana Lopez on the hit TV series "Glee." Naya's singing ability and acting prowess shone through earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. She became a loving mother to her son Josey whom she adored and cherished. On July [--] [----] she and her young son embarked on a boating trip to Lake Piru in California. A mother-son" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xb8_hFVAed4) 2024-05-02T16:30Z 130K followers, 19.7K engagements "Joshua Tree Claims Another Overconfident Hiker The Final Hike of Bill Ewasko In June [----] 65-year-old psychologist and hiker Bill Ewasko vanished inside Joshua Tree National Park. Searchers scoured the desert for weeks finding only his car and one faint cell phone ping miles away. For twelve years his disappearance haunted rescuers spawning one of the most mysterious cases in the parks history. When his remains were finally found the truth of what happened revealed a story far more haunting than anyone imagined. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Bill Ewasko Disappears in Joshua Tree 4:02 The Search for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cxIzvK0aHy0) 2025-10-25T15:01Z 133K followers, 93K engagements "John Muir Trail Expedition in the Sierras Turns Disastrous Survival on Mt Whitney During a Storm What began as a dream expedition along the John Muir Trail turned into a nightmare atop the lower 48's highest peak. After skiing over [---] miles through the Sierra Nevada Jean Muenchrath and her boyfriend Ken reached the summit of Mount Whitneyjust as a brutal storm closed in. In a desperate bid to outrun the storm they chose to descend the mountains treacherous north face. It was a decision that would unravel into catastrophe plunging them into an ordeal that would push them to the very brink of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hlSzOUr6j68) 2025-11-08T16:01Z 130K followers, 26.1K engagements "They Ignored the Road Closure Off-Roading Gone Wrong in the Sierra Nevada Mountains In November [----] Paula Lane and her boyfriend Rod Clifton set out on what should have been a simple drive home through the Sierra Nevada. But one wrong decision to off-road down a snowed in familiar mountain road plunged them into a violent winter storm and a fight for survival they never saw coming. Stranded help nowhere around Paula and Rod was forced to confront the limits of their endurance. What happened would become one of the most astonishing survival stories in the Sierras history. 0:00 Introduction" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kW9kbpczkhg) 2025-12-21T16:01Z 133K followers, 92.3K engagements "Canyoneers in Peril During Flash Flood in Zion National Park On the afternoon of Monday September [--] [----] southwestern Utah received heavy rain. Storms arrived between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m and dropped [----] in Zion National Park causing flash floods including in a small canyon called Keyhole Canyon. Park rangers received a report of a group of seven people canyoneering in Keyhole Canyon that had not returned to their car Monday evening. A search began Tuesday morning. As the search continued for the missing hikers high water levels and continued rain showers posed further flash flooding concerns." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o15lwrC4000) 2023-10-31T16:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements "The Final Hike of an Instagram Influencer The Arizona Desert Trek That Turned Deadly When 31-year-old Instagram influencer Hannah Moody set out for a solo hike in the Arizona desert she was full of life faith and purpose. An exotic dancer turned bodybuilder turned spiritual guide Hannah believed the trail was where she found God. But what began as a simple morning hike would unravel into something no one expected. 0:00 Introduction 0:37 Hannah Moody and Her Faith Journey 4:35 The Deadly Hike on the Gateway Trail 8:25 The Search For Hannah 10:15 Found 11:58 The Aftermath & Hannah Moody's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pFqiJcJItuI) 2025-07-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 83.4K engagements "A Family Hike Goes Horribly Wrong The White Sands French Disaster The Steiners were a quiet hardworking family from a small town in France. In [----] they set out on a five-week road trip across the American West. They chased beauty through Yellowstone Utah and New Mexico. Then they arrived at White Sands. And thats where everything changed. What happened next would tear their world apart 0:00 Introduction 0:49 The Steiner's Trip Through the American West 3:27 The White Sand National Park Hike 9:09 The Hike Goes Horribly Wrong 13:45 The Search for the Steiners 16:23 The Aftermath 19:58" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qhaZOdQ1wog) 2025-06-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 274.1K engagements "Sliding Down a Mountain Gone Wrong YouTuber's Hiking Disaster on Mt. Whitney At [--] Joseph Brambila set out to conquer Mount Whitneya peak that had become his personal obsession. A self-taught hiker from southeast Los Angeles with no fancy gear or formal training Joseph turned to the mountains for peace solitude and faith. He shared his journey on YouTube as Jobrm posting honest unfiltered videos of trial error and determination. But on that July day in [----] ambition overruled caution. Whitney had humbled him beforebut this time would be different. And somewhere high on its unforgiving slopes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r03RrX5HD6Q) 2026-01-11T16:01Z 133K followers, 28.8K engagements "A GPS Mess A Family Stranded in the Grand Canyon Wilderness In late December [----] Eric Karen and their son Izzy Klein decided to take a trip to Las Vegas. To make the most of their time out west they decided to hit the road and visit Zion Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon. After visiting Bryce they made their way to the north rim of the Grand Canyon but GPS threw them a curve. The main road to the north rim was closed so the navigation system redirected them onto a smaller less-traveled route. As they drove down the road Kleins trip began to take a different turn and the road turned rough and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6UoVWjqZZgE) 2024-11-09T16:00Z 133K followers, 288.3K engagements "Stranded in the Valley of Death Death Valley National Park Disasters Marathon Under the Death Valley sun the line between adventure and oblivion is thin. People come for the thrill for the photos for the illusion that they'll be fine. The GPS tells you a shortcut and you believe it. You drive down a lonely dirt road miles from pavement from help from mercy. The air grows hotter the tires sink deeper and your mind starts to betray you. Out here technology is useless. Batteries die maps lie and the silence is absolute. 0:00 Introduction 1:36 A Couple Stranded in the Desert 15:07 Stranded in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ILGc12wJ_Xc) 2025-10-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 19.6K engagements "The Deadly Half Dome Cave Hikers Caught in Yosemite Lightning Storm Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers to climb to the top. On September [--] [----] Jordan Dean Josh Van Dyke Jordan Swendener a couple of other friends set off for a typical hike on the trail to Half Dome one of the most popular hikes in America. The day started off clear. The group checked the weather before they set out for a hike and Jordan Dean remembers seeing a low probability of rain Thursday morning as they set out to summit Half Dome. At the base of the cables theres an infamous warning sign" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OU7GXUDwY28) 2023-11-08T20:27Z 133K followers, 71.1K engagements "The Fall Near Angels Landing Hike Gone Horribly Wrong in Zion National Park On a cold winter day in [----] Corbin McMillen left his home in St. George and drove toward Zion National Park drawn back to one of the most dangerous hikes in the world: Angels Landing. When Corbin didnt return home that night concern quickly turned into alarm. By morning his car still sat at the trailhead untouched. Search teams were called in and attention focused on the cliffs high above Zion Canyon. This is the story of a man a dangerous hike and a moment when everything went wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Corbin's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VXwmUrSpDGM) 2026-01-03T16:00Z 133K followers, 34.6K engagements "Vanished in the White Mountains A Chilling Hike Through Arctic Winds on Franconia Ridge Emily Sotelo a driven compassionate and fiercely determined 19-year-old was an avid hiker. With only a few peaks left to complete her goal of summiting all [--] of New Hampshires 4000-footers she set out alone on a November morning in [----] chasing one final victory before her 20th birthday. As the weather closed in and hours passed with no word hope turned to urgency. What happened next would spark a massive search effort and leave behind a story no one would forget. 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Emily Sotelo's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xyq1NSu_IRQ) 2025-12-13T16:01Z 133K followers, 69.3K engagements "Man Voluntarily Disappeared Into the Outback Surviving Australian Desert with Almost Nothing Robert Bogucki an American firefighter from Alaska set out on what he believed would be a deeply spiritual journey into the Great Sandy Desert of Australia. A devout man he sought to test himself to find answers to push beyond human limits. He abandoned his bike early on and continued on foot believing that faith and resilience would carry him through. Days stretched into weeks and as time passed concern grew. Authorities launched a search but the vast emptiness swallowed their efforts. The Western" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-EgYHCJp75Y) 2025-04-04T15:00Z 133K followers, 34.3K engagements "Survival in the Alaskan Mountains Climbing Disaster Unfolds on Denali In the spring of [----] climbers Mike Helms and Bob Kandiko came upon two other climbers Jack Roberts and Simon McCartney in peril near the summit of Alaskas 20310-foot Denali. Over the next several days and in very difficult conditions Helms and Kandiko attempted to save the two climbers' lives. Helms and Kandiko were part of separate climbing teams on other peaks in Denali National Park and Preserve but a long stretch of bad weather forced the teams back into base camp and eventually most of their fellow climbers gave up" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-_yyjHnKTeg) 2023-05-01T15:55Z 99.2K followers, 99.5K engagements "War World II POWs Escape Prison Camp to Climb Mt Kenya The Incredible Story of Felice Benuzzi In the shadow of Mount Kenya surrounded by the forests and creatures of the savannah life drags interminably for the inmates of POW Camp [---] captured in Africa during World War II. Confined to an endless cycle of boredom and frustration one prisoner realizes he can bear it no longer. When the clouds covering Mount Kenya part one morning to reveal its towering peaks for the first time Felice Benuzzi is transfixed. The monotony of camp life is broken by the beginnings of a sudden idea--an outrageous" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0YaKTWzjp-g) 2023-07-09T15:03Z 115K followers, 11K engagements "He Left Everything Behind to Venture Into The Wild "Into the Wild" is the true story of Christopher McCandless a young man who embarks on a transformative journey into the Alaskan wilderness. Dissatisfied with modern society and its materialistic values Chris donates his savings cuts ties with his family and sets off on a solo adventure to find meaning and freedom. Throughout his travels Chris encounters various individuals who impact his journey including kind-hearted people who offer him help and guidance and others who challenge his beliefs. He experiences the beauty of nature the thrill" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0evOaY4UdDQ) 2023-09-19T17:04Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "The Climb That Cost Everything Teen Free Solo Climber Falls in Yosemite Grant Cline's obsession with climbing in Yosemite began as a child watching climbing videos idolizing the legends. This obsession would lead to an act of defiance. At [--] against his parents' wishes he ran away to dirtbag in Yosemite. What started as a dream summer in Yosemite would turn into something far more tragic. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Grant Cline's Yosemite Obsession 3:44 Dirtbagging in Yosemite 7:54 The Return to Yosemite & Free Solo Fascination 13:44 The Fall 19:21 The Aftermath 22:32 Conclusion Join the Outdoor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0iM0da-Ysbk) 2025-08-10T15:00Z 128K followers, 135.9K engagements "In the Path of a Huge Falling Rock Vanlife Turned Perilous Kevin DePaolo arrived in Bishop California after three years on the road living out of his van. December [--] [----] DePaolo and his friend met up to go rock hunting in the Inyo Mountains near the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada. During the hunt a rock shifted and the boulder rolled and crashed into DePaolo pinning his leg and pelvis under its weight. What was supposed to be a relaxing day of mineral hunting with a friend in the rugged backcountry became a nightmarish fight for survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Kevin Goes Rock Hunting" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0yMbz95S5Dg) 2024-11-24T16:00Z 103K followers, 11.4K engagements "The World Held It's Breath Children Trapped in a Cave in Thailand In June [----] the world held its breath for [--] days as a group of elite cave divers risked everything to rescue [--] boys known to the world as the Thai Cave Boys and their coach from underwater caverns in Northern Thailand. The boys all members of a soccer team The Wild Boars had gone into a long winding underground of the Tham Luang Cave with their coach to celebrate one of the boy's birthdays. But it was just before the four-month monsoon season and while they were in the cave it started to downpour outside. Rainwater rushed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1-ksxOKnBBo) 2024-09-05T14:58Z 95.9K followers, [----] engagements "Hellish Hike on Mt San Jacinto's Skyline Trail Extreme Heat Puts Hiker in Peril In July [----] while consulting in Palm Springs Robert Liebler and his colleague set their sights on the Skyline Traila punishing 10000-foot climb up Mount San Jacinto. No water. No shade. Just dust heat and rock. At [--] a.m. they began their ascent under a sky still stitched with stars. But by sunrise the temperature was already soaring. The trail offered no mercy as his energy drained. And somewhere on that mountain something would go terribly wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Bob Liebler's Hike on Mt San Jacinto Begins" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1-sPmyfvANM) 2025-07-12T22:33Z 133K followers, 44.7K engagements "Couple Falls Off a Cliff in Yosemite On October [--] [----] Meenakshi Moorthy and Vishnu Viswanath made their way to Yosemite's Taft Point where they planned to take a photo for their Instagram and blog page. They found the perfect spot one that offered an unobstructed view of the vast Yosemite Valley. Despite being fully aware of the risks of taking photos in dangerous places the couple continued to test boundaries in pursuit of the perfect photo. It would ultimately pay the price for using the limits. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega"" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=178NkWPULh0) 2025-07-31T23:49Z 125K followers, [----] engagements "Trapped in a Whiteout Nightmare The Cairngorm Plateau Disaster In November [----] a group of [--] students and their three adult leaders set out on a winter navigation exercise in the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland. The students all teenagers from Ainslie Park School in Edinburgh were part of an outdoor group led by Ben Beattie a qualified mountaineering instructor and Catherine Davidson. Their goal was to traverse the Cairngorm Plateau and reach the Curran Bothy a small shelter where they planned to stay overnight. The group set off from Glenmore Lodge with weather conditions already" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1klJhQxOn-s) 2025-03-14T15:00Z 115K followers, 22K engagements "Fighting for His Life in Yosemite Injured Hiker Crawls for Survival On October [--] [----] Michael Kalantarian took two days off from his job at the Curry Company in Yosemite Valley to tackle Mt. Clark alone. As he reached an impassable section of the mountain he decided on another route. As he reached for what appeared to be a solid handhold his foot slipped and he fell [--] feet and was too injured to walk out. This would be the beginning of a harrowing ordeal for survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:38 Off to Climb Mt. Clark 3:44 The Fall 5:04 The Crawl for Survival 11:50 The Search for Michael 15:45" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1v3ikoJQCgU) 2024-12-28T16:22Z 108K followers, 20.8K engagements "From Elation to Tragedy Friend's Ski Trip Takes a Deadly Turn On December [--] [----] Sam Kavanagh went on a ski trip with a group of long-time friends. The friends decided to ski virgin powder on Nemesis Mountain in Montana an extremely remote location notorious for avalanches. As they continued their quest for the perfect run a massive wall of snow weighing thousands of tons rapidly descended towards them which would change all of their lives. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 The Boy's Ski Trip Begins 3:10 Avalanche 8:00 The Rush to Save Sam Kavanagh 16:45 Rescue & Aftermath 21:05 Conclusion Get 2" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2LyJKcR4cVU) 2024-11-21T16:00Z 102K followers, 24.8K engagements "The Road That Took Everything The Fatal Trail of the Toyota World Runners For Matthew Yeoman and Stacey Tourout the couple behind the YouTube channel Toyota World Runners adventure was a way of life. From the forests of Vancouver Island to the ends of the Pan-American Highway they built their dream rigSunday a one-of-a-kind 4x4 camperand shared their journey with the world. Their love their laughter and their grit turned them into unlikely YouTube stars inspiring thousands as they braved deserts jungles and high mountain passes. But the road they chased so fearlessly held dangers of its" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2gJjh_u2juA) 2025-08-24T15:00Z 133K followers, 232.9K engagements "Trapped in Canyonlands Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab On December [--] [----] Danelle Ballengee loaded Tazher wiry golden-red rescue dog into her truck with the plan to run on the Amasa Back Trail near Canyonlands National Park. They arrived at the trial and she and Taz started running with no idea of the disaster looming. Her feet slipped near a cliff and then she fell [--] feet below shattering her pelvis unable to walk. This was the start of an ordeal that would bring her to the brink of death. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3RClOmvTfsY) 2025-06-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.4K engagements "The M Cave Hike Ordeal Kenny Veach was no stranger to the unforgiving terrain of the Mojave Desert. During one of his hikes Kenny stumbled upon a cavern leaving him both intrigued and unnerved which would be called the M Cave. Kenny later shared his encounter with a cave resonating with otherworldly energy featuring an M-shaped entrance in the remote wilderness. This revelation would trigger a series of events that puzzled and captivated those who followed his story. To prove the existence of this cave Kenny Veach Ventured out into the mountains of the Mojave desert with his camera to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4Ctgstkr0wU) 2025-06-10T13:00Z 120K followers, [----] engagements "Dead Man Walking Left for Dead on Mt Everest To understand the story of Beck Weathers you must go back to the fateful events of May [----] during the ill-fated expedition on Mt Everest forever etched in infamy. In the spring of [----] Mt Everest braced itself for an influx of climbers from across the globe each harboring a fervent desire to conquer its formidable peak. Beck Weathers was poised at the base of Mount Everest unyielding in his readiness. Faced vision challenges at higher altitudes his guide refused to permit him to summit promising to accompany him on the descent. Unfortunately the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4TQka9s2ydA) 2024-02-02T19:30Z [--] followers, 37.8K engagements "Father & Son Rock Climbing Trip Takes Devastating Turn In Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Charlie Finlayson was just [--] and alone with his dad David deep in the backcountry. They were on a hiking trip in The Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness in Idaho USA when a boulder fell on David. The boulder about the size of a refrigerator broke loose and struck the 52-year-old sending him careening [--] feet down the mountain and knocking him unconscious. He suffered a broken back left arm and heel and a gash to his leg through to the bone. He was severely injured and his life was in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4VWBze6ohms) 2023-09-06T17:17Z 52.6K followers, [----] engagements "Lost and Lying in Zion The Bizarre Case of Zions Missing Woman Holly Courtier was traveling the country in a converted van and was visiting Zion National Park. She took a shuttle to the Grotto picnic area. Armed with a backpack filled with essentials she ventured into the heart of Zion. Holly found a secluded spot strung up her hammock between two sturdy trees in a vegetated area near the Virgin River and affixed it. But as she went to sit on it it swung back causing her to hit her head on a tree. Her sense of direction failed her and despite her best efforts she found herself lost in Zion's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4ZabD_5m_is) 2024-02-08T16:00Z 128K followers, 62.5K engagements "Jet Ski Daredevils Niagara Falls Fail The Disastrous Stunt by Robert Overacker For seven years Robert meticulously planned his most dangerous stunt yet: going over Niagara Falls. It wasnt just about the danger or the thrill; it was about making a statement. On October [--] [----] 39-year-old Robert Overacker ventured to Niagara Falls to attempt the audacious stunt. But this stunt wasn't just about personal glory or achievement. It was for a cause he believed desperately needed more attention and something as daring as going over Niagara Falls perfectly fit the bill. Although Robert Overacker" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5ptNcxg48-4) 2024-08-31T15:00Z 117K followers, 279.7K engagements "Surviving Joshua Tree with the BLUETTI Elite [---] V2 Purchase the Bluettie Elite [---] V2 at the link below. Use the code OUTDIS05 for 5% off all Bluetti products. Elite [---] V2 Product Linkhttps://bit.ly/4is0gUf Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6wrg-ycCZrU) 2025-03-25T19:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Dam of Death Rushing Rapids Catches Swimmers by Surprise In early February [----] Rachel De Jong proposed a brief detour for a swim at a scenic river spot near the Aratiatia Dam known for its natural rock pools and formations and the dam opening during which water dramatically rushes into the river. As Rachel de Jong and her friends made their way down the trail they heard the sirens around 11:40 a.m. but saw no signs warning them of the impending danger. The dam was scheduled to release water around noon. But within minutes the situation would take a dramatic as the Aratiatia Damn upstream had" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7l7wRCf6z38) 2024-04-28T15:00Z 77.1K followers, 58.3K engagements "The [----] Burning Man Mudpocalypse Burning Man is an annual event that takes place in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada USA. It is a unique and distinctive gathering known for emphasizing radical self-expression community art and temporary community building. Participants at Burning Man are encouraged to express themselves creatively and freely. This can involve creating art installations wearing elaborate costumes performing music or engaging in other forms of self-expression. Burning Man creates a temporary city in the desert known as Black Rock City which is built and dismantled by" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=80TPtEAyEgk) 2024-04-16T16:00Z 126K followers, [----] engagements "An Ordeal of Nightmares The Paria Pipeline Incident On February [--] [----] five professionally trained divers were working off the coast of Pointe--Pierre Trinidad and Tobago for Paria Fuel Trading Company which had contracted them to repair an out-of-service oil pipeline. The divers were assigned to a large underwater U-shaped pipe and had created a hyperbaric chamber to work and breathe normally while submerged. After entering the chamber they removed their diving gear and began their first task: removing an airtight plug designed to prevent oil from escaping the pipe. However the operation" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=90FbQBKmRlA) 2025-01-05T16:00Z 108K followers, [----] engagements "Tragedy Inside the Cave The Disaster at Ellison's Cave On February [--] [----] what was meant to be a thrilling weekend adventure into Ellisons Cave turned into a nightmare. Grant Lockenbach and Michael Pirie part of a group of young explorers from the University of Florida entered the darkness full of excitementbut underground even one mistake can be fatal. Deep beneath Pigeon Mountain they would face a test of survivaland before the day was over tragedy would strike. 0:00 Introduction 0:39 The Adventure to Ellison's Cave 7:02 The Disastrous Descent 12:36 The Rescue Attempt 18:16 The Life of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ABaBhAN9HuI) 2025-05-16T15:00Z 133K followers, 21.2K engagements "Mountain of Monumental Mistakes Bad Decisions in the Wilderness Marathon These stories are cautionary tales that remind you if you take the wilderness for granted you will make catastrophic bad decisions. And she'll prove to you to be the most unforgiving instructor you'll ever face. In the wilderness mistakes can lead to your demise. One poor decision whether its underestimating the terrain skipping vital gear or ignoring the signs nature gives you can set off a chain of events that spirals into disaster. 0:00 Introduction 1:12 Vacation Nightmare https://youtu.be/o3ksk_zo2rY 13:01 Kayaker" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AEC55fPcKVA) 2024-10-24T15:00Z 128K followers, 129.4K engagements "Climbers Face Avalanche Assault On April [--] [----] Jim Sweeney and Dave Nyman traveled to the Alaska Range and set their sights on climbing the Elevator Shaft on Mount Johnson. As Jim reached a snow bulge looking for a firm anchor by picking his ice ax at the snow he triggered an avalanche swept off the mountain and hit the mountain face violently while Dave held firm. Jim had a head injury and shattered his hip leaving Dave to attempt to save his friend as a barrage of avalanches assaulted the duo. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega"" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Bo2wzKbWmXo) 2025-08-22T16:31Z 126K followers, [----] engagements "Battling Winter After a Plane Crash in Alaska In [----] pilot Leon Crane and [--] other men flew over a desolate expanse of Alaska during what was meant to be a routine test flight. They were ascending toward [-----] feet when one of the engines malfunctioned and failed. Putting on his parachute he jumped from the plane. Crane touched down shouting out to his crewmates yields only silence. The fire and smoke were visible from [--] miles away. The last check-in with the base had been over an hour earlier and they had journeyed far beyond that position by the time of the crash. Neither he nor the Army" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C2Dq0L_jmX8) 2025-06-30T21:00Z 122K followers, [----] engagements "Compound Fracture in the Backcountry Disastrous Hike in Kings Canyon National Park Greg Hein set out on a solo hike to climb 13563-foot Mount Goddard in Kings Canyon National Park. Experienced confident and eager to reconnect with the Sierra Nevada after years away he left the trailhead at twilight ready for a three-day loop. But within twenty-four hours a single slip on loose rock would turn his adventure into a fight for survival testing everything he knew about the mountains and about himself. 0:00 Introduction 0:54 Gregg Hein's Mt Goaddard Hike 6:20 The Disastrous Descent 11:54 Survival" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DUEKWDXsYdQ) 2025-09-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 33.2K engagements "Hike Gone Wrong as Teen is Stranded by Deep Snow Glacier National Park a pristine jewel nestled in the heart of Montana's rugged wilderness. Matthew Reed [--] took a detour during his journey back home to Michigan for the summer break from college. He made a brief visit to his beloved national park along the way and informed his family that he was venturing into Glacier National Park for a day hike sharing that the weather was splendid. On Friday May 7th [----] Matthew set out from the Huckleberry Lookout Trailhead in the Apgar Mountains along the park's western boundary. As he ascended" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ec8sOqBqENU) 2024-04-30T16:00Z 99.6K followers, [----] engagements "A Life or Death Trek to Save His Brother A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon In November of [----] brothers Justin and Jermey set out for a canyoneering adventure in Southern Utah known as the Baptist Draw a popular technical canyoneering route. Everything was going fine until one descent Justin fell and severely broke his leg a life-threatening injury. Unable to carry him out and with temperatures below freezing Jeremy set out to get help. What was supposed to be a fairly straightforward trek back to the car Jeremy became lost. Time was running out for his brother. 0:00 Introduction 0:44" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FodzqyWpA08) 2025-05-02T15:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements "She Fell from the Sky and Walked Away The Miracle Girl Who Escaped Death in the Jungle Julianne Koepcke looked forward to the trip though airplanes made her uneasy. She and her mother Maria were heading to Pucallpa when a thunderstorm began. Lightning flashed outside the window when the airplane began to nosedive. And then there was a blinding flash when the plane broke apart. She was still strapped to her seat as she was plummeting toward the earth. Miraculously she survived but was in the middle of the Purvivan jungle injured and alone. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The Kopecke's Plane Ride 5:28" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GkIuMJvYFes) 2025-02-08T16:00Z 112K followers, 10.5K engagements "Stranded by Ice in Antarctica In August [----] Ernest Shackleton and his crew set sail aboard the Endurance embarking on the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Their goal was audaciousto achieve the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent. But after getting stuck on an ice shelf the expedition would take a disastrous turn as the crew was stranded in the most inhospitable environment on Earth. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega"" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Gql_DSZZt4c) 2025-08-06T20:00Z 125K followers, [----] engagements "Horror in a Boiling Hot Spring Dreadful Outing in Yellowstone In June [----] 23-year-old Colin Scott wandered off the boardwalk at Yellowstones Norris Geyser Basin drawn by the lure of a hidden hot spring. With his sister filming he bent down to test the water but in a place where the ground is as thin as glass and the pools reach near-boiling temperatures one wrong step can turn fatal. What happened next would become one of Yellowstones most haunting tragedies 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Colin and Sable Scott Head to Yellowstone 3:30 Yellowstone & Norris Geyser Basin 6:25 Horror in the Hot Spring" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H2ZGWqTG_T4) 2025-09-26T15:00Z 133K followers, 36K engagements "Camping Idiots with the BLUETTI AC200L #BLUETTI #AC200L #SolarGenerator #Amazon #PrimeDay #PrimeDay2025 BLUETTI Prime Day Mega Deal Lowest Price in [----] Dont miss your once-in-a-generation chance to save BIG on BLUETTI power stations. Amazon:https://amzn.to/3G0DepN Websitehttps://bit.ly/4n2numX Exclusive Code on Webiste:OUTDOOR05 Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HSmT0Gu7Xtw) 2025-06-17T16:30Z 133K followers, 11.1K engagements "True Crimes in America's National Parks Murder Mysteries and Disappearances Marathon Every year countless adventurers venture into the National Parks seeking peace challenge or escape. But some never return leaving behind only questions. In the following stories these people are pushed to the edge of human resilience and critical mistakes are made that end with catastrophic consequences. 0:00 Introduction 1:31 A Desert Tragedy https://youtu.be/MV4SQ9sg4mU 19:04 Lost and Wandering in Zion National Park https://youtu.be/4ZabD_5m_is 37:42 Trapped in a Desert Canyon at Carlsbad Caverns National" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HaBFrnc25sE) 2024-08-23T00:00Z 112K followers, 17.1K engagements "A Horrific Survival Situation Plane Crashes in Shark Infested Waters in the Atlantic On December [--] [----] 37-year-old Walter Wyatta former Vietnam War jet pilotclimbed into his twin-engine Beechcraft for a quick trip back home from Nassau to Miami. But overnight thieves had stripped his navigation system leaving him with only a compass and a handheld radio. Flying blind with no co-pilot and no GPS Wyatt pressed on. Then came the storm. The compass spun uselessly the clouds swallowed the sky and he realized he was lost. As the storm worsened and fuel drained away Wyatt's engines died one by one." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I3LaqfjGEuo) 2025-05-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 53.9K engagements "The Wrong Place at the Wrong Time Climbers Caught in Mt. Ruapehu Eruption On September [--] [----] William Pike and James Christie headed to Tongariro National Park to climb Mount Ruapehu in the North Island New Zealand. They planned to reach the Dome Shelter a small hut near the summit to rest and refuel before the final push. As they pushed for the summit unstable snow forced them to turn back the shelter to reach the summit later. As they rested Mount Ruapehu would erupt causing a lahar that rushed towards them unable to escape the coming disaster. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 William and James" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ILY1sDW6POo) 2025-02-02T16:00Z 111K followers, 24.2K engagements "Abandoned in the Arctic Trapped in Alaska's Wilderness In [----] 34-year-old wildlife photographer Carl McCunn set out for a five-month solo expedition deep in Alaskas Arctic wilderness. It was meant to be the adventure of a lifetimejust him his camera a rifle and the raw beauty of the land. He flew in by bush plane with enough supplies to last through the summer and arranged informally for a friend to pick him up in August. But that handshake agreement would prove catastrophic. Everything seemed to be going according to planuntil August 7th came and went and no plane arrived. Stranded over 100" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J2aO3sWdy14) 2025-04-18T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.9K engagements "Lost After the Storm A Year Adrift in the Pacific Ocean On November [--] [----] Jos Salvador Alvarenga departed from the fishing village of Costa Azul near Pijijiapan on the Chiapas coast of Mexico. An experienced sailor and fisherman he planned a 30-hour deep-sea fishing expedition with 23-year-old Ezequiel Crdoba an inexperienced fisherman he had never met before. After a day of fishing they were caught in a storm. The rough weather damaged the motor and most of their portable electronics and they had to dump the fish to stabilize the boat. Without sails oars an anchor running lights or a means" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MkqMM1Do0u4) 2024-12-22T16:00Z 106K followers, 19.1K engagements "Buddies' Canadian River Expedition Goes Bad Wolf Wagner [--] and John Hntsch [--] embarked on a Canadian canoeing adventure on the Hayes River in northern Manitoba in the summer of [----]. While the journey proceeded according to the plan it remained challenging. Wagner and Hntsch encountered a challenging stretch of rapids known as the Nunatonowago Rapids. When there was nowhere to portage they tried to carefully float it around the rapid which caused a big hole in the canoe with the vessel now unable to float. With no means of communication the duo left a note in their broken canoe and embarked" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MuyD-EVV32o) 2025-06-12T07:00Z 120K followers, [----] engagements "He Left His Best Friend Behind Climbers Face Avalanche Assault On April [--] [----] Jim Sweeney and Dave Nyman traveled to the Alaska Range and set their sights on climbing the Elevator Shaft on Mount Johnson. As Jim reached a snow bulge looking for a firm anchor by picking his ice ax at the snow he triggered an avalanche swept off the mountain and hit the mountain face violently while Dave held firm. Jim had a head injury and shattered his hip leaving Dave to attempt to save his friend as a barrage of avalanches assaulted the duo. 0:00 Introduction 0:34 Alaskan Mountains/Mount Johnson 2:12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NWgyroS8nO8) 2024-05-12T15:00Z 99.3K followers, 14.6K engagements "The Fall of the Yosemite Rock Climbing Superstar The Dan Osman Story Dan "Dano" Osman was a rock climber who reached stardom when he was featured in the Masters of Stone videoa series featuring top climbers of the era. Osman spent much of his life in the Lake Tahoe region where he climbed Cave Rock. Osman gained renown in the realm of free solo climbing. The pivotal moment for Dano occurred in [----] when Osman experienced repeated falls. Initially frightening these substantial falls became exhilarating for Osman as he learned to manage his fear. This marked a significant turning point for him" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OVvacu3QtJ0) 2024-07-28T15:00Z 99.3K followers, 81.2K engagements "Brothers of Rock Ice and Death A Famous Climbing Duos Tragic Story on Gasherbrum Mountain climbers Dmitry Golovchenko and Sergey Nilov met in [----] and formed a bond stronger than rope. For twenty years they climbed togetherice walls unclimbed faces routes that broke other men and won awards and notoriety in the process. They would go down as one of the most prolific climbing duos in mountaineering history. They had a kind of trust that doesnt need words. They were like brothers. But sometimes a bond that deep is what takes you down. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 The Dynamic Climbing Duo: Dmitry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q9dSDyb4wvk) 2025-06-27T15:00Z 133K followers, 23K engagements "Erased by Mt. Shasta The Strangest Climbing Story in History In the spring of [----] 69-year-old Carl Landers set out to climb Californias Mount Shasta. An experienced hiker with a passion for the outdoors Carl had attempted the mountain before and was determined to reach the summit this time. What began as a routine alpine ascent would soon spiral into one of the most baffling mountain disappearances in modern history. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access: https://www.patreon.com/OutdoorDisasters Be the fuel behind Outdoor Disasters Donate to my coffee" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RJEg54f-oPI) 2025-05-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 67.4K engagements "The Inspiring Story of Sam "The Mayor of Mt Baldy" Kim Seuk Doo "Sam" Kim [--] affectionately known as "The Spirt of Baldy" and "The Mayor of Baldy" summited the peak over [---] times. Mt. Baldy is the highest peak in the San Gabriel Mountains looming [-----] feet above Los Angeles. If you hiked Baldy over the past few years chances are you probably ran into Sam. At one point he climbed Baldy every day for over [---] days in a row. He became a cult figure for those who frequented the trail as he insisted on talking to passers-by giving them some of his food and posing for pictures. Many hikers have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Rimsv_v159s) 2023-08-30T17:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements "When Solo Camping For YouTube Goes Wrong YouTuber Caught in A Blizzard in the Lapland Wilderness Storm De Beul's YouTube channel Storm Outdoorsy was born from this passion. An ASMR-style channel where he explored the Wilderness of Lapland Sweden near the town of Jokkmokk. To Storm it was a place where he could test himself where he could confront the limits of his endurance. Over the months De Beul documented his journey. As he set out for his final trek he was unaware of the blizzard brewing on the horizon which would prove to be a situation he couldn't overcome. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 Storm" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RrHAq6GB988) 2025-01-11T18:00Z 109K followers, 30.3K engagements "Reckless Stunts & Extreme Sports Disasters Marathon [--] When individuals choose to engage in stunts and extreme sports they understand the risks that even a small mistake can bring. For many its the adrenaline rush they cravea dopamine surge that no other activity can match. While outsiders often watch in shock and wonder why anyone would endanger their life or subject their loved ones to the uncertainty and heartache of whether theyll return safely these thrill-seekers become desensitized to the dangers and the impact on those who care about them. The following stories delve into the lives of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SOskFNv2ZXk) 2025-01-22T16:00Z 111K followers, 33.2K engagements "Sucked into a Thunderstorm Ewa Winierska is a German paraglider who was one of the world's top-ranked pilots. In February of [----] Winierska set her sights on winning the World Championships in Manila Australia. She participated in a warm-up event before the main event. The initially promising conditions took a turn as storm clouds started to form. Ewa is sent hurtling upwards. Despite her years of experience she can't control the parachute. The horrifying realization hits her she's being sucked right into the clouds. Full Video https://youtu.be/Cmb7sbktOQs Music by Scott Buckley "Omega"" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=U15_InAgKyc) 2025-06-17T21:00Z 120K followers, [----] engagements "The Hole of Death Swimmer Sucked into a Dam Drainage Hole Emily Terese Schwalen was a brilliant graduate student at UC Davis. But one cold Sunday evening in [----] she drove to Lake Berryessa alone. The lake was swollen from storms and the infamous Glory Hole spillway had begun to churn. What happened next would leave witnesses in shock and leave behind a mystery that still haunts Northern California to this day. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Who Was Emily Schwalen 6:24 Lake Berryessa & The Glory Hole 8:59 The Deadly Swim to the Glory Hole 11:39 What Happened 16:38 Conclusion Join the Outdoor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UHixSvyPpGw) 2025-07-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 18.9K engagements "Deadly Journey to the Magic Bus Newlyweds Tragic Honeymoon to Alaska Newlyweds Piotr Markielau and Veranika Nikanava spontaneously traveled to Alaska for their honeymoon a day after their wedding with plans for a pilgrimage to the Magic Bus made famous by the story of Chris McCandless in the book and movie "Into the Wild." What began as a romantic adventure soon turned into a perilous situation as they encountered the same challenge McCandless did.a dangerously swollen river. 0:00 Introduction 0:35 The Magic Bus 1:55 Piotr & Veranika and The Alaskan Adventure 5:11 The Tragedy at the River" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UKnP9t54V2g) 2024-06-16T15:00Z 84.5K followers, 78.4K engagements "Abandoned on a Cold Mountain A Father & Son Ski Outing Turns Deadly In [----] Michael and Matthew Couillard set off on a ski outing at the Kartalkaya ski center near Ankara Turkey. On one ski run near the top a wall of fog rolled in and swallowed the mountain and they lost the trail. This would be the beginning of a harrowing ordeal for the father and son duo. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The Couliards Ski Trip 3:44 Lost 10:02 The Search for Mike and Matt 14:09 The Quest for Help 22:00 Found 26:07 Aftermath 28:10 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Umw2dhnjR1U) 2025-04-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 30.9K engagements "The [--] Bay Area Earthquake Disaster Young Siblings' Harrowing Ordeal Beneath Collapsed Freeway As the clock struck 5:04 PM in the San Francisco Bay Area the serenity was shattered by a sudden jolt. Buildings swayed and the ground rumbled causing panic and disarray as people sought shelter. Candlestick Park where the third game of the World Series was set to begin panic gripped the [-----] fans as the stadium trembled. The Marina District's soft soil gave way resulting in toppling homes ruptured gas lines and ignited fires. Downtown Santa Cruz saw the collapse of brick buildings adding to the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VCNNn21i_Z8) 2023-09-10T15:59Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "On the Brink of Death After Losing the Trail Hike Gone Wrong In Joshua Tree [--] year old Ed Rosenthal his sights set on hiking in Joshua Tree National park on the trail from Black Rock Canyon to Warren Peak to celebrate another career success. Ed had done this hike many times on this day the hike would not go as planned and would go terribly wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Ed's Hike to Warren Peak 7:43 Lost in Joshua Tree 15:03 The Seach and Rescue of Ed Rosenthal 17:19 Aftermath 19:32 Conclusion/Survival Tips Get [--] month's of YouTube Premium Free:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VFN0fer8eEY) 2025-01-26T16:00Z 111K followers, 17K engagements "Hiking for the Gram Lost in Reality Social Media Related Disasters Marathon The wilderness doesnt care about likes or followers on YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook or any other platform. It doesnt care about anything at allbut it will take everything from those who dont give it their full attention. The following stories are cautionary tales that if you give your social media accounts more attention than safety you are playing with fire. 0:00 Introduction 1:37 Couple Falls Off A Cliff in Yosemite https://youtu.be/kfBqWkbv-uU 16:26 The Fall of the Bikini Climber https://youtu.be/Uu-Z1S-5zc0" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VI4zfBv9Xlw) 2024-12-18T16:00Z 106K followers, 11.1K engagements "Another Left for Dead on Everest The Incredible Ordeal of Lincoln Hall Mount Everest the holy grail for climbers is a mountain that calls to the most adventurous people worldwide. And for an Australian named Lincoln Hall it was an obsession. On May [--] [----] Lincoln Hall Summited Mt. Everest and started his descent. His body was shutting down the altitude taking its toll his brain swelling from lack of oxygen. He collapsed on the slopes of Everest and was left for dead. But against all odds he awoke. But his survival was far from over. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Lincoln Hall and The Everest Climb" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WlVqTCiyZeo) 2024-12-08T16:00Z 105K followers, 16K engagements "In the Line of Fire The Granite Mountain Hotshots Tragedy The Granite Mountain Hotshots were an elite wildfire firefighting crew based in Prescott Arizona. In June [----] Arizona was experiencing one of its worst wildfire seasons and the Yarnell Hill Fire ignited after a lightning strike. Fueled by extreme heat dry conditions and shifting winds the fire quickly spread threatening homes and lives. The Granite Mountain Hotshots were called in to help contain the fire working in steep unforgiving terrain where temperatures soared well above [---] degrees. As the fire intensified their mission became" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XAaTO5vAq9Q) 2025-09-05T18:05Z 128K followers, 10.8K engagements "A Yellowstone Swim Takes a Dark Turn" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XQYXm03aooc) 2024-05-17T16:30Z 78K followers, [----] engagements "Left for Dead on Mt Everest To understand the story of Beck Weathers you must go back to the fateful events of May [----] during the ill-fated expedition on Mt Everest forever etched in infamy. In the spring of [----] Mt Everest braced itself for an influx of climbers from across the globe each harboring a fervent desire to conquer its formidable peak. Beck Weathers was poised at the base of Mount Everest unyielding in his readiness. Faced vision challenges at higher altitudes his guide refused to permit him to summit promising to accompany him on the descent. Unfortunately the guide never" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XU6npvGSR18) 2024-08-27T16:30Z 94.7K followers, [----] engagements "Popular Campground Caught in Flash Flood Every summer the Basingers and Smiths make it a tradition to vacation together at the Albert Pike Recreation Area in Arkansas. On June [--] [----] after a storm system pounded the area trees and debris acted as makeshift barriers temporarily containing the rising waters. As these obstructions gave way the Little Missouri River surged forth creating a mountainous wave barreling towards the Albert Pike campground. The Smiths and Basingers were awoken from sleep amidst a cacophony of destruction outside their RV. Merch now available" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YnP6dkbuQok) 2025-07-03T14:01Z 122K followers, [----] engagements "The Heroes of Search and Rescue Marathon The men and women of search and rescue go when others cannot. They go because someone must. There is no glory in it. No speeches no medals that matter. You dont really think about them until you need them. Until youve made a mistake. Until youve wandered too far past the trail marker or the storm rolled in faster than you thought or the cold started creeping into your bones in a way that made you feel slow heavy tired. Then suddenly theyre everything. And when they do find youshivering maybe injured maybe barely hanging onthey dont make speeches. They" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_nyA6yh31Bc) 2025-02-19T16:00Z 115K followers, [----] engagements "The Night the River Took Everything The Wimberley Flash Flood Disaster In the summer of [----] Jonathan and Laura McComb chose a peaceful Memorial Day weekend on the Blanco River in Wimberley Texas instead of a trip to Mexico. With friends kids and sunshine it was a day full of joyuntil subtle changes in the sky signaled something far worse. That night the Blanco River would rise with deadly force unleashing one of the worst flash floods in Texas history. This is the story of a family a town and the split-second decisions that changed everything. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The McCombs' Summer Trip" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aBbBae2ZbtU) 2025-06-01T15:00Z 119K followers, [----] engagements "Skydiving Gone Wrong The Terrifying Reality of a Malfunctioning Parachute November [--] [----] novice skydiver Jordan Hatmaker was gearing up for a typical jump for the day in Suffolk Virginia. Her first jump went well and she decided to go for another. Jordan would face something in the sky that would test her in ways she never imagineda moment of sheer terror when her parachute malfunctioned and was free falling [-----] feet in the sky. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Jordan Goes Skydiving 2:45 The Day of the Disaster 10:33 Aftermath 13:12 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=b18cZqcy_AM) 2025-03-28T15:00Z 124K followers, 11.9K engagements "Robbed and Left for Dead in the Australian Outback The Ricky Megee Story In January [----] Ricky Megee had been offered work in a government department in Port Hedland Western Australia and set off on the long drive which he had made multiple times before. He took the Buntine Highway which for much of his journey was a desert track across the Australian Outback of the Northern Territory when three men sitting on the roadside had run out of gas. He offered to give one of them a lift and later recalled feeling increasingly "dazed and confused" and then blacked out before he recovered" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bXixPp190HY) 2023-05-30T16:00Z 108K followers, 269K engagements "The Climbing Disaster Was Too Much to Bear Backcountry Skiing Gone Wrong Hayden Kennedy [--] embarked on feats that put him in the annals of climbing history. An American rock climber and mountaineer he was celebrated for his challenging ascents across North America Patagonia and the Himalayas. Kennedy rose to prominence in [----] with a groundbreaking "fair means" ascent of the Compressor Route on Cerro Torre alongside Jason Kruk. During this climb the pair controversially removed the bolt ladders installed by Cesare Maestri during the first ascent. Their actions sparked a heated local debate in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bnQq7vEwas8) 2025-01-18T16:00Z 110K followers, 13.4K engagements "The Missionary Who Broke the RulesAnd Paid the Price The Dangerous Quest to North Sentinel Island John Allen Chau first read about the Sentinelese in High School. They were a small untouched people on North Sentinel Island. The Sentinelese had no knowledge of God. Chau read this took it in and saw the path ahead. In November [----] after years of training in missionary work and prayer John made his move and embarked on his mission to convert the Sentinelese people which would end in disaster. 0:00 Introduction 0:46 North Sentinel Island 5:29 Who is John Allen Chau 8:05 Gearing up for North" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c5jxOaifHJ4) 2025-03-23T14:34Z 133K followers, 37.5K engagements "When Swinging From an Arch Goes Wrong On March [--] [----] in the heart of Utah's desert a young man named Kyle Lee stood beneath the magnificent Corona Arch. Corona Arch is a geological marvel with stunning natural landscapes that Utah is renowned for. In February of [----] filmmaker Devin Graham assembled a group of [--] friends and journeyed to the famous Arch near Moab. The resulting footage titled "The World's Largest Rope Swing" amassed [--] million views on YouTube attracting a wave of adventurous enthusiasts to the site. Many people were going there to swing after the craze took off from the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d1EmM7XTvxQ) 2024-08-22T16:30Z 99.3K followers, [----] engagements "Climbing Disaster in Himalayas Life & Death Struggle on Annapurna I In [----] one of France's top mountaineers Pierre Beghin asked Jean-Christophe Lafaille a young but talented climber if he would like to go to the Himalayas to attempt a complicated and extremely challenging new route on Annapurna I one of the [--] peaks in the world that are more than [----] meters (26000ft) high. He was [--] years old and could only accept. The trip went horribly wrong. After several days of climbing high on the huge exposed face of Annapurna a mountain almost double the height of Mont Blanc a storm erupted and the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=enrhqsQtOxk) 2023-05-22T16:00Z 113K followers, 40.4K engagements "Climbers' Fight for Life in the Himalayas Draupadi Ka Danda are two peaks in the Gangotri range of the Garhwal Himalaya in Uttarakhand India. Climbers of the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering prepared for an expedition on Draupadi Ka Danda [--]. As they approached the summit a crack silently propagated across the slope triggering a massive slab avalanche. The entire lower portion of the slope fractured and chunks of snow and ice cascaded down with the NIM climbers in the avalanche's path. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gQlJVtCQgFE) 2025-07-24T14:03Z 124K followers, [----] engagements "Surviving the Clutches of Glacier National Park Hike Gone Wrong as Teen is Stranded by Deep Snow Glacier National Park a pristine jewel nestled in the heart of Montana's rugged wilderness. Matthew Reed [--] took a detour during his journey back home to Michigan for the summer break from college. He made a brief visit to his beloved national park along the way and informed his family that he was venturing into Glacier National Park for a day hike sharing that the weather was splendid. On Friday May 7th [----] Matthew set out from the Huckleberry Lookout Trailhead in the Apgar Mountains along the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gr6kUxbP26c) 2023-09-28T15:00Z 98.7K followers, 22K engagements "Death in Paradise Yosemite Disasters Marathon Yosemite is both a cathedral and a crucible. One wrong step and you are goneno second chances. The danger in Yosemite is not the kind that shouts. It does not warn you. It does not make a sound. It is quiet patient waiting. The following stories show that Yosemite makes you think you belong here. That you understand it. That you are in control. But you're not. And it only takes one slip of sense for your adventure to descend into a disaster. 0:00 Introduction 1:28 BASE Jump Gone Wrong In Yosemite https://youtu.be/xLpcj1UiFoU 22:27 Catastrophe in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hWYsL_EIz7Q) 2025-03-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 40.5K engagements "A Hiker's Worst Nightmare Lost on the Trail in the Snoqualmie Wilderness 25-year-old Andrew Devers woke up early in Seattle on Friday June [--] [----]. He decided to go for a hike on the Middlefork-Pratt River Trail in the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Valley Wilderness in Snoqualmie National Forest. The trail was hard to follow. Thirty minutes passed and he realized the trail was gone. He stood there looking for a way forward but there was no straight path no clear direction. It hit him: he was lost as panic crept in. 0:00 Introduction 0:35 Andrew Devers Gets Lost on the Trail 5:11 The Search for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jDvqpq936qA) 2025-03-02T16:00Z 112K followers, 24.7K engagements "Utah: Disasters Elevated Utah National Parks Disasters Marathon Utah lures you in with landscapes that make you believe God took His time with this place. People come here chasing wonder. And they find it. But wonder doesn't keep you alive. This place is ruthless. The following stories show that in Utah peril is just around the corner if you're not paying attention or you're not prepared. 0:00 Introduction 1:43 Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab https://youtu.be/3RClOmvTfsY 35:33 A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon https://youtu.be/FodzqyWpA08 1:02:00 Lost and Lying in Zion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kwyVBPLwPIU) 2025-06-24T15:01Z 133K followers, 29.3K engagements "In the Path of an Avalanche Climbers' Fight for Life in the Himalayas Draupadi Ka Danda are two peaks in the Gangotri range of the Garhwal Himalaya in Uttarakhand India. Climbers of the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering prepared for an expedition on Draupadi Ka Danda [--]. As they approached the summit a crack silently propagated across the slope triggering a massive slab avalanche. The entire lower portion of the slope fractured and chunks of snow and ice cascaded down with the NIM climbers in the avalanche's path. 0:00 Introduction 2:06 The Ascent of Draupadi Ka Danda [--] 5:22 Disastrous" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lGbqBmXDZKA) 2024-05-26T15:00Z 79.4K followers, [----] engagements "Hiker Gets Lost in the Blue Mountains Fighting to Survive in the Australian Backcountry Jamie Neale was a bright 19-year-old from North London standing at the crossroads of adulthood. With university on the horizon he chose adventure insteada gap year to explore the world before settling down. In June [----] he landed in Australia drawn to its wild landscapes and promise of reinvention. Confident and eager he checked into a hostel in Katoomba and set out for a short solo hike in the Blue Mountains. No phone. No note. Just a few hours he thought. But the forest had other plans. And every step" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lVeBU6DxJHc) 2025-08-03T15:01Z 133K followers, 59.9K engagements "The [----] Burning Man Mudpocalypse Heavy Rain Turns Event into Disaster Stranding Burners Burning Man is an annual event that takes place in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada USA. It is a unique and distinctive gathering known for emphasizing radical self-expression community art and temporary community building. Participants at Burning Man are encouraged to express themselves creatively and freely. This can involve creating art installations wearing elaborate costumes performing music or engaging in other forms of self-expression. Burning Man creates a temporary city in the desert known as" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p299zc38S84) 2023-09-05T15:00Z 128K followers, 145K engagements "From Captivity to Wilderness Survival The Russian Gulag Escape: 4k Trek to Freedom For Witold Glinksi his Siberian expedition would be the ultimate test of survival. He was sentenced to serve in a labor camp in Siberia. From the moment he arrived at his Siberian gulag shackled and in chains Witold began meticulously formulating an escape plan. He was acutely aware that failure to escape would result in certain death. Their immediate objective was clear: escape Russia and reach the border situated [----] miles away to the south. Their journey would take them through the Siberian tundra south" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p4p0Mk1qGVU) 2023-09-17T15:00Z 98.7K followers, 12.4K engagements "A Horrible Hike in Paradise Hiker Gets Lost in a Forest in Hawaii Amanda Eller a yoga instructor and physical therapist living in Hawaii set out for what was supposed to be a short solo hike in Mauis Makawao Forest. Just a quick run to clear her head. No phone no heavy gearjust the trees the trail and her thoughts. But one wrong turn became two and soon the forest no longer felt familiar. As daylight faded and panic crept in Amanda found herself deep in the jungle with no clear way out. Exhausted and disoriented she used leaves to shield herself from the cold mud shivering as light rain began" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q-MOcd1bn08) 2025-06-13T15:01Z 133K followers, 40.3K engagements "When the Fun Turns Fatal Family Outing Ends in Tragedy at Swimming Hole When the Garcia family set out for a visit to Tonto Natural Bridge they decided to stop by the Water Wheel in Payson Arizona. What began as a joyful and typical family outing quickly turned into a nightmare when a monsoon struck unleashing a massive flash flood that surged toward the Water Wheel. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 The Water Wheel Arizona 2:30 The Garcia Family 4:11 Arizona Moonson Season 5:39 Brandon West's Payson Flash Flood Ordeal 10:54 The Garcia's Payson Flash Flood Ordeal 14:14 The Aftermath 20:01" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q69iwjaPmVo) 2024-12-14T16:00Z 106K followers, 61.5K engagements "How the Sunjoy IceCove Portable AC Saved Me From Outdoor Disasters Special thanks to@SunjoyLife for sending this product for an honest review. This is definitely an OD-approved product. By using my discount code OTDZSTER13 you'll receive a 13% discount on all non-discounted items on sunjoyshop.com excluding replacements. Check out Sunjoy products at the following link: https://sunjoyshop.com/ref=pxqlhisk To purchase the IceCove Portable AC click here: https://sunjoyshop.com/products/air-conditioner_pos=2&_sid=f310b3282&_ss=r Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s94GPzvLavA) 2025-06-30T18:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "When The GPS Leads You Astray Bad Decisions on the Road Marathon You trust GPS more than your own eyes. And then the road is gone. The pavement fades to dust. It does not whisper warnings or beg you to turn back. You will miss a turn. The map or GPS will send you down the wrong path. The road can be a joy. But if you don't make wise decisions and use common sense the road can be a disaster. These stories embody that if you make bad decisions on the road there are catastrophic consequences. 0:00 Introduction 1:09 Fighting to Survive Death Valley's Deadly Heat 16:53 A GPS Mess 41:51 GPS Leads" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sH_uOpMyLSo) 2025-04-21T21:12Z 133K followers, 24.8K engagements "Lost and Wandering in Zion National Park Holly Courtier was traveling the country in a converted van and was visiting Zion National Park. She took a shuttle to the Grotto picnic area. Armed with a backpack filled with essentials she ventured into the heart of Zion. Holly found a secluded spot strung up her hammock between two sturdy trees in a vegetated area near the Virgin River and affixed it. But as she went to sit on it it swung back causing her to hit her head on a tree. Her sense of direction failed her and despite her best efforts she found herself lost in Zion's clutches. As" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sR-kKaN0qYY) 2024-08-29T16:30Z 129K followers, [----] engagements "Climbers Fall 2000FT/600m Down a Mountain Disaster on Mt Shasta Jillian Webster was working as a guide as a mountain guide on Mt Shasta in California. She was about to quit guiding and settle down. But In [----] a couple from Seattle who had a taste for adventure but little alpine experience hired Jillian to aid in their ascent to climb Californias most dramatic peak. But a normal day of climbing would take a turn for the worse when an icy day on the mountain would prove to be too much for these climbers to handle. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Mt Shasta 2:33 The Mt Shasta Disaster 10:57" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uEtAtgviaE4) 2023-07-16T15:00Z 128K followers, 112.4K engagements "Rushing Rapids Catches Swimmers by Surprise In early February [----] Rachel De Jong proposed a brief detour for a swim at a scenic river spot near the Aratiatia Dam known for its natural rock pools and formations and the dam opening during which water dramatically rushes into the river. As Rachel de Jong and her friends made their way down the trail they heard the sirens around 11:40 a.m. but saw no signs warning them of the impending danger. The dam was scheduled to release water around noon. But within minutes the situation would take a dramatic as the Aratiatia Damn upstream had started to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uZB_yDn4NeI) 2025-06-23T20:00Z 121K followers, [----] engagements "Catastrophe in Yosemite Hikers Caught in a Lightning Storm on Half Dome Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers to climb to the top. For one group of hikers Half Dome would become a place of horror. Half Dome is known for lighting strikes and cautioned to hike to the top during a storm. Seeking to summit the famed granite monolith during a lightning storm the group decided to shelter in a cave on top of the mountain. Little did they know this would be a tragic mistake. Yosemite is a place of unquestioned beauty. But if you don't respect the wilderness and its danger" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v4v-3K_ZlAk) 2023-05-08T16:00Z 128K followers, 383.9K engagements "Reckless Stunts & Extreme Sports Disasters Marathon [--] When individuals choose to engage in stunts and extreme sports they understand the risks that even a small mistake can bring. For many its the adrenaline rush they cravea dopamine surge that no other activity can match. While outsiders often watch in shock and wonder why anyone would endanger their life or subject their loved ones to the uncertainty and heartache of whether theyll return safely these thrill-seekers become desensitized to the dangers and the impact on those who care about them. The following stories delve into the lives of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w980pwaHu2A) 2025-08-29T15:01Z 133K followers, 54.2K engagements "Catastrophic Avalanche on Shishapangma Anna Gutu & Gina Marie Rzucidlo Race to the Summit Anna Gutu and Gina Marie Rzucidlo were striving to make history as the first American women to conquer all [--] peaks on Earth that exceed [----] meters in height. Anna Gutu a seasoned mountaineer was a proud member of the Elite Exped team an accomplished group of climbers who regularly reach summits across the globe. Elite Exped specializes in tailoring guided experiences on some of the world's most challenging mountains. Gutu and Rzucidlo found themselves engaged in an intense competition each striving to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w_DOyHUq3Qo) 2023-10-11T15:00Z 99.6K followers, 46.2K engagements "Paying the Price for Ignorance Tourist's Hike Goes Terribly Wrong on Routeburn Track Ondrej Petr and Pavlina Piova a Czech couple came to New Zealand on holiday visas. Wanting to experience the country they settled on the Routeburn Track. Before setting out they stopped by the Department of Conservation office where a ranger told them to reconsider. The snow was old but treacherous and the forecast promised trouble. They shrugged off the warning and on July [--] [----] they parked their campervan and headed off traveling light for the snowy conditions. They had no Crampons snow shoes ice axes or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xQY7lq9K_DM) 2024-11-16T16:00Z 126K followers, 418.1K engagements "Injured & Fighting to Survive After Bear Attack Man Had to Consume Hero Dog to Survive Marco Lavoie is a seasoned outdoorsman and set his sights on the Nottaway River in Canada with his loyal German Shepherd Marco set off in July [----]. On one particular day as they were setting up camp a massive bear attacked Marco severely injuring him. After scavenging his rations the bear advanced on him again when all of a sudden dog launched itself at the bear. The dogs bravery paid off unwilling to continue the fight and retreated into the forest leaving Marco and his dog alone once more. Though the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xqk9QDQfUf4) 2024-09-08T15:00Z 99.1K followers, [----] engagements "Disaster in Paradise Tour Boat Capsizes in Bali On March [--] [----] thirteen tourists boarded the Sea Dragon [--] in Bali for what was meant to be the highlight of their tripswimming with manta rays off Nusa Penida. The morning was clear and calm spirits high. But one detail unsettled passenger Lisa Abel: there was no safety briefing and no life jackets were being handed out. After repeatedly asking the crew she spotted a single small pink vest and slipped it onto her 7-year-old daughter Alexandraa decision that would later save the girls life. As the boat neared Nusa Penida dark clouds rolled in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xzjuFOxXwIo) 2025-08-17T15:01Z 133K followers, 27.6K engagements "Dream Adventure Turned Deadly Man Attempts to Kayak Across the Tasman Sea Andrew McAuley dove head first into kayaking after having to kayak after claiming in Patagonia. His love for nature grew into a calling for extreme kayaking. McAuley quickly gained a reputation within the kayaking community for his remarkable endurance and ability to face almost insurmountable challenges. But one challenge would be a monumental one. A solo kayak crossing of the Tasman Sea an unforgiving stretch of water between Australia and New Zealand. A feat no one has ever done. On January [--] [----] 39-year-old Andrew" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zZHdZkXYfxY) 2024-12-01T16:00Z 104K followers, 52.1K engagements "YouTube Stunt Gone Wrong YouTuber Sucked into a Whirlpool Jacob Cockle was a British adventurer photographer and videographer known for his YouTube channel whirlpoolhitman showing him swimming in whirlpools. Jacob Cockle's interest in whirlpools led him to some of the most famous whirlpool sites around the world. He meticulously documented these events capturing the dramatic phenomenon and shared them online. Jacob's plan was to film swimming in a whirlpool at Hayle Harbour in England. With his friend filming Jacob swam in and out of the whirlpool. As he swam underwater to get another shot he" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zgzAJp3VROU) 2024-08-18T15:01Z 122K followers, 90.2K engagements "Man vs Sahara: Lost and Starving in The Desert The Mauro Prosperi Story The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world and is known for its extreme climate characterized by scorching daytime temperatures that can exceed [---] degrees in some areas as well as bitterly cold nights. Rainfall is exceptionally scarce and the landscape is dominated by vast sand dunes rocky plateaus and gravel plains. Marathon of the Sands or the Sahara Marathon is hailed as the most grueling foot race on Earth. This annual ultramarathon spans six days covering a staggering [---] miles equivalent to completing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0VF7g95sCe4) 2023-10-22T15:00Z 133K followers, 25.6K engagements "A Big Mistake in Big Bend National Park A Family Hike in Extreme Heat Goes Horribly Wrong This story is unlike most told on this channel. There are no names no photos and no personal histories to soften what happened. Much of the aftermath was never made public. But what remains are only the facts from the report that are so shocking I felt compelled to tell this story as best I could. The facts are clear: extreme temperatures a remote trail in Big Bend National Park with no water and a tragedy. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 Big Bend National Park & The Marufo Vega Trail 5:40 A Disastrous Family" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=55-wUpNE3DU) 2025-12-25T19:00Z 133K followers, 82.5K engagements "Trapped on Ledge Couple Falls Down Mountain in the Himalayas In March [----] Liang Sheng-yueh and his girlfriend Liu Chen-chun set off into Nepals remote Ganesh Himal. Young untested and chasing adventure they carried no guide no porters only their packs and their belief that determination would be enough. At first it was: forests rivers villages and sky-high valleys welcomed them. But Nepal in March is fickle. Storms swept the trails snow erased the maps and every step deeper into the wilderness carried them closer to disaster. Introduction Liang & Liu's Ganesh Himal Trek The Fall Surviving on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7WFdiIOvUaQ) 2025-10-05T07:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements "Unforgettable Tragedy Canyoneers in Peril During Flash Flood in Zion National Park On the afternoon of Monday September [--] [----] southwestern Utah received heavy rain. Storms arrived between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m and dropped [----] in Zion National Park causing flash floods including in a small canyon called Keyhole Canyon. Park rangers received a report of a group of seven people canyoneering in Keyhole Canyon that had not returned to their car Monday evening. A search began Tuesday morning. As the search continued for the missing hikers high water levels and continued rain showers posed further" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7xV6Kecgfzg) 2023-07-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 346.8K engagements "Disaster In Death Valley A Couple Stranded in the Desert Better audio mixing of this story can be found here: https://youtu.be/uoaT4AWpCj4si=8lEXAOqYCkOBtUHu&t=1119 In today's post For Alex Lofgren and Emily Henkel the extremes of Death Valley National Park will show to be hard to overcome. With [--] flat tires in a remote part of Death Valley the couple embarks on a life or death mission to find help which required trekking through treacherous terrain. Death Valley is one of the last places you want to be stranded in. 0:00 Introduction 0:21 Death Valley National Park 1:57 The Alex Lofgren and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8n1uFufWZHM) 2023-02-27T19:46Z 133K followers, 1.2M engagements "One Family's Desperate Attempt to Survive in the Scorching Desert The Death Valley Germans Story The story of the Death Valley Germans which took place in July [----] is a very sad and disturbing story of misadventure in Californias Death Valley one of the hottest places on planet Earth. The group of four German tourists disappeared without explanation in an area near Anvil Canyon and the only clue was an abandoned minivan with its contents. After a search over a few days the authorities were unable to locate the missing Germans and the operation was called off. However [--] years later two" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AjEOYOZpGPo) 2023-05-12T16:00Z 133K followers, 418.8K engagements "Shipwrecked in the Pacific Ocean Couple's Dream Adventure Turns into a Nightmare In [----] Maurice and Maralyn Bailey set sail from England in search of freedom and adventure leaving everything behind to chase their dream of crossing the ocean in a 31-foot yacht. But deep in the Pacific far from land and help something strikes their boat. With their vessel sinking fast and no one around for hundreds of miles the Baileys are forced into a life raftwith almost no supplies no radio and no idea if theyll ever be found. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Bailey's Ocean Adventure 7:34 Disaster 9:55 Adrift in the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CW6Lxu5rLPI) 2025-11-16T16:00Z 133K followers, 25.8K engagements "A Grand Debacle Road Tripper Stranded by GPS Near The Grand Canyon Amber VanHecke set out on a solo road trip through the Southwest to the Grand Canyon with confidence preparation and a belief that she could handle anything the road threw at her. But a small decision to save money on gas followed by a tempting shortcut suggested by her GPS quietly led her off the pavement and into the Arizona wilderness. As the road vanished cell service died and her fuel gauge hit empty Amber realized she was truly alone. What began as a dream adventure near the Grand Canyon spiraled into a fight for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GrAPpa-903E) 2026-01-18T16:00Z 133K followers, 35.6K engagements "Stranded in the Indian Ocean Brett Archibald's Attempt to Cheat Death Brett Archibald was on a surfing holiday with nine friends but had fallen ill from food poisoning during a 10-hour journey along a stretch of water known as the Mentawai Strait in Indonesia's West Sumatra province. He had gone to the side of the boat to vomit when he became dizzy and blacked out. When he woke he was in the water - the boat already [--] or [--] metres ahead of him. Breat was left stranded in the middle of the Indian Ocean in the dark with no hope of survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:30 The Mentawai Strait and Indian" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HzHCSDEpyIs) 2023-03-31T16:00Z 133K followers, 75.3K engagements "Mother and Son Lake Turns Tragic The Death of Naya Rivera Naya Rivera is a woman of many talents and a bright star in the entertainment world. Her journey to stardom was marked by determination resilience and a passion for her craft. Naya's breakthrough came when she landed the role of Santana Lopez on the hit TV series "Glee." Naya's singing ability and acting prowess shone through earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. She became a loving mother to her son Josey whom she adored and cherished. On July [--] [----] she and her young son embarked on a boating trip to Lake Piru in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KE5zfdGyg6s) 2023-10-08T15:00Z 132K followers, 23.1K engagements "The Last Summit Hiker Disappears on Mt. Baldy Seuk Doo "Sam" Kim [--] affectionately known as "The Spirt of Baldy" and "The Mayor of Baldy" summited the peak over [---] times. Mt. Baldy is the highest peak in the San Gabriel Mountains looming [-----] feet above Los Angeles. If you hiked Baldy over the past few years chances are you probably ran into Sam. At one point he climbed Baldy every day for over [---] days in a row. He became a cult figure for those who frequented the trail as he insisted on talking to passers-by giving them some of his food and posing for pictures. Many hikers have stories of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q6-Gf9p1uT4) 2023-06-12T16:00Z 132K followers, 33.8K engagements "The Trail That Took an Entire Family The Gerrish Family Tragedy In [----] Jonathan and Ellen Gerrish left San Francisco for the foothills of Mariposa County drawn to the western edge of the Sierra Nevada by a quieter promise so their daughter could grow up outdoors. By the summer of [----] California was locked in a relentless heat wave. On the morning of August 15th they went on a hike on a familiar loop near Hites Cove a rugged trail descending toward the Merced River before climbing back out. The heat closed in. And somewhere along that trail without witnesses or warning a simple hike became a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dhWfbQRpSMQ) 2026-01-25T16:01Z 133K followers, 34.8K engagements "Stuck in Quicksand Hike in Arches National Park Turns Perilous Austin Dirks had spent years trusting the ground beneath his feet. But at Arches National Park on December [--] [----] hiking a section of the Hayduke Trail was other than routine. What began as a modest hike slowly unraveled into something far darker as he found himself stuck in quicksand. And in that moment experience was no longer protection. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Austin Dirk Hikes in Arches National Park 4:14 Stuck in Quicksand 9:04 Rescue 11:31 Aftermath 13:30 Conclusion/Survival Tips If youre into Outdoor Disasters and enjoy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g0INB9nAP_Q) 2026-01-29T16:01Z 133K followers, 26.1K engagements "Left for Dead in the South Pacific Tokelau Teens Sea Survival on a Tiny Boat Three teen boys from the Tokelau Islands a New Zealand-administered territory in the South Pacific had been given up for dead after an unsuccessful search. In October [----] [--] Teens from Tokelau would find out how dangerous and remote these waters can be. Etueni Nasau [--] Samu Pelesa [--] and Filo Filo [--] drifted [----] kilometers across an empty and little-traveled section of the Pacific Ocean. They ran out of fuel for their outboard and began drifting out to sea. Day after day the teens sat helpless in the open craft" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jNahqnWG3hU) 2023-05-19T16:00Z 133K followers, 160.9K engagements "The Cat the Sea Couldnt Claim The Legend of Unsinkable Sam In the chaos of World War II countless ships vanished beneath the waves but from the wreckage of one of historys greatest naval disasters something impossible emerged. A lone survivor. Drifting through fire oil and steel. Not a sailor. Not a soldier. But something else entirely. A cat. What followed would become one of the strangest legends of the sea a story of survival so improbable it defied reason itself. 0:00 Introduction 0:45 The Cat and the Sinking of the Bismarck 6:22 Oscar The Cat and the Sinking of the HMS Cossack 10:38" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ownPOfZzizg) 2025-10-11T15:01Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Climbing to Greatness.Falling for a Dream A Death in Yosemite on El Capitan By his late teens Balin Miller was already chasing serious climbs in Alaska spending every spare moment in the mountains. Yosemite had lived in his mind for years not as a dream but as a reckoning. One route stood above the rest: Sea of Dreams on El Capitan. In late September [----] Balin arrived in Yosemite. He wasnt just chasing another climb; he was stepping into the same gauntlet that had tested generations before him believing as they did that skill and preparation could keep the line between greatness and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ztyzuSZfypY) 2026-02-07T16:01Z 133K followers, 29.6K engagements "Climbing to Greatness.Falling for a Dream A Death in Yosemite on El Capitan By his late teens Balin Miller was already chasing serious climbs in Alaska spending every spare moment in the mountains. Yosemite had lived in his mind for years not as a dream but as a reckoning. One route stood above the rest: Sea of Dreams on El Capitan. In late September [----] Balin arrived in Yosemite. He wasnt just chasing another climb; he was stepping into the same gauntlet that had tested generations before him believing as they did that skill and preparation could keep the line between greatness and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ztyzuSZfypY) 2026-02-07T16:01Z 133K followers, 29.6K engagements "When Endurance Fails in The Grand Canyon Triple-Digit Heat Turned a Run into Hell In the summer of [----] Margaret Bradley and a running partner set out on a 27-mile run through the Grand Canyon confident that speed and endurance would carry them. As they dropped below the rim the canyon floor climbed to triple-digit temperatures and brought very little water. Before long dehydration set in and her partner collapsed unable to continue. Margaret made a desperate choice to run ahead for help. But one mistake during her run for help would be a catastrophic decision. 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Margaret" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xMzFFbVIT-g) 2026-02-01T16:01Z 133K followers, 40.6K engagements "Stuck in Quicksand Hike in Arches National Park Turns Perilous Austin Dirks had spent years trusting the ground beneath his feet. But at Arches National Park on December [--] [----] hiking a section of the Hayduke Trail was other than routine. What began as a modest hike slowly unraveled into something far darker as he found himself stuck in quicksand. And in that moment experience was no longer protection. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Austin Dirk Hikes in Arches National Park 4:14 Stuck in Quicksand 9:04 Rescue 11:31 Aftermath 13:30 Conclusion/Survival Tips If youre into Outdoor Disasters and enjoy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g0INB9nAP_Q) 2026-01-29T16:01Z 133K followers, 26.1K engagements "The Trail That Took an Entire Family The Gerrish Family Tragedy In [----] Jonathan and Ellen Gerrish left San Francisco for the foothills of Mariposa County drawn to the western edge of the Sierra Nevada by a quieter promise so their daughter could grow up outdoors. By the summer of [----] California was locked in a relentless heat wave. On the morning of August 15th they went on a hike on a familiar loop near Hites Cove a rugged trail descending toward the Merced River before climbing back out. The heat closed in. And somewhere along that trail without witnesses or warning a simple hike became a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dhWfbQRpSMQ) 2026-01-25T16:01Z 133K followers, 34.8K engagements "Beauty Struggle & Tragedy National Parks Disasters Marathon [--] There is deep joy in our national parks the kind that settles into you and stays. Glacier National Park Kings Canyon Canyonlands Grand Teton North Cascades and White Sands National Park are just some that invite you to walk slowly to look up more than you look ahead to remember that beauty still exists without needing to be owned or improved. But the same canyon that steals your breath will take your footing. The same river that sings in spring will pin you underwater in summer. The desert that glows at sunset will kill you by noon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2HgeExgGkSU) 2026-01-22T16:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "A Grand Debacle Road Tripper Stranded by GPS Near The Grand Canyon Amber VanHecke set out on a solo road trip through the Southwest to the Grand Canyon with confidence preparation and a belief that she could handle anything the road threw at her. But a small decision to save money on gas followed by a tempting shortcut suggested by her GPS quietly led her off the pavement and into the Arizona wilderness. As the road vanished cell service died and her fuel gauge hit empty Amber realized she was truly alone. What began as a dream adventure near the Grand Canyon spiraled into a fight for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GrAPpa-903E) 2026-01-18T16:00Z 133K followers, 35.6K engagements "Sliding Down a Mountain Gone Wrong YouTuber's Hiking Disaster on Mt. Whitney At [--] Joseph Brambila set out to conquer Mount Whitneya peak that had become his personal obsession. A self-taught hiker from southeast Los Angeles with no fancy gear or formal training Joseph turned to the mountains for peace solitude and faith. He shared his journey on YouTube as Jobrm posting honest unfiltered videos of trial error and determination. But on that July day in [----] ambition overruled caution. Whitney had humbled him beforebut this time would be different. And somewhere high on its unforgiving slopes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r03RrX5HD6Q) 2026-01-11T16:01Z 133K followers, 28.8K engagements "The Fall Near Angels Landing Hike Gone Horribly Wrong in Zion National Park On a cold winter day in [----] Corbin McMillen left his home in St. George and drove toward Zion National Park drawn back to one of the most dangerous hikes in the world: Angels Landing. When Corbin didnt return home that night concern quickly turned into alarm. By morning his car still sat at the trailhead untouched. Search teams were called in and attention focused on the cliffs high above Zion Canyon. This is the story of a man a dangerous hike and a moment when everything went wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Corbin's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VXwmUrSpDGM) 2026-01-03T16:00Z 133K followers, 34.6K engagements "A Big Mistake in Big Bend National Park A Family Hike in Extreme Heat Goes Horribly Wrong This story is unlike most told on this channel. There are no names no photos and no personal histories to soften what happened. Much of the aftermath was never made public. But what remains are only the facts from the report that are so shocking I felt compelled to tell this story as best I could. The facts are clear: extreme temperatures a remote trail in Big Bend National Park with no water and a tragedy. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 Big Bend National Park & The Marufo Vega Trail 5:40 A Disastrous Family" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=55-wUpNE3DU) 2025-12-25T19:00Z 133K followers, 82.5K engagements "They Ignored the Road Closure Off-Roading Gone Wrong in the Sierra Nevada Mountains In November [----] Paula Lane and her boyfriend Rod Clifton set out on what should have been a simple drive home through the Sierra Nevada. But one wrong decision to off-road down a snowed in familiar mountain road plunged them into a violent winter storm and a fight for survival they never saw coming. Stranded help nowhere around Paula and Rod was forced to confront the limits of their endurance. What happened would become one of the most astonishing survival stories in the Sierras history. 0:00 Introduction" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kW9kbpczkhg) 2025-12-21T16:01Z 133K followers, 92.3K engagements "Vanished in the White Mountains A Chilling Hike Through Arctic Winds on Franconia Ridge Emily Sotelo a driven compassionate and fiercely determined 19-year-old was an avid hiker. With only a few peaks left to complete her goal of summiting all [--] of New Hampshires 4000-footers she set out alone on a November morning in [----] chasing one final victory before her 20th birthday. As the weather closed in and hours passed with no word hope turned to urgency. What happened next would spark a massive search effort and leave behind a story no one would forget. 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Emily Sotelo's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xyq1NSu_IRQ) 2025-12-13T16:01Z 133K followers, 69.3K engagements "Trapped Alone and Out of Time GPS Leads Couple Stranded in the Nevada Mountains Ronnie and Beverly Barker an elderly couple from Indiana set out on a cross-country road trip in their RV from Indiana to Oregon then to Arizonaa journey theyve taken many times before. But this time one wrong turn guided by GPS sends them deep into the Nevada wilderness. Stranded miles from help they face an ordeal that would put their lives at risk. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Ronnie & Beverly's RV Trip Across America 4:12 Wrong Turn 10:41 Trapped 16:11 Where's Ronnie & Beverly 17:23 Tragedy 25:43 Rescue 32:49" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DAWW3tMGPgc) 2025-12-05T16:00Z 133K followers, 55K engagements "Running into a Nightmare Ultramarathoner Lost in North Cascades National Park What was meant to be a quick trail run in the rugged North Cascades turned into a fight for survival. On July [--] [----] 39-year-old ultrarunner Robert Schock set out from the Hannegan Pass trailhead with only his dog minimal gear and the confidence that he'd be back by dusk. But shifting weather vanishing trails and the unforgiving terrain pushed him deep into one of the most remote wilderness areas in the United States. As darkness fell and days passed hunger set in landmarks disappeared and even his loyal dog would" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JGpu89FgIT4) 2025-11-25T16:00Z 133K followers, 41.7K engagements "Can the BLUETTI APEX [---] Save This Festival Disaster Take advantage of the Black Friday Deals and get yourself the monster of a Power Station Link below: Apex [---] link: https://reurl.cc/8bpYGy Hashtags: #BLUETTI #Apex300 #rv #camping #homebackup #portablepowerstation Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AtUjVriopwo) 2025-11-24T19:30Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Shipwrecked in the Pacific Ocean Couple's Dream Adventure Turns into a Nightmare In [----] Maurice and Maralyn Bailey set sail from England in search of freedom and adventure leaving everything behind to chase their dream of crossing the ocean in a 31-foot yacht. But deep in the Pacific far from land and help something strikes their boat. With their vessel sinking fast and no one around for hundreds of miles the Baileys are forced into a life raftwith almost no supplies no radio and no idea if theyll ever be found. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Bailey's Ocean Adventure 7:34 Disaster 9:55 Adrift in the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CW6Lxu5rLPI) 2025-11-16T16:00Z 133K followers, 25.8K engagements "Shipwrecked in the Sea of Cortez Survival Turns to Desperation Three men set out on what was supposed to be a routine fishing trip in the Sea of Cortez. But when a sudden storm stranded them on a desolate island their fight for survival turned into a brutal test of endurance friendship and the will to live. With no radio no rescue in sight and the island slowly breaking them down only two would make it back. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Lorenzo and Joe's Deep Sea Trip 5:04 Shipwrecked 15:27 Trek for Rescue 21:05 Tragedy & Rescue 26:21 Aftermath 33:03 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VnDLvC9jHDU) 2025-11-01T15:01Z 133K followers, 20.8K engagements "Joshua Tree Claims Another Overconfident Hiker The Final Hike of Bill Ewasko In June [----] 65-year-old psychologist and hiker Bill Ewasko vanished inside Joshua Tree National Park. Searchers scoured the desert for weeks finding only his car and one faint cell phone ping miles away. For twelve years his disappearance haunted rescuers spawning one of the most mysterious cases in the parks history. When his remains were finally found the truth of what happened revealed a story far more haunting than anyone imagined. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Bill Ewasko Disappears in Joshua Tree 4:02 The Search for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cxIzvK0aHy0) 2025-10-25T15:01Z 133K followers, 93K engagements "Stranded in the Valley of Death Death Valley National Park Disasters Marathon Under the Death Valley sun the line between adventure and oblivion is thin. People come for the thrill for the photos for the illusion that they'll be fine. The GPS tells you a shortcut and you believe it. You drive down a lonely dirt road miles from pavement from help from mercy. The air grows hotter the tires sink deeper and your mind starts to betray you. Out here technology is useless. Batteries die maps lie and the silence is absolute. 0:00 Introduction 1:36 A Couple Stranded in the Desert 15:07 Stranded in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ILGc12wJ_Xc) 2025-10-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 19.6K engagements "The Cat the Sea Couldnt Claim The Legend of Unsinkable Sam In the chaos of World War II countless ships vanished beneath the waves but from the wreckage of one of historys greatest naval disasters something impossible emerged. A lone survivor. Drifting through fire oil and steel. Not a sailor. Not a soldier. But something else entirely. A cat. What followed would become one of the strangest legends of the sea a story of survival so improbable it defied reason itself. 0:00 Introduction 0:45 The Cat and the Sinking of the Bismarck 6:22 Oscar The Cat and the Sinking of the HMS Cossack 10:38" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ownPOfZzizg) 2025-10-11T15:01Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Trapped on Ledge Couple Falls Down Mountain in the Himalayas In March [----] Liang Sheng-yueh and his girlfriend Liu Chen-chun set off into Nepals remote Ganesh Himal. Young untested and chasing adventure they carried no guide no porters only their packs and their belief that determination would be enough. At first it was: forests rivers villages and sky-high valleys welcomed them. But Nepal in March is fickle. Storms swept the trails snow erased the maps and every step deeper into the wilderness carried them closer to disaster. Introduction Liang & Liu's Ganesh Himal Trek The Fall Surviving on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7WFdiIOvUaQ) 2025-10-05T07:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements "Horror in a Boiling Hot Spring Dreadful Outing in Yellowstone In June [----] 23-year-old Colin Scott wandered off the boardwalk at Yellowstones Norris Geyser Basin drawn by the lure of a hidden hot spring. With his sister filming he bent down to test the water but in a place where the ground is as thin as glass and the pools reach near-boiling temperatures one wrong step can turn fatal. What happened next would become one of Yellowstones most haunting tragedies 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Colin and Sable Scott Head to Yellowstone 3:30 Yellowstone & Norris Geyser Basin 6:25 Horror in the Hot Spring" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H2ZGWqTG_T4) 2025-09-26T15:00Z 133K followers, 36K engagements "Compound Fracture in the Backcountry Disastrous Hike in Kings Canyon National Park Greg Hein set out on a solo hike to climb 13563-foot Mount Goddard in Kings Canyon National Park. Experienced confident and eager to reconnect with the Sierra Nevada after years away he left the trailhead at twilight ready for a three-day loop. But within twenty-four hours a single slip on loose rock would turn his adventure into a fight for survival testing everything he knew about the mountains and about himself. 0:00 Introduction 0:54 Gregg Hein's Mt Goaddard Hike 6:20 The Disastrous Descent 11:54 Survival" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DUEKWDXsYdQ) 2025-09-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 33.2K engagements "Stranded on a Mountain Road in a Blizzard A Perilous Fight for Life in the Cascades On November [--] [----] 37-year-old Daryl Jane set out from Bainbridge Island toward Trout Lake Washington driving his trusty Jeep Cherokee into the Cascades. The plan was simple: a night with friends a drum circle and back home in time for the Seahawks game. But winter had other ideas. Choosing the direct route along the infamous NF-23 road Jane drove straight into a mounting snowstorm. The forest grew white and silent the road vanished and soon his Jeep was stuck fastsnow piling higher cell service gone and no" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Lo3487YFbjs) 2025-09-14T15:00Z 133K followers, 76.1K engagements "Reckless Stunts & Extreme Sports Disasters Marathon [--] When individuals choose to engage in stunts and extreme sports they understand the risks that even a small mistake can bring. For many its the adrenaline rush they cravea dopamine surge that no other activity can match. While outsiders often watch in shock and wonder why anyone would endanger their life or subject their loved ones to the uncertainty and heartache of whether theyll return safely these thrill-seekers become desensitized to the dangers and the impact on those who care about them. The following stories delve into the lives of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w980pwaHu2A) 2025-08-29T15:01Z 133K followers, 54.2K engagements "The Road That Took Everything The Fatal Trail of the Toyota World Runners For Matthew Yeoman and Stacey Tourout the couple behind the YouTube channel Toyota World Runners adventure was a way of life. From the forests of Vancouver Island to the ends of the Pan-American Highway they built their dream rigSunday a one-of-a-kind 4x4 camperand shared their journey with the world. Their love their laughter and their grit turned them into unlikely YouTube stars inspiring thousands as they braved deserts jungles and high mountain passes. But the road they chased so fearlessly held dangers of its" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2gJjh_u2juA) 2025-08-24T15:00Z 133K followers, 232.9K engagements "Disaster in Paradise Tour Boat Capsizes in Bali On March [--] [----] thirteen tourists boarded the Sea Dragon [--] in Bali for what was meant to be the highlight of their tripswimming with manta rays off Nusa Penida. The morning was clear and calm spirits high. But one detail unsettled passenger Lisa Abel: there was no safety briefing and no life jackets were being handed out. After repeatedly asking the crew she spotted a single small pink vest and slipped it onto her 7-year-old daughter Alexandraa decision that would later save the girls life. As the boat neared Nusa Penida dark clouds rolled in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xzjuFOxXwIo) 2025-08-17T15:01Z 133K followers, 27.6K engagements "Hiker Gets Lost in the Blue Mountains Fighting to Survive in the Australian Backcountry Jamie Neale was a bright 19-year-old from North London standing at the crossroads of adulthood. With university on the horizon he chose adventure insteada gap year to explore the world before settling down. In June [----] he landed in Australia drawn to its wild landscapes and promise of reinvention. Confident and eager he checked into a hostel in Katoomba and set out for a short solo hike in the Blue Mountains. No phone. No note. Just a few hours he thought. But the forest had other plans. And every step" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lVeBU6DxJHc) 2025-08-03T15:01Z 133K followers, 59.9K engagements "The Hole of Death Swimmer Sucked into a Dam Drainage Hole Emily Terese Schwalen was a brilliant graduate student at UC Davis. But one cold Sunday evening in [----] she drove to Lake Berryessa alone. The lake was swollen from storms and the infamous Glory Hole spillway had begun to churn. What happened next would leave witnesses in shock and leave behind a mystery that still haunts Northern California to this day. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Who Was Emily Schwalen 6:24 Lake Berryessa & The Glory Hole 8:59 The Deadly Swim to the Glory Hole 11:39 What Happened 16:38 Conclusion Join the Outdoor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UHixSvyPpGw) 2025-07-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 18.9K engagements "The Final Hike of an Instagram Influencer The Arizona Desert Trek That Turned Deadly When 31-year-old Instagram influencer Hannah Moody set out for a solo hike in the Arizona desert she was full of life faith and purpose. An exotic dancer turned bodybuilder turned spiritual guide Hannah believed the trail was where she found God. But what began as a simple morning hike would unravel into something no one expected. 0:00 Introduction 0:37 Hannah Moody and Her Faith Journey 4:35 The Deadly Hike on the Gateway Trail 8:25 The Search For Hannah 10:15 Found 11:58 The Aftermath & Hannah Moody's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pFqiJcJItuI) 2025-07-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 83.4K engagements "Hellish Hike on Mt San Jacinto's Skyline Trail Extreme Heat Puts Hiker in Peril In July [----] while consulting in Palm Springs Robert Liebler and his colleague set their sights on the Skyline Traila punishing 10000-foot climb up Mount San Jacinto. No water. No shade. Just dust heat and rock. At [--] a.m. they began their ascent under a sky still stitched with stars. But by sunrise the temperature was already soaring. The trail offered no mercy as his energy drained. And somewhere on that mountain something would go terribly wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Bob Liebler's Hike on Mt San Jacinto Begins" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1-sPmyfvANM) 2025-07-12T22:33Z 133K followers, 44.7K engagements "The Fall of the Brazilian Backpacker The Juliana Marins Story Juliana Marins a vibrant 26-year-old Brazilian backpacker embarked on an epic solo travel trip across Southeast Asia. On June [--] [----] Juliana joined a tour group ascending Mount Rinjani Indonesias secondhighest active volcano. On the second day of the climb fatigue sets in and she pauses to rest separating herself from her companions. In the grip of dense fog and unstable terrain Juliana slipped [----] ft down the crater rim. A drone later captures her perched hundreds of meters below the main trailalive signaling for help. Rescue" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1ngbPqf1KTA) 2025-07-06T15:00Z 133K followers, 80.9K engagements "How the Sunjoy IceCove Portable AC Saved Me From Outdoor Disasters Special thanks to@SunjoyLife for sending this product for an honest review. This is definitely an OD-approved product. By using my discount code OTDZSTER13 you'll receive a 13% discount on all non-discounted items on sunjoyshop.com excluding replacements. Check out Sunjoy products at the following link: https://sunjoyshop.com/ref=pxqlhisk To purchase the IceCove Portable AC click here: https://sunjoyshop.com/products/air-conditioner_pos=2&_sid=f310b3282&_ss=r Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s94GPzvLavA) 2025-06-30T18:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "Brothers of Rock Ice and Death A Famous Climbing Duos Tragic Story on Gasherbrum Mountain climbers Dmitry Golovchenko and Sergey Nilov met in [----] and formed a bond stronger than rope. For twenty years they climbed togetherice walls unclimbed faces routes that broke other men and won awards and notoriety in the process. They would go down as one of the most prolific climbing duos in mountaineering history. They had a kind of trust that doesnt need words. They were like brothers. But sometimes a bond that deep is what takes you down. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 The Dynamic Climbing Duo: Dmitry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q9dSDyb4wvk) 2025-06-27T15:00Z 133K followers, 23K engagements "Utah: Disasters Elevated Utah National Parks Disasters Marathon Utah lures you in with landscapes that make you believe God took His time with this place. People come here chasing wonder. And they find it. But wonder doesn't keep you alive. This place is ruthless. The following stories show that in Utah peril is just around the corner if you're not paying attention or you're not prepared. 0:00 Introduction 1:43 Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab https://youtu.be/3RClOmvTfsY 35:33 A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon https://youtu.be/FodzqyWpA08 1:02:00 Lost and Lying in Zion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kwyVBPLwPIU) 2025-06-24T15:01Z 133K followers, 29.3K engagements "A Family Hike Goes Horribly Wrong The White Sands French Disaster The Steiners were a quiet hardworking family from a small town in France. In [----] they set out on a five-week road trip across the American West. They chased beauty through Yellowstone Utah and New Mexico. Then they arrived at White Sands. And thats where everything changed. What happened next would tear their world apart 0:00 Introduction 0:49 The Steiner's Trip Through the American West 3:27 The White Sand National Park Hike 9:09 The Hike Goes Horribly Wrong 13:45 The Search for the Steiners 16:23 The Aftermath 19:58" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qhaZOdQ1wog) 2025-06-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 274.1K engagements "Camping Idiots with the BLUETTI AC200L #BLUETTI #AC200L #SolarGenerator #Amazon #PrimeDay #PrimeDay2025 BLUETTI Prime Day Mega Deal Lowest Price in [----] Dont miss your once-in-a-generation chance to save BIG on BLUETTI power stations. Amazon:https://amzn.to/3G0DepN Websitehttps://bit.ly/4n2numX Exclusive Code on Webiste:OUTDOOR05 Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HSmT0Gu7Xtw) 2025-06-17T16:30Z 133K followers, 11.1K engagements "A Horrible Hike in Paradise Hiker Gets Lost in a Forest in Hawaii Amanda Eller a yoga instructor and physical therapist living in Hawaii set out for what was supposed to be a short solo hike in Mauis Makawao Forest. Just a quick run to clear her head. No phone no heavy gearjust the trees the trail and her thoughts. But one wrong turn became two and soon the forest no longer felt familiar. As daylight faded and panic crept in Amanda found herself deep in the jungle with no clear way out. Exhausted and disoriented she used leaves to shield herself from the cold mud shivering as light rain began" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q-MOcd1bn08) 2025-06-13T15:01Z 133K followers, 40.3K engagements "Trapped in Canyonlands Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab On December [--] [----] Danelle Ballengee loaded Tazher wiry golden-red rescue dog into her truck with the plan to run on the Amasa Back Trail near Canyonlands National Park. They arrived at the trial and she and Taz started running with no idea of the disaster looming. Her feet slipped near a cliff and then she fell [--] feet below shattering her pelvis unable to walk. This was the start of an ordeal that would bring her to the brink of death. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3RClOmvTfsY) 2025-06-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.4K engagements "Erased by Mt. Shasta The Strangest Climbing Story in History In the spring of [----] 69-year-old Carl Landers set out to climb Californias Mount Shasta. An experienced hiker with a passion for the outdoors Carl had attempted the mountain before and was determined to reach the summit this time. What began as a routine alpine ascent would soon spiral into one of the most baffling mountain disappearances in modern history. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access: https://www.patreon.com/OutdoorDisasters Be the fuel behind Outdoor Disasters Donate to my coffee" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RJEg54f-oPI) 2025-05-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 67.4K engagements "Tragedy Inside the Cave The Disaster at Ellison's Cave On February [--] [----] what was meant to be a thrilling weekend adventure into Ellisons Cave turned into a nightmare. Grant Lockenbach and Michael Pirie part of a group of young explorers from the University of Florida entered the darkness full of excitementbut underground even one mistake can be fatal. Deep beneath Pigeon Mountain they would face a test of survivaland before the day was over tragedy would strike. 0:00 Introduction 0:39 The Adventure to Ellison's Cave 7:02 The Disastrous Descent 12:36 The Rescue Attempt 18:16 The Life of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ABaBhAN9HuI) 2025-05-16T15:00Z 133K followers, 21.2K engagements "A Horrific Survival Situation Plane Crashes in Shark Infested Waters in the Atlantic On December [--] [----] 37-year-old Walter Wyatta former Vietnam War jet pilotclimbed into his twin-engine Beechcraft for a quick trip back home from Nassau to Miami. But overnight thieves had stripped his navigation system leaving him with only a compass and a handheld radio. Flying blind with no co-pilot and no GPS Wyatt pressed on. Then came the storm. The compass spun uselessly the clouds swallowed the sky and he realized he was lost. As the storm worsened and fuel drained away Wyatt's engines died one by one." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I3LaqfjGEuo) 2025-05-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 53.9K engagements "A Life or Death Trek to Save His Brother A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon In November of [----] brothers Justin and Jermey set out for a canyoneering adventure in Southern Utah known as the Baptist Draw a popular technical canyoneering route. Everything was going fine until one descent Justin fell and severely broke his leg a life-threatening injury. Unable to carry him out and with temperatures below freezing Jeremy set out to get help. What was supposed to be a fairly straightforward trek back to the car Jeremy became lost. Time was running out for his brother. 0:00 Introduction 0:44" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FodzqyWpA08) 2025-05-02T15:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements "Abandoned on a Cold Mountain A Father & Son Ski Outing Turns Deadly In [----] Michael and Matthew Couillard set off on a ski outing at the Kartalkaya ski center near Ankara Turkey. On one ski run near the top a wall of fog rolled in and swallowed the mountain and they lost the trail. This would be the beginning of a harrowing ordeal for the father and son duo. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The Couliards Ski Trip 3:44 Lost 10:02 The Search for Mike and Matt 14:09 The Quest for Help 22:00 Found 26:07 Aftermath 28:10 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Umw2dhnjR1U) 2025-04-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 30.9K engagements "When The GPS Leads You Astray Bad Decisions on the Road Marathon You trust GPS more than your own eyes. And then the road is gone. The pavement fades to dust. It does not whisper warnings or beg you to turn back. You will miss a turn. The map or GPS will send you down the wrong path. The road can be a joy. But if you don't make wise decisions and use common sense the road can be a disaster. These stories embody that if you make bad decisions on the road there are catastrophic consequences. 0:00 Introduction 1:09 Fighting to Survive Death Valley's Deadly Heat 16:53 A GPS Mess 41:51 GPS Leads" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sH_uOpMyLSo) 2025-04-21T21:12Z 133K followers, 24.8K engagements "Abandoned in the Arctic Trapped in Alaska's Wilderness In [----] 34-year-old wildlife photographer Carl McCunn set out for a five-month solo expedition deep in Alaskas Arctic wilderness. It was meant to be the adventure of a lifetimejust him his camera a rifle and the raw beauty of the land. He flew in by bush plane with enough supplies to last through the summer and arranged informally for a friend to pick him up in August. But that handshake agreement would prove catastrophic. Everything seemed to be going according to planuntil August 7th came and went and no plane arrived. Stranded over 100" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J2aO3sWdy14) 2025-04-18T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.9K engagements "Bad Decision.Dire Consequence Stranded in Death Valley in Summer In August of [----] Alicia and Carlos Sanchez embarked on a camping trip to Death Valley. Using her GPS it guided her down a rough gravel path that wound through the southern edge of Death Valley. Then a hidden hole in the road trapped their Jeep. They were stranded with temperatures already nearing [---] degrees. And there was no cell signal. What started as a fun mother and son trip was teetering on catastrophe. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Alicia and Carlos's Trip to Death Valley 5:32 Stranded 9:25 Dire Straits 12:14 Found 15:06 Final" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4gMwwR0_Ofw) 2025-04-11T15:00Z 133K followers, 165.3K engagements "Man Voluntarily Disappeared Into the Outback Surviving Australian Desert with Almost Nothing Robert Bogucki an American firefighter from Alaska set out on what he believed would be a deeply spiritual journey into the Great Sandy Desert of Australia. A devout man he sought to test himself to find answers to push beyond human limits. He abandoned his bike early on and continued on foot believing that faith and resilience would carry him through. Days stretched into weeks and as time passed concern grew. Authorities launched a search but the vast emptiness swallowed their efforts. The Western" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-EgYHCJp75Y) 2025-04-04T15:00Z 133K followers, 34.3K engagements "Surviving Joshua Tree with the BLUETTI Elite [---] V2 Purchase the Bluettie Elite [---] V2 at the link below. Use the code OUTDIS05 for 5% off all Bluetti products. Elite [---] V2 Product Linkhttps://bit.ly/4is0gUf Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6wrg-ycCZrU) 2025-03-25T19:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements "The Missionary Who Broke the RulesAnd Paid the Price The Dangerous Quest to North Sentinel Island John Allen Chau first read about the Sentinelese in High School. They were a small untouched people on North Sentinel Island. The Sentinelese had no knowledge of God. Chau read this took it in and saw the path ahead. In November [----] after years of training in missionary work and prayer John made his move and embarked on his mission to convert the Sentinelese people which would end in disaster. 0:00 Introduction 0:46 North Sentinel Island 5:29 Who is John Allen Chau 8:05 Gearing up for North" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c5jxOaifHJ4) 2025-03-23T14:34Z 133K followers, 37.5K engagements "Death in Paradise Yosemite Disasters Marathon Yosemite is both a cathedral and a crucible. One wrong step and you are goneno second chances. The danger in Yosemite is not the kind that shouts. It does not warn you. It does not make a sound. It is quiet patient waiting. The following stories show that Yosemite makes you think you belong here. That you understand it. That you are in control. But you're not. And it only takes one slip of sense for your adventure to descend into a disaster. 0:00 Introduction 1:28 BASE Jump Gone Wrong In Yosemite https://youtu.be/xLpcj1UiFoU 22:27 Catastrophe in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hWYsL_EIz7Q) 2025-03-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 40.5K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Stranded on a Mountain Road in a Blizzard A Perilous Fight for Life in the Cascades On November [--] [----] 37-year-old Daryl Jane set out from Bainbridge Island toward Trout Lake Washington driving his trusty Jeep Cherokee into the Cascades. The plan was simple: a night with friends a drum circle and back home in time for the Seahawks game. But winter had other ideas. Choosing the direct route along the infamous NF-23 road Jane drove straight into a mounting snowstorm. The forest grew white and silent the road vanished and soon his Jeep was stuck fastsnow piling higher cell service gone and no"
YouTube Link 2025-09-14T15:00Z 133K followers, 76.1K engagements
"Deadly Mt. Hood Hike Disastrous Storm Strikes During High School Trip About an hour before midnight on Mothers Day in [----] a group of teenagers assembled at an Episcopal high school in Portland Oregon to embark on an expedition. Their goal was to summit Mount Hood completing an adventure program that was required for all sophomores. Fifteen boys and girls one mother one priest one administrator two guides. Twenty people in all would attempt the climb initially. On that night in May the group left Timberline at around [--] A.M. and were met with temperatures that were comfortably above freezing."
YouTube Link 2024-01-27T18:27Z 133K followers, 122.5K engagements
"Bad Decision.Dire Consequence Stranded in Death Valley in Summer In August of [----] Alicia and Carlos Sanchez embarked on a camping trip to Death Valley. Using her GPS it guided her down a rough gravel path that wound through the southern edge of Death Valley. Then a hidden hole in the road trapped their Jeep. They were stranded with temperatures already nearing [---] degrees. And there was no cell signal. What started as a fun mother and son trip was teetering on catastrophe. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Alicia and Carlos's Trip to Death Valley 5:32 Stranded 9:25 Dire Straits 12:14 Found 15:06 Final"
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T15:00Z 133K followers, 165.3K engagements
"The Boat Left Them Stranded at Sea in Komodo National Park James Manning and Charlotte Allin signed up for a week-long diving expedition in Komodo National Park. After resurfacing they peer around for the dive boat. When they see the boat return they shout and blow their whistles but the boat doesn't seem to notice them. An hour later the divers are shocked into silent horror as the boat speeds away leaving them in the middle of the ocean. The group has been abandoned as the dive boat vanishes over the horizon leaving this in one of the most dire survival situations one can be in. 0:00"
YouTube Link 2024-06-30T15:00Z 133K followers, 269.3K engagements
"Led Astray by GPS Family Lost in Death Valley in Summer In July [----] Donna and Gina Cooper and Jenny Leung visited Scottys Castle in Death Valley National Park. As they left the parking lot of the castle Donna saw a sign for Racetrack Playa a place she always wanted to visit. With her GPS device she plugged in the destination. But Death Valley has a way to play tricks on you especially if you rely on GPS. And today it was leading them into a death trap. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 The Trip to Scotty's Castle 3:17 Wrong Turn 10:08 Lost 14:02 Death Valley Desert Oasis 20:54 Found 22:31 Aftermath"
YouTube Link 2025-03-07T16:12Z 133K followers, 272.6K engagements
"When Endurance Fails in The Grand Canyon Triple-Digit Heat Turned a Run into Hell In the summer of [----] Margaret Bradley and a running partner set out on a 27-mile run through the Grand Canyon confident that speed and endurance would carry them. As they dropped below the rim the canyon floor climbed to triple-digit temperatures and brought very little water. Before long dehydration set in and her partner collapsed unable to continue. Margaret made a desperate choice to run ahead for help. But one mistake during her run for help would be a catastrophic decision. 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Margaret"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T16:01Z 133K followers, 40.6K engagements
"The Fall of the Brazilian Backpacker The Juliana Marins Story Juliana Marins a vibrant 26-year-old Brazilian backpacker embarked on an epic solo travel trip across Southeast Asia. On June [--] [----] Juliana joined a tour group ascending Mount Rinjani Indonesias secondhighest active volcano. On the second day of the climb fatigue sets in and she pauses to rest separating herself from her companions. In the grip of dense fog and unstable terrain Juliana slipped [----] ft down the crater rim. A drone later captures her perched hundreds of meters below the main trailalive signaling for help. Rescue"
YouTube Link 2025-07-06T15:00Z 133K followers, 80.9K engagements
"BASE Jump Gone Wrong In Yosemite Few people in the 21st century have embodied the free-spirited and counter-cultural roots of rock climbing like Dean Potter. This six-foot-five 180-pound larger-than-life character was considered to be the most influential climber of his generation. In May [----] while in his beloved Yosemite Dean Potter had an incident while Base jumping would shake the extreme sports world to its core. Merch now available https://outdoordiasters.creator-spring.com/ If you haven't yet please subscribe by clicking here:"
YouTube Link 2024-03-26T16:00Z 130K followers, 129.1K engagements
"Beauty Struggle & Tragedy National Parks Disasters Marathon [--] There is deep joy in our national parks the kind that settles into you and stays. Glacier National Park Kings Canyon Canyonlands Grand Teton North Cascades and White Sands National Park are just some that invite you to walk slowly to look up more than you look ahead to remember that beauty still exists without needing to be owned or improved. But the same canyon that steals your breath will take your footing. The same river that sings in spring will pin you underwater in summer. The desert that glows at sunset will kill you by noon"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T16:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Can the BLUETTI APEX [---] Save This Festival Disaster Take advantage of the Black Friday Deals and get yourself the monster of a Power Station Link below: Apex [---] link: https://reurl.cc/8bpYGy Hashtags: #BLUETTI #Apex300 #rv #camping #homebackup #portablepowerstation Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T19:30Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Trapped Alone and Out of Time GPS Leads Couple Stranded in the Nevada Mountains Ronnie and Beverly Barker an elderly couple from Indiana set out on a cross-country road trip in their RV from Indiana to Oregon then to Arizonaa journey theyve taken many times before. But this time one wrong turn guided by GPS sends them deep into the Nevada wilderness. Stranded miles from help they face an ordeal that would put their lives at risk. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Ronnie & Beverly's RV Trip Across America 4:12 Wrong Turn 10:41 Trapped 16:11 Where's Ronnie & Beverly 17:23 Tragedy 25:43 Rescue 32:49"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T16:00Z 133K followers, 55K engagements
"Raining Boulders on the Mountain Rockfall Horror on Kilimanjaro Scott Dinsmore founder of Live Your Legend a movement to help people build lives around work they love gained notoriety after his TEDx talk How to Find and Do Work You Love caught fire. In [----] Scott and his wife Chelsea set out to see the world with one of the stops Kilimanjaro in Tanzania Africa. While climbing up the mountain disaster strikes by rockfall changing the Dinsmore's lives forever. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Scott Dinsmore and Live Your Legend 2:37 Climbing Kilimanjaro 5:28 Disaster on the Mountain 13:54 Lasting Legacy"
YouTube Link 2025-02-23T16:00Z 112K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Trail of Fears Lost and Not Found on the Appalachian Trail Geraldine "Gerry" Largay trail name "Inchworm" embarked on an ambitious Appalachian Trail thru-hike in [----]. When her hiking partner had to abruptly leave the hike she now embarked on the trail alone. Now in Maine when Gerry had to go off trail to relieve herself she got turned around and could not find the trail. This began a horrific ordeal of being lost in the wilderness with no way out. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Gerry Largay's Thru-Hike Begins 5:50 The Appalachian Trail Adventure 10:01 Alone on the Trail 15:42 The Disaster Begins"
YouTube Link 2025-02-16T16:00Z 112K followers, 15.5K engagements
"Running into a Nightmare Ultramarathoner Lost in North Cascades National Park What was meant to be a quick trail run in the rugged North Cascades turned into a fight for survival. On July [--] [----] 39-year-old ultrarunner Robert Schock set out from the Hannegan Pass trailhead with only his dog minimal gear and the confidence that he'd be back by dusk. But shifting weather vanishing trails and the unforgiving terrain pushed him deep into one of the most remote wilderness areas in the United States. As darkness fell and days passed hunger set in landmarks disappeared and even his loyal dog would"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T16:00Z 133K followers, 41.7K engagements
"The Aipas C2 E-Bike Review If you're interested in this bike and would like a discount on your purchase click on the following link or use the promo code OUTDOORDISASTER. You'll be helping this channel out with the purchase. Thanks https://aipasbike.com/ref=pwnqccca Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this"
YouTube Link 2025-02-07T00:32Z 132K followers, [----] engagements
"The Desert That Turned Against Them A Hike to Remember for All the Wrong Reasons in Big Bend In October [----] journalist Cathy Frye and her Husband Rick McFarland set out for what was supposed to be a simple desert hike through Big Bend Ranch State Park in West Texas. But when the trail vanished and the heat rose their trip turned into a desperate fight for survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 Rick and Cathy's Anniversary Hike Begins 6:32 Getting Lost on the Trail 12:43 Trying to Survive 21:19 Leaving 32:37 The Search for Cathy 37:23 Found 41:39 The Aftermath 44:30 Conclusion Music by Scott"
YouTube Link 2025-10-19T15:00Z 129K followers, 46.4K engagements
"Fear and Loathing on Denali Climbers Terrifying Ordeal In [----] the [--] member Densan party from Great Britain arrived at Kahiltna base camp ready to climb Denali. On May [--] the trio began their summit bid. As they cross the football field the wind intensifies and the temperature drops to around minus 50C with winds howling at about [--] miles per hour. The harsh conditions take a toll on everyone with hypothermia and frostbite festering in the group. With the summit in reach the team is forced to find shelter in a crevasse with the summit bid in jeopardy. 0:00 Introduction 0:51 Denali (Formerly"
YouTube Link 2024-08-25T15:00Z 130K followers, 80.7K engagements
"Hellish Hike in Grand Canyon Scout Trek Descends into Disaster Amidst 110+ Degree Heatwave #Disaster #NationalPark #Survival #WildernessSurvival The Grand Canyon is a massive geological formation located in the state of Arizona United States. It is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the world and draws millions of visitors each year. In June of [----] a group of Boy Scouts and their leaders faced a daunting challenge on one of the Grand Canyon's toughest trails. Five teenage boys and [--] scout leaders embarked on a journey through the Grand Canyon. Unbeknownst to them a freak heat wave"
YouTube Link 2023-08-27T15:00Z 130K followers, 116.8K engagements
"Stranded Climber Stuck on Mt Hood Mary Grimm-Owen's Desperate Attempt to Survive Mary Grimm an avid hiker and mountain climber decided to climb Mt. Hood. When Marry got to Mt. Hood on a Saturday evening in March [----] she arrived in the Timberline Lodge parking lot tired fell asleep and awoke late at 10am. Mary Grimm was very under-equipped and she knew it. She was starting her ascent hours late and climbing alone having told no one of her plans. The risks Mary was taking were adding up dangerously. She ignored weather warnings and was woefully under-equipped. She hadnt been climbing for the"
YouTube Link 2023-04-24T16:00Z 132K followers, 82.6K engagements
"Shipwrecked in the Sea of Cortez Survival Turns to Desperation Three men set out on what was supposed to be a routine fishing trip in the Sea of Cortez. But when a sudden storm stranded them on a desolate island their fight for survival turned into a brutal test of endurance friendship and the will to live. With no radio no rescue in sight and the island slowly breaking them down only two would make it back. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Lorenzo and Joe's Deep Sea Trip 5:04 Shipwrecked 15:27 Trek for Rescue 21:05 Tragedy & Rescue 26:21 Aftermath 33:03 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T15:01Z 133K followers, 20.8K engagements
"Naya Rivera's Lake Piru Tragedy Naya Rivera is a woman of many talents and a bright star in the entertainment world. Her journey to stardom was marked by determination resilience and a passion for her craft. Naya's breakthrough came when she landed the role of Santana Lopez on the hit TV series "Glee." Naya's singing ability and acting prowess shone through earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. She became a loving mother to her son Josey whom she adored and cherished. On July [--] [----] she and her young son embarked on a boating trip to Lake Piru in California. A mother-son"
YouTube Link 2024-05-02T16:30Z 130K followers, 19.7K engagements
"Joshua Tree Claims Another Overconfident Hiker The Final Hike of Bill Ewasko In June [----] 65-year-old psychologist and hiker Bill Ewasko vanished inside Joshua Tree National Park. Searchers scoured the desert for weeks finding only his car and one faint cell phone ping miles away. For twelve years his disappearance haunted rescuers spawning one of the most mysterious cases in the parks history. When his remains were finally found the truth of what happened revealed a story far more haunting than anyone imagined. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Bill Ewasko Disappears in Joshua Tree 4:02 The Search for"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T15:01Z 133K followers, 93K engagements
"John Muir Trail Expedition in the Sierras Turns Disastrous Survival on Mt Whitney During a Storm What began as a dream expedition along the John Muir Trail turned into a nightmare atop the lower 48's highest peak. After skiing over [---] miles through the Sierra Nevada Jean Muenchrath and her boyfriend Ken reached the summit of Mount Whitneyjust as a brutal storm closed in. In a desperate bid to outrun the storm they chose to descend the mountains treacherous north face. It was a decision that would unravel into catastrophe plunging them into an ordeal that would push them to the very brink of"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T16:01Z 130K followers, 26.1K engagements
"They Ignored the Road Closure Off-Roading Gone Wrong in the Sierra Nevada Mountains In November [----] Paula Lane and her boyfriend Rod Clifton set out on what should have been a simple drive home through the Sierra Nevada. But one wrong decision to off-road down a snowed in familiar mountain road plunged them into a violent winter storm and a fight for survival they never saw coming. Stranded help nowhere around Paula and Rod was forced to confront the limits of their endurance. What happened would become one of the most astonishing survival stories in the Sierras history. 0:00 Introduction"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T16:01Z 133K followers, 92.3K engagements
"Canyoneers in Peril During Flash Flood in Zion National Park On the afternoon of Monday September [--] [----] southwestern Utah received heavy rain. Storms arrived between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m and dropped [----] in Zion National Park causing flash floods including in a small canyon called Keyhole Canyon. Park rangers received a report of a group of seven people canyoneering in Keyhole Canyon that had not returned to their car Monday evening. A search began Tuesday morning. As the search continued for the missing hikers high water levels and continued rain showers posed further flash flooding concerns."
YouTube Link 2023-10-31T16:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"The Final Hike of an Instagram Influencer The Arizona Desert Trek That Turned Deadly When 31-year-old Instagram influencer Hannah Moody set out for a solo hike in the Arizona desert she was full of life faith and purpose. An exotic dancer turned bodybuilder turned spiritual guide Hannah believed the trail was where she found God. But what began as a simple morning hike would unravel into something no one expected. 0:00 Introduction 0:37 Hannah Moody and Her Faith Journey 4:35 The Deadly Hike on the Gateway Trail 8:25 The Search For Hannah 10:15 Found 11:58 The Aftermath & Hannah Moody's"
YouTube Link 2025-07-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 83.4K engagements
"A Family Hike Goes Horribly Wrong The White Sands French Disaster The Steiners were a quiet hardworking family from a small town in France. In [----] they set out on a five-week road trip across the American West. They chased beauty through Yellowstone Utah and New Mexico. Then they arrived at White Sands. And thats where everything changed. What happened next would tear their world apart 0:00 Introduction 0:49 The Steiner's Trip Through the American West 3:27 The White Sand National Park Hike 9:09 The Hike Goes Horribly Wrong 13:45 The Search for the Steiners 16:23 The Aftermath 19:58"
YouTube Link 2025-06-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 274.1K engagements
"Sliding Down a Mountain Gone Wrong YouTuber's Hiking Disaster on Mt. Whitney At [--] Joseph Brambila set out to conquer Mount Whitneya peak that had become his personal obsession. A self-taught hiker from southeast Los Angeles with no fancy gear or formal training Joseph turned to the mountains for peace solitude and faith. He shared his journey on YouTube as Jobrm posting honest unfiltered videos of trial error and determination. But on that July day in [----] ambition overruled caution. Whitney had humbled him beforebut this time would be different. And somewhere high on its unforgiving slopes"
YouTube Link 2026-01-11T16:01Z 133K followers, 28.8K engagements
"A GPS Mess A Family Stranded in the Grand Canyon Wilderness In late December [----] Eric Karen and their son Izzy Klein decided to take a trip to Las Vegas. To make the most of their time out west they decided to hit the road and visit Zion Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon. After visiting Bryce they made their way to the north rim of the Grand Canyon but GPS threw them a curve. The main road to the north rim was closed so the navigation system redirected them onto a smaller less-traveled route. As they drove down the road Kleins trip began to take a different turn and the road turned rough and"
YouTube Link 2024-11-09T16:00Z 133K followers, 288.3K engagements
"Stranded in the Valley of Death Death Valley National Park Disasters Marathon Under the Death Valley sun the line between adventure and oblivion is thin. People come for the thrill for the photos for the illusion that they'll be fine. The GPS tells you a shortcut and you believe it. You drive down a lonely dirt road miles from pavement from help from mercy. The air grows hotter the tires sink deeper and your mind starts to betray you. Out here technology is useless. Batteries die maps lie and the silence is absolute. 0:00 Introduction 1:36 A Couple Stranded in the Desert 15:07 Stranded in"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 19.6K engagements
"The Deadly Half Dome Cave Hikers Caught in Yosemite Lightning Storm Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers to climb to the top. On September [--] [----] Jordan Dean Josh Van Dyke Jordan Swendener a couple of other friends set off for a typical hike on the trail to Half Dome one of the most popular hikes in America. The day started off clear. The group checked the weather before they set out for a hike and Jordan Dean remembers seeing a low probability of rain Thursday morning as they set out to summit Half Dome. At the base of the cables theres an infamous warning sign"
YouTube Link 2023-11-08T20:27Z 133K followers, 71.1K engagements
"The Fall Near Angels Landing Hike Gone Horribly Wrong in Zion National Park On a cold winter day in [----] Corbin McMillen left his home in St. George and drove toward Zion National Park drawn back to one of the most dangerous hikes in the world: Angels Landing. When Corbin didnt return home that night concern quickly turned into alarm. By morning his car still sat at the trailhead untouched. Search teams were called in and attention focused on the cliffs high above Zion Canyon. This is the story of a man a dangerous hike and a moment when everything went wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Corbin's"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T16:00Z 133K followers, 34.6K engagements
"Vanished in the White Mountains A Chilling Hike Through Arctic Winds on Franconia Ridge Emily Sotelo a driven compassionate and fiercely determined 19-year-old was an avid hiker. With only a few peaks left to complete her goal of summiting all [--] of New Hampshires 4000-footers she set out alone on a November morning in [----] chasing one final victory before her 20th birthday. As the weather closed in and hours passed with no word hope turned to urgency. What happened next would spark a massive search effort and leave behind a story no one would forget. 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Emily Sotelo's"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T16:01Z 133K followers, 69.3K engagements
"Man Voluntarily Disappeared Into the Outback Surviving Australian Desert with Almost Nothing Robert Bogucki an American firefighter from Alaska set out on what he believed would be a deeply spiritual journey into the Great Sandy Desert of Australia. A devout man he sought to test himself to find answers to push beyond human limits. He abandoned his bike early on and continued on foot believing that faith and resilience would carry him through. Days stretched into weeks and as time passed concern grew. Authorities launched a search but the vast emptiness swallowed their efforts. The Western"
YouTube Link 2025-04-04T15:00Z 133K followers, 34.3K engagements
"Survival in the Alaskan Mountains Climbing Disaster Unfolds on Denali In the spring of [----] climbers Mike Helms and Bob Kandiko came upon two other climbers Jack Roberts and Simon McCartney in peril near the summit of Alaskas 20310-foot Denali. Over the next several days and in very difficult conditions Helms and Kandiko attempted to save the two climbers' lives. Helms and Kandiko were part of separate climbing teams on other peaks in Denali National Park and Preserve but a long stretch of bad weather forced the teams back into base camp and eventually most of their fellow climbers gave up"
YouTube Link 2023-05-01T15:55Z 99.2K followers, 99.5K engagements
"War World II POWs Escape Prison Camp to Climb Mt Kenya The Incredible Story of Felice Benuzzi In the shadow of Mount Kenya surrounded by the forests and creatures of the savannah life drags interminably for the inmates of POW Camp [---] captured in Africa during World War II. Confined to an endless cycle of boredom and frustration one prisoner realizes he can bear it no longer. When the clouds covering Mount Kenya part one morning to reveal its towering peaks for the first time Felice Benuzzi is transfixed. The monotony of camp life is broken by the beginnings of a sudden idea--an outrageous"
YouTube Link 2023-07-09T15:03Z 115K followers, 11K engagements
"He Left Everything Behind to Venture Into The Wild "Into the Wild" is the true story of Christopher McCandless a young man who embarks on a transformative journey into the Alaskan wilderness. Dissatisfied with modern society and its materialistic values Chris donates his savings cuts ties with his family and sets off on a solo adventure to find meaning and freedom. Throughout his travels Chris encounters various individuals who impact his journey including kind-hearted people who offer him help and guidance and others who challenge his beliefs. He experiences the beauty of nature the thrill"
YouTube Link 2023-09-19T17:04Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"The Climb That Cost Everything Teen Free Solo Climber Falls in Yosemite Grant Cline's obsession with climbing in Yosemite began as a child watching climbing videos idolizing the legends. This obsession would lead to an act of defiance. At [--] against his parents' wishes he ran away to dirtbag in Yosemite. What started as a dream summer in Yosemite would turn into something far more tragic. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Grant Cline's Yosemite Obsession 3:44 Dirtbagging in Yosemite 7:54 The Return to Yosemite & Free Solo Fascination 13:44 The Fall 19:21 The Aftermath 22:32 Conclusion Join the Outdoor"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T15:00Z 128K followers, 135.9K engagements
"In the Path of a Huge Falling Rock Vanlife Turned Perilous Kevin DePaolo arrived in Bishop California after three years on the road living out of his van. December [--] [----] DePaolo and his friend met up to go rock hunting in the Inyo Mountains near the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada. During the hunt a rock shifted and the boulder rolled and crashed into DePaolo pinning his leg and pelvis under its weight. What was supposed to be a relaxing day of mineral hunting with a friend in the rugged backcountry became a nightmarish fight for survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Kevin Goes Rock Hunting"
YouTube Link 2024-11-24T16:00Z 103K followers, 11.4K engagements
"The World Held It's Breath Children Trapped in a Cave in Thailand In June [----] the world held its breath for [--] days as a group of elite cave divers risked everything to rescue [--] boys known to the world as the Thai Cave Boys and their coach from underwater caverns in Northern Thailand. The boys all members of a soccer team The Wild Boars had gone into a long winding underground of the Tham Luang Cave with their coach to celebrate one of the boy's birthdays. But it was just before the four-month monsoon season and while they were in the cave it started to downpour outside. Rainwater rushed"
YouTube Link 2024-09-05T14:58Z 95.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Hellish Hike on Mt San Jacinto's Skyline Trail Extreme Heat Puts Hiker in Peril In July [----] while consulting in Palm Springs Robert Liebler and his colleague set their sights on the Skyline Traila punishing 10000-foot climb up Mount San Jacinto. No water. No shade. Just dust heat and rock. At [--] a.m. they began their ascent under a sky still stitched with stars. But by sunrise the temperature was already soaring. The trail offered no mercy as his energy drained. And somewhere on that mountain something would go terribly wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Bob Liebler's Hike on Mt San Jacinto Begins"
YouTube Link 2025-07-12T22:33Z 133K followers, 44.7K engagements
"Couple Falls Off a Cliff in Yosemite On October [--] [----] Meenakshi Moorthy and Vishnu Viswanath made their way to Yosemite's Taft Point where they planned to take a photo for their Instagram and blog page. They found the perfect spot one that offered an unobstructed view of the vast Yosemite Valley. Despite being fully aware of the risks of taking photos in dangerous places the couple continued to test boundaries in pursuit of the perfect photo. It would ultimately pay the price for using the limits. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega""
YouTube Link 2025-07-31T23:49Z 125K followers, [----] engagements
"Trapped in a Whiteout Nightmare The Cairngorm Plateau Disaster In November [----] a group of [--] students and their three adult leaders set out on a winter navigation exercise in the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland. The students all teenagers from Ainslie Park School in Edinburgh were part of an outdoor group led by Ben Beattie a qualified mountaineering instructor and Catherine Davidson. Their goal was to traverse the Cairngorm Plateau and reach the Curran Bothy a small shelter where they planned to stay overnight. The group set off from Glenmore Lodge with weather conditions already"
YouTube Link 2025-03-14T15:00Z 115K followers, 22K engagements
"Fighting for His Life in Yosemite Injured Hiker Crawls for Survival On October [--] [----] Michael Kalantarian took two days off from his job at the Curry Company in Yosemite Valley to tackle Mt. Clark alone. As he reached an impassable section of the mountain he decided on another route. As he reached for what appeared to be a solid handhold his foot slipped and he fell [--] feet and was too injured to walk out. This would be the beginning of a harrowing ordeal for survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:38 Off to Climb Mt. Clark 3:44 The Fall 5:04 The Crawl for Survival 11:50 The Search for Michael 15:45"
YouTube Link 2024-12-28T16:22Z 108K followers, 20.8K engagements
"From Elation to Tragedy Friend's Ski Trip Takes a Deadly Turn On December [--] [----] Sam Kavanagh went on a ski trip with a group of long-time friends. The friends decided to ski virgin powder on Nemesis Mountain in Montana an extremely remote location notorious for avalanches. As they continued their quest for the perfect run a massive wall of snow weighing thousands of tons rapidly descended towards them which would change all of their lives. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 The Boy's Ski Trip Begins 3:10 Avalanche 8:00 The Rush to Save Sam Kavanagh 16:45 Rescue & Aftermath 21:05 Conclusion Get 2"
YouTube Link 2024-11-21T16:00Z 102K followers, 24.8K engagements
"The Road That Took Everything The Fatal Trail of the Toyota World Runners For Matthew Yeoman and Stacey Tourout the couple behind the YouTube channel Toyota World Runners adventure was a way of life. From the forests of Vancouver Island to the ends of the Pan-American Highway they built their dream rigSunday a one-of-a-kind 4x4 camperand shared their journey with the world. Their love their laughter and their grit turned them into unlikely YouTube stars inspiring thousands as they braved deserts jungles and high mountain passes. But the road they chased so fearlessly held dangers of its"
YouTube Link 2025-08-24T15:00Z 133K followers, 232.9K engagements
"Trapped in Canyonlands Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab On December [--] [----] Danelle Ballengee loaded Tazher wiry golden-red rescue dog into her truck with the plan to run on the Amasa Back Trail near Canyonlands National Park. They arrived at the trial and she and Taz started running with no idea of the disaster looming. Her feet slipped near a cliff and then she fell [--] feet below shattering her pelvis unable to walk. This was the start of an ordeal that would bring her to the brink of death. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access:"
YouTube Link 2025-06-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.4K engagements
"The M Cave Hike Ordeal Kenny Veach was no stranger to the unforgiving terrain of the Mojave Desert. During one of his hikes Kenny stumbled upon a cavern leaving him both intrigued and unnerved which would be called the M Cave. Kenny later shared his encounter with a cave resonating with otherworldly energy featuring an M-shaped entrance in the remote wilderness. This revelation would trigger a series of events that puzzled and captivated those who followed his story. To prove the existence of this cave Kenny Veach Ventured out into the mountains of the Mojave desert with his camera to"
YouTube Link 2025-06-10T13:00Z 120K followers, [----] engagements
"Dead Man Walking Left for Dead on Mt Everest To understand the story of Beck Weathers you must go back to the fateful events of May [----] during the ill-fated expedition on Mt Everest forever etched in infamy. In the spring of [----] Mt Everest braced itself for an influx of climbers from across the globe each harboring a fervent desire to conquer its formidable peak. Beck Weathers was poised at the base of Mount Everest unyielding in his readiness. Faced vision challenges at higher altitudes his guide refused to permit him to summit promising to accompany him on the descent. Unfortunately the"
YouTube Link 2024-02-02T19:30Z [--] followers, 37.8K engagements
"Father & Son Rock Climbing Trip Takes Devastating Turn In Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Charlie Finlayson was just [--] and alone with his dad David deep in the backcountry. They were on a hiking trip in The Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness in Idaho USA when a boulder fell on David. The boulder about the size of a refrigerator broke loose and struck the 52-year-old sending him careening [--] feet down the mountain and knocking him unconscious. He suffered a broken back left arm and heel and a gash to his leg through to the bone. He was severely injured and his life was in"
YouTube Link 2023-09-06T17:17Z 52.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Lost and Lying in Zion The Bizarre Case of Zions Missing Woman Holly Courtier was traveling the country in a converted van and was visiting Zion National Park. She took a shuttle to the Grotto picnic area. Armed with a backpack filled with essentials she ventured into the heart of Zion. Holly found a secluded spot strung up her hammock between two sturdy trees in a vegetated area near the Virgin River and affixed it. But as she went to sit on it it swung back causing her to hit her head on a tree. Her sense of direction failed her and despite her best efforts she found herself lost in Zion's"
YouTube Link 2024-02-08T16:00Z 128K followers, 62.5K engagements
"Jet Ski Daredevils Niagara Falls Fail The Disastrous Stunt by Robert Overacker For seven years Robert meticulously planned his most dangerous stunt yet: going over Niagara Falls. It wasnt just about the danger or the thrill; it was about making a statement. On October [--] [----] 39-year-old Robert Overacker ventured to Niagara Falls to attempt the audacious stunt. But this stunt wasn't just about personal glory or achievement. It was for a cause he believed desperately needed more attention and something as daring as going over Niagara Falls perfectly fit the bill. Although Robert Overacker"
YouTube Link 2024-08-31T15:00Z 117K followers, 279.7K engagements
"Surviving Joshua Tree with the BLUETTI Elite [---] V2 Purchase the Bluettie Elite [---] V2 at the link below. Use the code OUTDIS05 for 5% off all Bluetti products. Elite [---] V2 Product Linkhttps://bit.ly/4is0gUf Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material or"
YouTube Link 2025-03-25T19:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Dam of Death Rushing Rapids Catches Swimmers by Surprise In early February [----] Rachel De Jong proposed a brief detour for a swim at a scenic river spot near the Aratiatia Dam known for its natural rock pools and formations and the dam opening during which water dramatically rushes into the river. As Rachel de Jong and her friends made their way down the trail they heard the sirens around 11:40 a.m. but saw no signs warning them of the impending danger. The dam was scheduled to release water around noon. But within minutes the situation would take a dramatic as the Aratiatia Damn upstream had"
YouTube Link 2024-04-28T15:00Z 77.1K followers, 58.3K engagements
"The [----] Burning Man Mudpocalypse Burning Man is an annual event that takes place in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada USA. It is a unique and distinctive gathering known for emphasizing radical self-expression community art and temporary community building. Participants at Burning Man are encouraged to express themselves creatively and freely. This can involve creating art installations wearing elaborate costumes performing music or engaging in other forms of self-expression. Burning Man creates a temporary city in the desert known as Black Rock City which is built and dismantled by"
YouTube Link 2024-04-16T16:00Z 126K followers, [----] engagements
"An Ordeal of Nightmares The Paria Pipeline Incident On February [--] [----] five professionally trained divers were working off the coast of Pointe--Pierre Trinidad and Tobago for Paria Fuel Trading Company which had contracted them to repair an out-of-service oil pipeline. The divers were assigned to a large underwater U-shaped pipe and had created a hyperbaric chamber to work and breathe normally while submerged. After entering the chamber they removed their diving gear and began their first task: removing an airtight plug designed to prevent oil from escaping the pipe. However the operation"
YouTube Link 2025-01-05T16:00Z 108K followers, [----] engagements
"Tragedy Inside the Cave The Disaster at Ellison's Cave On February [--] [----] what was meant to be a thrilling weekend adventure into Ellisons Cave turned into a nightmare. Grant Lockenbach and Michael Pirie part of a group of young explorers from the University of Florida entered the darkness full of excitementbut underground even one mistake can be fatal. Deep beneath Pigeon Mountain they would face a test of survivaland before the day was over tragedy would strike. 0:00 Introduction 0:39 The Adventure to Ellison's Cave 7:02 The Disastrous Descent 12:36 The Rescue Attempt 18:16 The Life of"
YouTube Link 2025-05-16T15:00Z 133K followers, 21.2K engagements
"Mountain of Monumental Mistakes Bad Decisions in the Wilderness Marathon These stories are cautionary tales that remind you if you take the wilderness for granted you will make catastrophic bad decisions. And she'll prove to you to be the most unforgiving instructor you'll ever face. In the wilderness mistakes can lead to your demise. One poor decision whether its underestimating the terrain skipping vital gear or ignoring the signs nature gives you can set off a chain of events that spirals into disaster. 0:00 Introduction 1:12 Vacation Nightmare https://youtu.be/o3ksk_zo2rY 13:01 Kayaker"
YouTube Link 2024-10-24T15:00Z 128K followers, 129.4K engagements
"Climbers Face Avalanche Assault On April [--] [----] Jim Sweeney and Dave Nyman traveled to the Alaska Range and set their sights on climbing the Elevator Shaft on Mount Johnson. As Jim reached a snow bulge looking for a firm anchor by picking his ice ax at the snow he triggered an avalanche swept off the mountain and hit the mountain face violently while Dave held firm. Jim had a head injury and shattered his hip leaving Dave to attempt to save his friend as a barrage of avalanches assaulted the duo. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega""
YouTube Link 2025-08-22T16:31Z 126K followers, [----] engagements
"Battling Winter After a Plane Crash in Alaska In [----] pilot Leon Crane and [--] other men flew over a desolate expanse of Alaska during what was meant to be a routine test flight. They were ascending toward [-----] feet when one of the engines malfunctioned and failed. Putting on his parachute he jumped from the plane. Crane touched down shouting out to his crewmates yields only silence. The fire and smoke were visible from [--] miles away. The last check-in with the base had been over an hour earlier and they had journeyed far beyond that position by the time of the crash. Neither he nor the Army"
YouTube Link 2025-06-30T21:00Z 122K followers, [----] engagements
"Compound Fracture in the Backcountry Disastrous Hike in Kings Canyon National Park Greg Hein set out on a solo hike to climb 13563-foot Mount Goddard in Kings Canyon National Park. Experienced confident and eager to reconnect with the Sierra Nevada after years away he left the trailhead at twilight ready for a three-day loop. But within twenty-four hours a single slip on loose rock would turn his adventure into a fight for survival testing everything he knew about the mountains and about himself. 0:00 Introduction 0:54 Gregg Hein's Mt Goaddard Hike 6:20 The Disastrous Descent 11:54 Survival"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 33.2K engagements
"Hike Gone Wrong as Teen is Stranded by Deep Snow Glacier National Park a pristine jewel nestled in the heart of Montana's rugged wilderness. Matthew Reed [--] took a detour during his journey back home to Michigan for the summer break from college. He made a brief visit to his beloved national park along the way and informed his family that he was venturing into Glacier National Park for a day hike sharing that the weather was splendid. On Friday May 7th [----] Matthew set out from the Huckleberry Lookout Trailhead in the Apgar Mountains along the park's western boundary. As he ascended"
YouTube Link 2024-04-30T16:00Z 99.6K followers, [----] engagements
"A Life or Death Trek to Save His Brother A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon In November of [----] brothers Justin and Jermey set out for a canyoneering adventure in Southern Utah known as the Baptist Draw a popular technical canyoneering route. Everything was going fine until one descent Justin fell and severely broke his leg a life-threatening injury. Unable to carry him out and with temperatures below freezing Jeremy set out to get help. What was supposed to be a fairly straightforward trek back to the car Jeremy became lost. Time was running out for his brother. 0:00 Introduction 0:44"
YouTube Link 2025-05-02T15:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements
"She Fell from the Sky and Walked Away The Miracle Girl Who Escaped Death in the Jungle Julianne Koepcke looked forward to the trip though airplanes made her uneasy. She and her mother Maria were heading to Pucallpa when a thunderstorm began. Lightning flashed outside the window when the airplane began to nosedive. And then there was a blinding flash when the plane broke apart. She was still strapped to her seat as she was plummeting toward the earth. Miraculously she survived but was in the middle of the Purvivan jungle injured and alone. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The Kopecke's Plane Ride 5:28"
YouTube Link 2025-02-08T16:00Z 112K followers, 10.5K engagements
"Stranded by Ice in Antarctica In August [----] Ernest Shackleton and his crew set sail aboard the Endurance embarking on the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Their goal was audaciousto achieve the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent. But after getting stuck on an ice shelf the expedition would take a disastrous turn as the crew was stranded in the most inhospitable environment on Earth. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega""
YouTube Link 2025-08-06T20:00Z 125K followers, [----] engagements
"Horror in a Boiling Hot Spring Dreadful Outing in Yellowstone In June [----] 23-year-old Colin Scott wandered off the boardwalk at Yellowstones Norris Geyser Basin drawn by the lure of a hidden hot spring. With his sister filming he bent down to test the water but in a place where the ground is as thin as glass and the pools reach near-boiling temperatures one wrong step can turn fatal. What happened next would become one of Yellowstones most haunting tragedies 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Colin and Sable Scott Head to Yellowstone 3:30 Yellowstone & Norris Geyser Basin 6:25 Horror in the Hot Spring"
YouTube Link 2025-09-26T15:00Z 133K followers, 36K engagements
"Camping Idiots with the BLUETTI AC200L #BLUETTI #AC200L #SolarGenerator #Amazon #PrimeDay #PrimeDay2025 BLUETTI Prime Day Mega Deal Lowest Price in [----] Dont miss your once-in-a-generation chance to save BIG on BLUETTI power stations. Amazon:https://amzn.to/3G0DepN Websitehttps://bit.ly/4n2numX Exclusive Code on Webiste:OUTDOOR05 Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If"
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T16:30Z 133K followers, 11.1K engagements
"True Crimes in America's National Parks Murder Mysteries and Disappearances Marathon Every year countless adventurers venture into the National Parks seeking peace challenge or escape. But some never return leaving behind only questions. In the following stories these people are pushed to the edge of human resilience and critical mistakes are made that end with catastrophic consequences. 0:00 Introduction 1:31 A Desert Tragedy https://youtu.be/MV4SQ9sg4mU 19:04 Lost and Wandering in Zion National Park https://youtu.be/4ZabD_5m_is 37:42 Trapped in a Desert Canyon at Carlsbad Caverns National"
YouTube Link 2024-08-23T00:00Z 112K followers, 17.1K engagements
"A Horrific Survival Situation Plane Crashes in Shark Infested Waters in the Atlantic On December [--] [----] 37-year-old Walter Wyatta former Vietnam War jet pilotclimbed into his twin-engine Beechcraft for a quick trip back home from Nassau to Miami. But overnight thieves had stripped his navigation system leaving him with only a compass and a handheld radio. Flying blind with no co-pilot and no GPS Wyatt pressed on. Then came the storm. The compass spun uselessly the clouds swallowed the sky and he realized he was lost. As the storm worsened and fuel drained away Wyatt's engines died one by one."
YouTube Link 2025-05-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 53.9K engagements
"The Wrong Place at the Wrong Time Climbers Caught in Mt. Ruapehu Eruption On September [--] [----] William Pike and James Christie headed to Tongariro National Park to climb Mount Ruapehu in the North Island New Zealand. They planned to reach the Dome Shelter a small hut near the summit to rest and refuel before the final push. As they pushed for the summit unstable snow forced them to turn back the shelter to reach the summit later. As they rested Mount Ruapehu would erupt causing a lahar that rushed towards them unable to escape the coming disaster. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 William and James"
YouTube Link 2025-02-02T16:00Z 111K followers, 24.2K engagements
"Abandoned in the Arctic Trapped in Alaska's Wilderness In [----] 34-year-old wildlife photographer Carl McCunn set out for a five-month solo expedition deep in Alaskas Arctic wilderness. It was meant to be the adventure of a lifetimejust him his camera a rifle and the raw beauty of the land. He flew in by bush plane with enough supplies to last through the summer and arranged informally for a friend to pick him up in August. But that handshake agreement would prove catastrophic. Everything seemed to be going according to planuntil August 7th came and went and no plane arrived. Stranded over 100"
YouTube Link 2025-04-18T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.9K engagements
"Lost After the Storm A Year Adrift in the Pacific Ocean On November [--] [----] Jos Salvador Alvarenga departed from the fishing village of Costa Azul near Pijijiapan on the Chiapas coast of Mexico. An experienced sailor and fisherman he planned a 30-hour deep-sea fishing expedition with 23-year-old Ezequiel Crdoba an inexperienced fisherman he had never met before. After a day of fishing they were caught in a storm. The rough weather damaged the motor and most of their portable electronics and they had to dump the fish to stabilize the boat. Without sails oars an anchor running lights or a means"
YouTube Link 2024-12-22T16:00Z 106K followers, 19.1K engagements
"Buddies' Canadian River Expedition Goes Bad Wolf Wagner [--] and John Hntsch [--] embarked on a Canadian canoeing adventure on the Hayes River in northern Manitoba in the summer of [----]. While the journey proceeded according to the plan it remained challenging. Wagner and Hntsch encountered a challenging stretch of rapids known as the Nunatonowago Rapids. When there was nowhere to portage they tried to carefully float it around the rapid which caused a big hole in the canoe with the vessel now unable to float. With no means of communication the duo left a note in their broken canoe and embarked"
YouTube Link 2025-06-12T07:00Z 120K followers, [----] engagements
"He Left His Best Friend Behind Climbers Face Avalanche Assault On April [--] [----] Jim Sweeney and Dave Nyman traveled to the Alaska Range and set their sights on climbing the Elevator Shaft on Mount Johnson. As Jim reached a snow bulge looking for a firm anchor by picking his ice ax at the snow he triggered an avalanche swept off the mountain and hit the mountain face violently while Dave held firm. Jim had a head injury and shattered his hip leaving Dave to attempt to save his friend as a barrage of avalanches assaulted the duo. 0:00 Introduction 0:34 Alaskan Mountains/Mount Johnson 2:12"
YouTube Link 2024-05-12T15:00Z 99.3K followers, 14.6K engagements
"The Fall of the Yosemite Rock Climbing Superstar The Dan Osman Story Dan "Dano" Osman was a rock climber who reached stardom when he was featured in the Masters of Stone videoa series featuring top climbers of the era. Osman spent much of his life in the Lake Tahoe region where he climbed Cave Rock. Osman gained renown in the realm of free solo climbing. The pivotal moment for Dano occurred in [----] when Osman experienced repeated falls. Initially frightening these substantial falls became exhilarating for Osman as he learned to manage his fear. This marked a significant turning point for him"
YouTube Link 2024-07-28T15:00Z 99.3K followers, 81.2K engagements
"Brothers of Rock Ice and Death A Famous Climbing Duos Tragic Story on Gasherbrum Mountain climbers Dmitry Golovchenko and Sergey Nilov met in [----] and formed a bond stronger than rope. For twenty years they climbed togetherice walls unclimbed faces routes that broke other men and won awards and notoriety in the process. They would go down as one of the most prolific climbing duos in mountaineering history. They had a kind of trust that doesnt need words. They were like brothers. But sometimes a bond that deep is what takes you down. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 The Dynamic Climbing Duo: Dmitry"
YouTube Link 2025-06-27T15:00Z 133K followers, 23K engagements
"Erased by Mt. Shasta The Strangest Climbing Story in History In the spring of [----] 69-year-old Carl Landers set out to climb Californias Mount Shasta. An experienced hiker with a passion for the outdoors Carl had attempted the mountain before and was determined to reach the summit this time. What began as a routine alpine ascent would soon spiral into one of the most baffling mountain disappearances in modern history. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access: https://www.patreon.com/OutdoorDisasters Be the fuel behind Outdoor Disasters Donate to my coffee"
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 67.4K engagements
"The Inspiring Story of Sam "The Mayor of Mt Baldy" Kim Seuk Doo "Sam" Kim [--] affectionately known as "The Spirt of Baldy" and "The Mayor of Baldy" summited the peak over [---] times. Mt. Baldy is the highest peak in the San Gabriel Mountains looming [-----] feet above Los Angeles. If you hiked Baldy over the past few years chances are you probably ran into Sam. At one point he climbed Baldy every day for over [---] days in a row. He became a cult figure for those who frequented the trail as he insisted on talking to passers-by giving them some of his food and posing for pictures. Many hikers have"
YouTube Link 2023-08-30T17:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"When Solo Camping For YouTube Goes Wrong YouTuber Caught in A Blizzard in the Lapland Wilderness Storm De Beul's YouTube channel Storm Outdoorsy was born from this passion. An ASMR-style channel where he explored the Wilderness of Lapland Sweden near the town of Jokkmokk. To Storm it was a place where he could test himself where he could confront the limits of his endurance. Over the months De Beul documented his journey. As he set out for his final trek he was unaware of the blizzard brewing on the horizon which would prove to be a situation he couldn't overcome. 0:00 Introduction 0:41 Storm"
YouTube Link 2025-01-11T18:00Z 109K followers, 30.3K engagements
"Reckless Stunts & Extreme Sports Disasters Marathon [--] When individuals choose to engage in stunts and extreme sports they understand the risks that even a small mistake can bring. For many its the adrenaline rush they cravea dopamine surge that no other activity can match. While outsiders often watch in shock and wonder why anyone would endanger their life or subject their loved ones to the uncertainty and heartache of whether theyll return safely these thrill-seekers become desensitized to the dangers and the impact on those who care about them. The following stories delve into the lives of"
YouTube Link 2025-01-22T16:00Z 111K followers, 33.2K engagements
"Sucked into a Thunderstorm Ewa Winierska is a German paraglider who was one of the world's top-ranked pilots. In February of [----] Winierska set her sights on winning the World Championships in Manila Australia. She participated in a warm-up event before the main event. The initially promising conditions took a turn as storm clouds started to form. Ewa is sent hurtling upwards. Despite her years of experience she can't control the parachute. The horrifying realization hits her she's being sucked right into the clouds. Full Video https://youtu.be/Cmb7sbktOQs Music by Scott Buckley "Omega""
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T21:00Z 120K followers, [----] engagements
"The Hole of Death Swimmer Sucked into a Dam Drainage Hole Emily Terese Schwalen was a brilliant graduate student at UC Davis. But one cold Sunday evening in [----] she drove to Lake Berryessa alone. The lake was swollen from storms and the infamous Glory Hole spillway had begun to churn. What happened next would leave witnesses in shock and leave behind a mystery that still haunts Northern California to this day. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Who Was Emily Schwalen 6:24 Lake Berryessa & The Glory Hole 8:59 The Deadly Swim to the Glory Hole 11:39 What Happened 16:38 Conclusion Join the Outdoor"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 18.9K engagements
"Deadly Journey to the Magic Bus Newlyweds Tragic Honeymoon to Alaska Newlyweds Piotr Markielau and Veranika Nikanava spontaneously traveled to Alaska for their honeymoon a day after their wedding with plans for a pilgrimage to the Magic Bus made famous by the story of Chris McCandless in the book and movie "Into the Wild." What began as a romantic adventure soon turned into a perilous situation as they encountered the same challenge McCandless did.a dangerously swollen river. 0:00 Introduction 0:35 The Magic Bus 1:55 Piotr & Veranika and The Alaskan Adventure 5:11 The Tragedy at the River"
YouTube Link 2024-06-16T15:00Z 84.5K followers, 78.4K engagements
"Abandoned on a Cold Mountain A Father & Son Ski Outing Turns Deadly In [----] Michael and Matthew Couillard set off on a ski outing at the Kartalkaya ski center near Ankara Turkey. On one ski run near the top a wall of fog rolled in and swallowed the mountain and they lost the trail. This would be the beginning of a harrowing ordeal for the father and son duo. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The Couliards Ski Trip 3:44 Lost 10:02 The Search for Mike and Matt 14:09 The Quest for Help 22:00 Found 26:07 Aftermath 28:10 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early"
YouTube Link 2025-04-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 30.9K engagements
"The [--] Bay Area Earthquake Disaster Young Siblings' Harrowing Ordeal Beneath Collapsed Freeway As the clock struck 5:04 PM in the San Francisco Bay Area the serenity was shattered by a sudden jolt. Buildings swayed and the ground rumbled causing panic and disarray as people sought shelter. Candlestick Park where the third game of the World Series was set to begin panic gripped the [-----] fans as the stadium trembled. The Marina District's soft soil gave way resulting in toppling homes ruptured gas lines and ignited fires. Downtown Santa Cruz saw the collapse of brick buildings adding to the"
YouTube Link 2023-09-10T15:59Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"On the Brink of Death After Losing the Trail Hike Gone Wrong In Joshua Tree [--] year old Ed Rosenthal his sights set on hiking in Joshua Tree National park on the trail from Black Rock Canyon to Warren Peak to celebrate another career success. Ed had done this hike many times on this day the hike would not go as planned and would go terribly wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Ed's Hike to Warren Peak 7:43 Lost in Joshua Tree 15:03 The Seach and Rescue of Ed Rosenthal 17:19 Aftermath 19:32 Conclusion/Survival Tips Get [--] month's of YouTube Premium Free:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-26T16:00Z 111K followers, 17K engagements
"Hiking for the Gram Lost in Reality Social Media Related Disasters Marathon The wilderness doesnt care about likes or followers on YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook or any other platform. It doesnt care about anything at allbut it will take everything from those who dont give it their full attention. The following stories are cautionary tales that if you give your social media accounts more attention than safety you are playing with fire. 0:00 Introduction 1:37 Couple Falls Off A Cliff in Yosemite https://youtu.be/kfBqWkbv-uU 16:26 The Fall of the Bikini Climber https://youtu.be/Uu-Z1S-5zc0"
YouTube Link 2024-12-18T16:00Z 106K followers, 11.1K engagements
"Another Left for Dead on Everest The Incredible Ordeal of Lincoln Hall Mount Everest the holy grail for climbers is a mountain that calls to the most adventurous people worldwide. And for an Australian named Lincoln Hall it was an obsession. On May [--] [----] Lincoln Hall Summited Mt. Everest and started his descent. His body was shutting down the altitude taking its toll his brain swelling from lack of oxygen. He collapsed on the slopes of Everest and was left for dead. But against all odds he awoke. But his survival was far from over. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Lincoln Hall and The Everest Climb"
YouTube Link 2024-12-08T16:00Z 105K followers, 16K engagements
"In the Line of Fire The Granite Mountain Hotshots Tragedy The Granite Mountain Hotshots were an elite wildfire firefighting crew based in Prescott Arizona. In June [----] Arizona was experiencing one of its worst wildfire seasons and the Yarnell Hill Fire ignited after a lightning strike. Fueled by extreme heat dry conditions and shifting winds the fire quickly spread threatening homes and lives. The Granite Mountain Hotshots were called in to help contain the fire working in steep unforgiving terrain where temperatures soared well above [---] degrees. As the fire intensified their mission became"
YouTube Link 2025-09-05T18:05Z 128K followers, 10.8K engagements
"A Yellowstone Swim Takes a Dark Turn"
YouTube Link 2024-05-17T16:30Z 78K followers, [----] engagements
"Left for Dead on Mt Everest To understand the story of Beck Weathers you must go back to the fateful events of May [----] during the ill-fated expedition on Mt Everest forever etched in infamy. In the spring of [----] Mt Everest braced itself for an influx of climbers from across the globe each harboring a fervent desire to conquer its formidable peak. Beck Weathers was poised at the base of Mount Everest unyielding in his readiness. Faced vision challenges at higher altitudes his guide refused to permit him to summit promising to accompany him on the descent. Unfortunately the guide never"
YouTube Link 2024-08-27T16:30Z 94.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Popular Campground Caught in Flash Flood Every summer the Basingers and Smiths make it a tradition to vacation together at the Albert Pike Recreation Area in Arkansas. On June [--] [----] after a storm system pounded the area trees and debris acted as makeshift barriers temporarily containing the rising waters. As these obstructions gave way the Little Missouri River surged forth creating a mountainous wave barreling towards the Albert Pike campground. The Smiths and Basingers were awoken from sleep amidst a cacophony of destruction outside their RV. Merch now available"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T14:01Z 122K followers, [----] engagements
"The Heroes of Search and Rescue Marathon The men and women of search and rescue go when others cannot. They go because someone must. There is no glory in it. No speeches no medals that matter. You dont really think about them until you need them. Until youve made a mistake. Until youve wandered too far past the trail marker or the storm rolled in faster than you thought or the cold started creeping into your bones in a way that made you feel slow heavy tired. Then suddenly theyre everything. And when they do find youshivering maybe injured maybe barely hanging onthey dont make speeches. They"
YouTube Link 2025-02-19T16:00Z 115K followers, [----] engagements
"The Night the River Took Everything The Wimberley Flash Flood Disaster In the summer of [----] Jonathan and Laura McComb chose a peaceful Memorial Day weekend on the Blanco River in Wimberley Texas instead of a trip to Mexico. With friends kids and sunshine it was a day full of joyuntil subtle changes in the sky signaled something far worse. That night the Blanco River would rise with deadly force unleashing one of the worst flash floods in Texas history. This is the story of a family a town and the split-second decisions that changed everything. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The McCombs' Summer Trip"
YouTube Link 2025-06-01T15:00Z 119K followers, [----] engagements
"Skydiving Gone Wrong The Terrifying Reality of a Malfunctioning Parachute November [--] [----] novice skydiver Jordan Hatmaker was gearing up for a typical jump for the day in Suffolk Virginia. Her first jump went well and she decided to go for another. Jordan would face something in the sky that would test her in ways she never imagineda moment of sheer terror when her parachute malfunctioned and was free falling [-----] feet in the sky. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Jordan Goes Skydiving 2:45 The Day of the Disaster 10:33 Aftermath 13:12 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only"
YouTube Link 2025-03-28T15:00Z 124K followers, 11.9K engagements
"Robbed and Left for Dead in the Australian Outback The Ricky Megee Story In January [----] Ricky Megee had been offered work in a government department in Port Hedland Western Australia and set off on the long drive which he had made multiple times before. He took the Buntine Highway which for much of his journey was a desert track across the Australian Outback of the Northern Territory when three men sitting on the roadside had run out of gas. He offered to give one of them a lift and later recalled feeling increasingly "dazed and confused" and then blacked out before he recovered"
YouTube Link 2023-05-30T16:00Z 108K followers, 269K engagements
"The Climbing Disaster Was Too Much to Bear Backcountry Skiing Gone Wrong Hayden Kennedy [--] embarked on feats that put him in the annals of climbing history. An American rock climber and mountaineer he was celebrated for his challenging ascents across North America Patagonia and the Himalayas. Kennedy rose to prominence in [----] with a groundbreaking "fair means" ascent of the Compressor Route on Cerro Torre alongside Jason Kruk. During this climb the pair controversially removed the bolt ladders installed by Cesare Maestri during the first ascent. Their actions sparked a heated local debate in"
YouTube Link 2025-01-18T16:00Z 110K followers, 13.4K engagements
"The Missionary Who Broke the RulesAnd Paid the Price The Dangerous Quest to North Sentinel Island John Allen Chau first read about the Sentinelese in High School. They were a small untouched people on North Sentinel Island. The Sentinelese had no knowledge of God. Chau read this took it in and saw the path ahead. In November [----] after years of training in missionary work and prayer John made his move and embarked on his mission to convert the Sentinelese people which would end in disaster. 0:00 Introduction 0:46 North Sentinel Island 5:29 Who is John Allen Chau 8:05 Gearing up for North"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T14:34Z 133K followers, 37.5K engagements
"When Swinging From an Arch Goes Wrong On March [--] [----] in the heart of Utah's desert a young man named Kyle Lee stood beneath the magnificent Corona Arch. Corona Arch is a geological marvel with stunning natural landscapes that Utah is renowned for. In February of [----] filmmaker Devin Graham assembled a group of [--] friends and journeyed to the famous Arch near Moab. The resulting footage titled "The World's Largest Rope Swing" amassed [--] million views on YouTube attracting a wave of adventurous enthusiasts to the site. Many people were going there to swing after the craze took off from the"
YouTube Link 2024-08-22T16:30Z 99.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Climbing Disaster in Himalayas Life & Death Struggle on Annapurna I In [----] one of France's top mountaineers Pierre Beghin asked Jean-Christophe Lafaille a young but talented climber if he would like to go to the Himalayas to attempt a complicated and extremely challenging new route on Annapurna I one of the [--] peaks in the world that are more than [----] meters (26000ft) high. He was [--] years old and could only accept. The trip went horribly wrong. After several days of climbing high on the huge exposed face of Annapurna a mountain almost double the height of Mont Blanc a storm erupted and the"
YouTube Link 2023-05-22T16:00Z 113K followers, 40.4K engagements
"Climbers' Fight for Life in the Himalayas Draupadi Ka Danda are two peaks in the Gangotri range of the Garhwal Himalaya in Uttarakhand India. Climbers of the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering prepared for an expedition on Draupadi Ka Danda [--]. As they approached the summit a crack silently propagated across the slope triggering a massive slab avalanche. The entire lower portion of the slope fractured and chunks of snow and ice cascaded down with the NIM climbers in the avalanche's path. Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All"
YouTube Link 2025-07-24T14:03Z 124K followers, [----] engagements
"Surviving the Clutches of Glacier National Park Hike Gone Wrong as Teen is Stranded by Deep Snow Glacier National Park a pristine jewel nestled in the heart of Montana's rugged wilderness. Matthew Reed [--] took a detour during his journey back home to Michigan for the summer break from college. He made a brief visit to his beloved national park along the way and informed his family that he was venturing into Glacier National Park for a day hike sharing that the weather was splendid. On Friday May 7th [----] Matthew set out from the Huckleberry Lookout Trailhead in the Apgar Mountains along the"
YouTube Link 2023-09-28T15:00Z 98.7K followers, 22K engagements
"Death in Paradise Yosemite Disasters Marathon Yosemite is both a cathedral and a crucible. One wrong step and you are goneno second chances. The danger in Yosemite is not the kind that shouts. It does not warn you. It does not make a sound. It is quiet patient waiting. The following stories show that Yosemite makes you think you belong here. That you understand it. That you are in control. But you're not. And it only takes one slip of sense for your adventure to descend into a disaster. 0:00 Introduction 1:28 BASE Jump Gone Wrong In Yosemite https://youtu.be/xLpcj1UiFoU 22:27 Catastrophe in"
YouTube Link 2025-03-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 40.5K engagements
"A Hiker's Worst Nightmare Lost on the Trail in the Snoqualmie Wilderness 25-year-old Andrew Devers woke up early in Seattle on Friday June [--] [----]. He decided to go for a hike on the Middlefork-Pratt River Trail in the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Valley Wilderness in Snoqualmie National Forest. The trail was hard to follow. Thirty minutes passed and he realized the trail was gone. He stood there looking for a way forward but there was no straight path no clear direction. It hit him: he was lost as panic crept in. 0:00 Introduction 0:35 Andrew Devers Gets Lost on the Trail 5:11 The Search for"
YouTube Link 2025-03-02T16:00Z 112K followers, 24.7K engagements
"Utah: Disasters Elevated Utah National Parks Disasters Marathon Utah lures you in with landscapes that make you believe God took His time with this place. People come here chasing wonder. And they find it. But wonder doesn't keep you alive. This place is ruthless. The following stories show that in Utah peril is just around the corner if you're not paying attention or you're not prepared. 0:00 Introduction 1:43 Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab https://youtu.be/3RClOmvTfsY 35:33 A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon https://youtu.be/FodzqyWpA08 1:02:00 Lost and Lying in Zion"
YouTube Link 2025-06-24T15:01Z 133K followers, 29.3K engagements
"In the Path of an Avalanche Climbers' Fight for Life in the Himalayas Draupadi Ka Danda are two peaks in the Gangotri range of the Garhwal Himalaya in Uttarakhand India. Climbers of the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering prepared for an expedition on Draupadi Ka Danda [--]. As they approached the summit a crack silently propagated across the slope triggering a massive slab avalanche. The entire lower portion of the slope fractured and chunks of snow and ice cascaded down with the NIM climbers in the avalanche's path. 0:00 Introduction 2:06 The Ascent of Draupadi Ka Danda [--] 5:22 Disastrous"
YouTube Link 2024-05-26T15:00Z 79.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Hiker Gets Lost in the Blue Mountains Fighting to Survive in the Australian Backcountry Jamie Neale was a bright 19-year-old from North London standing at the crossroads of adulthood. With university on the horizon he chose adventure insteada gap year to explore the world before settling down. In June [----] he landed in Australia drawn to its wild landscapes and promise of reinvention. Confident and eager he checked into a hostel in Katoomba and set out for a short solo hike in the Blue Mountains. No phone. No note. Just a few hours he thought. But the forest had other plans. And every step"
YouTube Link 2025-08-03T15:01Z 133K followers, 59.9K engagements
"The [----] Burning Man Mudpocalypse Heavy Rain Turns Event into Disaster Stranding Burners Burning Man is an annual event that takes place in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada USA. It is a unique and distinctive gathering known for emphasizing radical self-expression community art and temporary community building. Participants at Burning Man are encouraged to express themselves creatively and freely. This can involve creating art installations wearing elaborate costumes performing music or engaging in other forms of self-expression. Burning Man creates a temporary city in the desert known as"
YouTube Link 2023-09-05T15:00Z 128K followers, 145K engagements
"From Captivity to Wilderness Survival The Russian Gulag Escape: 4k Trek to Freedom For Witold Glinksi his Siberian expedition would be the ultimate test of survival. He was sentenced to serve in a labor camp in Siberia. From the moment he arrived at his Siberian gulag shackled and in chains Witold began meticulously formulating an escape plan. He was acutely aware that failure to escape would result in certain death. Their immediate objective was clear: escape Russia and reach the border situated [----] miles away to the south. Their journey would take them through the Siberian tundra south"
YouTube Link 2023-09-17T15:00Z 98.7K followers, 12.4K engagements
"A Horrible Hike in Paradise Hiker Gets Lost in a Forest in Hawaii Amanda Eller a yoga instructor and physical therapist living in Hawaii set out for what was supposed to be a short solo hike in Mauis Makawao Forest. Just a quick run to clear her head. No phone no heavy gearjust the trees the trail and her thoughts. But one wrong turn became two and soon the forest no longer felt familiar. As daylight faded and panic crept in Amanda found herself deep in the jungle with no clear way out. Exhausted and disoriented she used leaves to shield herself from the cold mud shivering as light rain began"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T15:01Z 133K followers, 40.3K engagements
"When the Fun Turns Fatal Family Outing Ends in Tragedy at Swimming Hole When the Garcia family set out for a visit to Tonto Natural Bridge they decided to stop by the Water Wheel in Payson Arizona. What began as a joyful and typical family outing quickly turned into a nightmare when a monsoon struck unleashing a massive flash flood that surged toward the Water Wheel. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 The Water Wheel Arizona 2:30 The Garcia Family 4:11 Arizona Moonson Season 5:39 Brandon West's Payson Flash Flood Ordeal 10:54 The Garcia's Payson Flash Flood Ordeal 14:14 The Aftermath 20:01"
YouTube Link 2024-12-14T16:00Z 106K followers, 61.5K engagements
"How the Sunjoy IceCove Portable AC Saved Me From Outdoor Disasters Special thanks to@SunjoyLife for sending this product for an honest review. This is definitely an OD-approved product. By using my discount code OTDZSTER13 you'll receive a 13% discount on all non-discounted items on sunjoyshop.com excluding replacements. Check out Sunjoy products at the following link: https://sunjoyshop.com/ref=pxqlhisk To purchase the IceCove Portable AC click here: https://sunjoyshop.com/products/air-conditioner_pos=2&_sid=f310b3282&_ss=r Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All"
YouTube Link 2025-06-30T18:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"When The GPS Leads You Astray Bad Decisions on the Road Marathon You trust GPS more than your own eyes. And then the road is gone. The pavement fades to dust. It does not whisper warnings or beg you to turn back. You will miss a turn. The map or GPS will send you down the wrong path. The road can be a joy. But if you don't make wise decisions and use common sense the road can be a disaster. These stories embody that if you make bad decisions on the road there are catastrophic consequences. 0:00 Introduction 1:09 Fighting to Survive Death Valley's Deadly Heat 16:53 A GPS Mess 41:51 GPS Leads"
YouTube Link 2025-04-21T21:12Z 133K followers, 24.8K engagements
"Lost and Wandering in Zion National Park Holly Courtier was traveling the country in a converted van and was visiting Zion National Park. She took a shuttle to the Grotto picnic area. Armed with a backpack filled with essentials she ventured into the heart of Zion. Holly found a secluded spot strung up her hammock between two sturdy trees in a vegetated area near the Virgin River and affixed it. But as she went to sit on it it swung back causing her to hit her head on a tree. Her sense of direction failed her and despite her best efforts she found herself lost in Zion's clutches. As"
YouTube Link 2024-08-29T16:30Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Climbers Fall 2000FT/600m Down a Mountain Disaster on Mt Shasta Jillian Webster was working as a guide as a mountain guide on Mt Shasta in California. She was about to quit guiding and settle down. But In [----] a couple from Seattle who had a taste for adventure but little alpine experience hired Jillian to aid in their ascent to climb Californias most dramatic peak. But a normal day of climbing would take a turn for the worse when an icy day on the mountain would prove to be too much for these climbers to handle. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Mt Shasta 2:33 The Mt Shasta Disaster 10:57"
YouTube Link 2023-07-16T15:00Z 128K followers, 112.4K engagements
"Rushing Rapids Catches Swimmers by Surprise In early February [----] Rachel De Jong proposed a brief detour for a swim at a scenic river spot near the Aratiatia Dam known for its natural rock pools and formations and the dam opening during which water dramatically rushes into the river. As Rachel de Jong and her friends made their way down the trail they heard the sirens around 11:40 a.m. but saw no signs warning them of the impending danger. The dam was scheduled to release water around noon. But within minutes the situation would take a dramatic as the Aratiatia Damn upstream had started to"
YouTube Link 2025-06-23T20:00Z 121K followers, [----] engagements
"Catastrophe in Yosemite Hikers Caught in a Lightning Storm on Half Dome Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers to climb to the top. For one group of hikers Half Dome would become a place of horror. Half Dome is known for lighting strikes and cautioned to hike to the top during a storm. Seeking to summit the famed granite monolith during a lightning storm the group decided to shelter in a cave on top of the mountain. Little did they know this would be a tragic mistake. Yosemite is a place of unquestioned beauty. But if you don't respect the wilderness and its danger"
YouTube Link 2023-05-08T16:00Z 128K followers, 383.9K engagements
"Reckless Stunts & Extreme Sports Disasters Marathon [--] When individuals choose to engage in stunts and extreme sports they understand the risks that even a small mistake can bring. For many its the adrenaline rush they cravea dopamine surge that no other activity can match. While outsiders often watch in shock and wonder why anyone would endanger their life or subject their loved ones to the uncertainty and heartache of whether theyll return safely these thrill-seekers become desensitized to the dangers and the impact on those who care about them. The following stories delve into the lives of"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T15:01Z 133K followers, 54.2K engagements
"Catastrophic Avalanche on Shishapangma Anna Gutu & Gina Marie Rzucidlo Race to the Summit Anna Gutu and Gina Marie Rzucidlo were striving to make history as the first American women to conquer all [--] peaks on Earth that exceed [----] meters in height. Anna Gutu a seasoned mountaineer was a proud member of the Elite Exped team an accomplished group of climbers who regularly reach summits across the globe. Elite Exped specializes in tailoring guided experiences on some of the world's most challenging mountains. Gutu and Rzucidlo found themselves engaged in an intense competition each striving to"
YouTube Link 2023-10-11T15:00Z 99.6K followers, 46.2K engagements
"Paying the Price for Ignorance Tourist's Hike Goes Terribly Wrong on Routeburn Track Ondrej Petr and Pavlina Piova a Czech couple came to New Zealand on holiday visas. Wanting to experience the country they settled on the Routeburn Track. Before setting out they stopped by the Department of Conservation office where a ranger told them to reconsider. The snow was old but treacherous and the forecast promised trouble. They shrugged off the warning and on July [--] [----] they parked their campervan and headed off traveling light for the snowy conditions. They had no Crampons snow shoes ice axes or"
YouTube Link 2024-11-16T16:00Z 126K followers, 418.1K engagements
"Injured & Fighting to Survive After Bear Attack Man Had to Consume Hero Dog to Survive Marco Lavoie is a seasoned outdoorsman and set his sights on the Nottaway River in Canada with his loyal German Shepherd Marco set off in July [----]. On one particular day as they were setting up camp a massive bear attacked Marco severely injuring him. After scavenging his rations the bear advanced on him again when all of a sudden dog launched itself at the bear. The dogs bravery paid off unwilling to continue the fight and retreated into the forest leaving Marco and his dog alone once more. Though the"
YouTube Link 2024-09-08T15:00Z 99.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Disaster in Paradise Tour Boat Capsizes in Bali On March [--] [----] thirteen tourists boarded the Sea Dragon [--] in Bali for what was meant to be the highlight of their tripswimming with manta rays off Nusa Penida. The morning was clear and calm spirits high. But one detail unsettled passenger Lisa Abel: there was no safety briefing and no life jackets were being handed out. After repeatedly asking the crew she spotted a single small pink vest and slipped it onto her 7-year-old daughter Alexandraa decision that would later save the girls life. As the boat neared Nusa Penida dark clouds rolled in"
YouTube Link 2025-08-17T15:01Z 133K followers, 27.6K engagements
"Dream Adventure Turned Deadly Man Attempts to Kayak Across the Tasman Sea Andrew McAuley dove head first into kayaking after having to kayak after claiming in Patagonia. His love for nature grew into a calling for extreme kayaking. McAuley quickly gained a reputation within the kayaking community for his remarkable endurance and ability to face almost insurmountable challenges. But one challenge would be a monumental one. A solo kayak crossing of the Tasman Sea an unforgiving stretch of water between Australia and New Zealand. A feat no one has ever done. On January [--] [----] 39-year-old Andrew"
YouTube Link 2024-12-01T16:00Z 104K followers, 52.1K engagements
"YouTube Stunt Gone Wrong YouTuber Sucked into a Whirlpool Jacob Cockle was a British adventurer photographer and videographer known for his YouTube channel whirlpoolhitman showing him swimming in whirlpools. Jacob Cockle's interest in whirlpools led him to some of the most famous whirlpool sites around the world. He meticulously documented these events capturing the dramatic phenomenon and shared them online. Jacob's plan was to film swimming in a whirlpool at Hayle Harbour in England. With his friend filming Jacob swam in and out of the whirlpool. As he swam underwater to get another shot he"
YouTube Link 2024-08-18T15:01Z 122K followers, 90.2K engagements
"Man vs Sahara: Lost and Starving in The Desert The Mauro Prosperi Story The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world and is known for its extreme climate characterized by scorching daytime temperatures that can exceed [---] degrees in some areas as well as bitterly cold nights. Rainfall is exceptionally scarce and the landscape is dominated by vast sand dunes rocky plateaus and gravel plains. Marathon of the Sands or the Sahara Marathon is hailed as the most grueling foot race on Earth. This annual ultramarathon spans six days covering a staggering [---] miles equivalent to completing"
YouTube Link 2023-10-22T15:00Z 133K followers, 25.6K engagements
"A Big Mistake in Big Bend National Park A Family Hike in Extreme Heat Goes Horribly Wrong This story is unlike most told on this channel. There are no names no photos and no personal histories to soften what happened. Much of the aftermath was never made public. But what remains are only the facts from the report that are so shocking I felt compelled to tell this story as best I could. The facts are clear: extreme temperatures a remote trail in Big Bend National Park with no water and a tragedy. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 Big Bend National Park & The Marufo Vega Trail 5:40 A Disastrous Family"
YouTube Link 2025-12-25T19:00Z 133K followers, 82.5K engagements
"Trapped on Ledge Couple Falls Down Mountain in the Himalayas In March [----] Liang Sheng-yueh and his girlfriend Liu Chen-chun set off into Nepals remote Ganesh Himal. Young untested and chasing adventure they carried no guide no porters only their packs and their belief that determination would be enough. At first it was: forests rivers villages and sky-high valleys welcomed them. But Nepal in March is fickle. Storms swept the trails snow erased the maps and every step deeper into the wilderness carried them closer to disaster. Introduction Liang & Liu's Ganesh Himal Trek The Fall Surviving on"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T07:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements
"Unforgettable Tragedy Canyoneers in Peril During Flash Flood in Zion National Park On the afternoon of Monday September [--] [----] southwestern Utah received heavy rain. Storms arrived between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m and dropped [----] in Zion National Park causing flash floods including in a small canyon called Keyhole Canyon. Park rangers received a report of a group of seven people canyoneering in Keyhole Canyon that had not returned to their car Monday evening. A search began Tuesday morning. As the search continued for the missing hikers high water levels and continued rain showers posed further"
YouTube Link 2023-07-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 346.8K engagements
"Disaster In Death Valley A Couple Stranded in the Desert Better audio mixing of this story can be found here: https://youtu.be/uoaT4AWpCj4si=8lEXAOqYCkOBtUHu&t=1119 In today's post For Alex Lofgren and Emily Henkel the extremes of Death Valley National Park will show to be hard to overcome. With [--] flat tires in a remote part of Death Valley the couple embarks on a life or death mission to find help which required trekking through treacherous terrain. Death Valley is one of the last places you want to be stranded in. 0:00 Introduction 0:21 Death Valley National Park 1:57 The Alex Lofgren and"
YouTube Link 2023-02-27T19:46Z 133K followers, 1.2M engagements
"One Family's Desperate Attempt to Survive in the Scorching Desert The Death Valley Germans Story The story of the Death Valley Germans which took place in July [----] is a very sad and disturbing story of misadventure in Californias Death Valley one of the hottest places on planet Earth. The group of four German tourists disappeared without explanation in an area near Anvil Canyon and the only clue was an abandoned minivan with its contents. After a search over a few days the authorities were unable to locate the missing Germans and the operation was called off. However [--] years later two"
YouTube Link 2023-05-12T16:00Z 133K followers, 418.8K engagements
"Shipwrecked in the Pacific Ocean Couple's Dream Adventure Turns into a Nightmare In [----] Maurice and Maralyn Bailey set sail from England in search of freedom and adventure leaving everything behind to chase their dream of crossing the ocean in a 31-foot yacht. But deep in the Pacific far from land and help something strikes their boat. With their vessel sinking fast and no one around for hundreds of miles the Baileys are forced into a life raftwith almost no supplies no radio and no idea if theyll ever be found. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Bailey's Ocean Adventure 7:34 Disaster 9:55 Adrift in the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T16:00Z 133K followers, 25.8K engagements
"A Grand Debacle Road Tripper Stranded by GPS Near The Grand Canyon Amber VanHecke set out on a solo road trip through the Southwest to the Grand Canyon with confidence preparation and a belief that she could handle anything the road threw at her. But a small decision to save money on gas followed by a tempting shortcut suggested by her GPS quietly led her off the pavement and into the Arizona wilderness. As the road vanished cell service died and her fuel gauge hit empty Amber realized she was truly alone. What began as a dream adventure near the Grand Canyon spiraled into a fight for"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T16:00Z 133K followers, 35.6K engagements
"Stranded in the Indian Ocean Brett Archibald's Attempt to Cheat Death Brett Archibald was on a surfing holiday with nine friends but had fallen ill from food poisoning during a 10-hour journey along a stretch of water known as the Mentawai Strait in Indonesia's West Sumatra province. He had gone to the side of the boat to vomit when he became dizzy and blacked out. When he woke he was in the water - the boat already [--] or [--] metres ahead of him. Breat was left stranded in the middle of the Indian Ocean in the dark with no hope of survival. 0:00 Introduction 0:30 The Mentawai Strait and Indian"
YouTube Link 2023-03-31T16:00Z 133K followers, 75.3K engagements
"Mother and Son Lake Turns Tragic The Death of Naya Rivera Naya Rivera is a woman of many talents and a bright star in the entertainment world. Her journey to stardom was marked by determination resilience and a passion for her craft. Naya's breakthrough came when she landed the role of Santana Lopez on the hit TV series "Glee." Naya's singing ability and acting prowess shone through earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. She became a loving mother to her son Josey whom she adored and cherished. On July [--] [----] she and her young son embarked on a boating trip to Lake Piru in"
YouTube Link 2023-10-08T15:00Z 132K followers, 23.1K engagements
"The Last Summit Hiker Disappears on Mt. Baldy Seuk Doo "Sam" Kim [--] affectionately known as "The Spirt of Baldy" and "The Mayor of Baldy" summited the peak over [---] times. Mt. Baldy is the highest peak in the San Gabriel Mountains looming [-----] feet above Los Angeles. If you hiked Baldy over the past few years chances are you probably ran into Sam. At one point he climbed Baldy every day for over [---] days in a row. He became a cult figure for those who frequented the trail as he insisted on talking to passers-by giving them some of his food and posing for pictures. Many hikers have stories of"
YouTube Link 2023-06-12T16:00Z 132K followers, 33.8K engagements
"The Trail That Took an Entire Family The Gerrish Family Tragedy In [----] Jonathan and Ellen Gerrish left San Francisco for the foothills of Mariposa County drawn to the western edge of the Sierra Nevada by a quieter promise so their daughter could grow up outdoors. By the summer of [----] California was locked in a relentless heat wave. On the morning of August 15th they went on a hike on a familiar loop near Hites Cove a rugged trail descending toward the Merced River before climbing back out. The heat closed in. And somewhere along that trail without witnesses or warning a simple hike became a"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T16:01Z 133K followers, 34.8K engagements
"Stuck in Quicksand Hike in Arches National Park Turns Perilous Austin Dirks had spent years trusting the ground beneath his feet. But at Arches National Park on December [--] [----] hiking a section of the Hayduke Trail was other than routine. What began as a modest hike slowly unraveled into something far darker as he found himself stuck in quicksand. And in that moment experience was no longer protection. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Austin Dirk Hikes in Arches National Park 4:14 Stuck in Quicksand 9:04 Rescue 11:31 Aftermath 13:30 Conclusion/Survival Tips If youre into Outdoor Disasters and enjoy"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T16:01Z 133K followers, 26.1K engagements
"Left for Dead in the South Pacific Tokelau Teens Sea Survival on a Tiny Boat Three teen boys from the Tokelau Islands a New Zealand-administered territory in the South Pacific had been given up for dead after an unsuccessful search. In October [----] [--] Teens from Tokelau would find out how dangerous and remote these waters can be. Etueni Nasau [--] Samu Pelesa [--] and Filo Filo [--] drifted [----] kilometers across an empty and little-traveled section of the Pacific Ocean. They ran out of fuel for their outboard and began drifting out to sea. Day after day the teens sat helpless in the open craft"
YouTube Link 2023-05-19T16:00Z 133K followers, 160.9K engagements
"The Cat the Sea Couldnt Claim The Legend of Unsinkable Sam In the chaos of World War II countless ships vanished beneath the waves but from the wreckage of one of historys greatest naval disasters something impossible emerged. A lone survivor. Drifting through fire oil and steel. Not a sailor. Not a soldier. But something else entirely. A cat. What followed would become one of the strangest legends of the sea a story of survival so improbable it defied reason itself. 0:00 Introduction 0:45 The Cat and the Sinking of the Bismarck 6:22 Oscar The Cat and the Sinking of the HMS Cossack 10:38"
YouTube Link 2025-10-11T15:01Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Climbing to Greatness.Falling for a Dream A Death in Yosemite on El Capitan By his late teens Balin Miller was already chasing serious climbs in Alaska spending every spare moment in the mountains. Yosemite had lived in his mind for years not as a dream but as a reckoning. One route stood above the rest: Sea of Dreams on El Capitan. In late September [----] Balin arrived in Yosemite. He wasnt just chasing another climb; he was stepping into the same gauntlet that had tested generations before him believing as they did that skill and preparation could keep the line between greatness and"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T16:01Z 133K followers, 29.6K engagements
"Climbing to Greatness.Falling for a Dream A Death in Yosemite on El Capitan By his late teens Balin Miller was already chasing serious climbs in Alaska spending every spare moment in the mountains. Yosemite had lived in his mind for years not as a dream but as a reckoning. One route stood above the rest: Sea of Dreams on El Capitan. In late September [----] Balin arrived in Yosemite. He wasnt just chasing another climb; he was stepping into the same gauntlet that had tested generations before him believing as they did that skill and preparation could keep the line between greatness and"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T16:01Z 133K followers, 29.6K engagements
"When Endurance Fails in The Grand Canyon Triple-Digit Heat Turned a Run into Hell In the summer of [----] Margaret Bradley and a running partner set out on a 27-mile run through the Grand Canyon confident that speed and endurance would carry them. As they dropped below the rim the canyon floor climbed to triple-digit temperatures and brought very little water. Before long dehydration set in and her partner collapsed unable to continue. Margaret made a desperate choice to run ahead for help. But one mistake during her run for help would be a catastrophic decision. 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Margaret"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T16:01Z 133K followers, 40.6K engagements
"Stuck in Quicksand Hike in Arches National Park Turns Perilous Austin Dirks had spent years trusting the ground beneath his feet. But at Arches National Park on December [--] [----] hiking a section of the Hayduke Trail was other than routine. What began as a modest hike slowly unraveled into something far darker as he found himself stuck in quicksand. And in that moment experience was no longer protection. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Austin Dirk Hikes in Arches National Park 4:14 Stuck in Quicksand 9:04 Rescue 11:31 Aftermath 13:30 Conclusion/Survival Tips If youre into Outdoor Disasters and enjoy"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T16:01Z 133K followers, 26.1K engagements
"The Trail That Took an Entire Family The Gerrish Family Tragedy In [----] Jonathan and Ellen Gerrish left San Francisco for the foothills of Mariposa County drawn to the western edge of the Sierra Nevada by a quieter promise so their daughter could grow up outdoors. By the summer of [----] California was locked in a relentless heat wave. On the morning of August 15th they went on a hike on a familiar loop near Hites Cove a rugged trail descending toward the Merced River before climbing back out. The heat closed in. And somewhere along that trail without witnesses or warning a simple hike became a"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T16:01Z 133K followers, 34.8K engagements
"Beauty Struggle & Tragedy National Parks Disasters Marathon [--] There is deep joy in our national parks the kind that settles into you and stays. Glacier National Park Kings Canyon Canyonlands Grand Teton North Cascades and White Sands National Park are just some that invite you to walk slowly to look up more than you look ahead to remember that beauty still exists without needing to be owned or improved. But the same canyon that steals your breath will take your footing. The same river that sings in spring will pin you underwater in summer. The desert that glows at sunset will kill you by noon"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T16:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"A Grand Debacle Road Tripper Stranded by GPS Near The Grand Canyon Amber VanHecke set out on a solo road trip through the Southwest to the Grand Canyon with confidence preparation and a belief that she could handle anything the road threw at her. But a small decision to save money on gas followed by a tempting shortcut suggested by her GPS quietly led her off the pavement and into the Arizona wilderness. As the road vanished cell service died and her fuel gauge hit empty Amber realized she was truly alone. What began as a dream adventure near the Grand Canyon spiraled into a fight for"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T16:00Z 133K followers, 35.6K engagements
"Sliding Down a Mountain Gone Wrong YouTuber's Hiking Disaster on Mt. Whitney At [--] Joseph Brambila set out to conquer Mount Whitneya peak that had become his personal obsession. A self-taught hiker from southeast Los Angeles with no fancy gear or formal training Joseph turned to the mountains for peace solitude and faith. He shared his journey on YouTube as Jobrm posting honest unfiltered videos of trial error and determination. But on that July day in [----] ambition overruled caution. Whitney had humbled him beforebut this time would be different. And somewhere high on its unforgiving slopes"
YouTube Link 2026-01-11T16:01Z 133K followers, 28.8K engagements
"The Fall Near Angels Landing Hike Gone Horribly Wrong in Zion National Park On a cold winter day in [----] Corbin McMillen left his home in St. George and drove toward Zion National Park drawn back to one of the most dangerous hikes in the world: Angels Landing. When Corbin didnt return home that night concern quickly turned into alarm. By morning his car still sat at the trailhead untouched. Search teams were called in and attention focused on the cliffs high above Zion Canyon. This is the story of a man a dangerous hike and a moment when everything went wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:55 Corbin's"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T16:00Z 133K followers, 34.6K engagements
"A Big Mistake in Big Bend National Park A Family Hike in Extreme Heat Goes Horribly Wrong This story is unlike most told on this channel. There are no names no photos and no personal histories to soften what happened. Much of the aftermath was never made public. But what remains are only the facts from the report that are so shocking I felt compelled to tell this story as best I could. The facts are clear: extreme temperatures a remote trail in Big Bend National Park with no water and a tragedy. 0:00 Introduction 0:50 Big Bend National Park & The Marufo Vega Trail 5:40 A Disastrous Family"
YouTube Link 2025-12-25T19:00Z 133K followers, 82.5K engagements
"They Ignored the Road Closure Off-Roading Gone Wrong in the Sierra Nevada Mountains In November [----] Paula Lane and her boyfriend Rod Clifton set out on what should have been a simple drive home through the Sierra Nevada. But one wrong decision to off-road down a snowed in familiar mountain road plunged them into a violent winter storm and a fight for survival they never saw coming. Stranded help nowhere around Paula and Rod was forced to confront the limits of their endurance. What happened would become one of the most astonishing survival stories in the Sierras history. 0:00 Introduction"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T16:01Z 133K followers, 92.3K engagements
"Vanished in the White Mountains A Chilling Hike Through Arctic Winds on Franconia Ridge Emily Sotelo a driven compassionate and fiercely determined 19-year-old was an avid hiker. With only a few peaks left to complete her goal of summiting all [--] of New Hampshires 4000-footers she set out alone on a November morning in [----] chasing one final victory before her 20th birthday. As the weather closed in and hours passed with no word hope turned to urgency. What happened next would spark a massive search effort and leave behind a story no one would forget. 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Emily Sotelo's"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T16:01Z 133K followers, 69.3K engagements
"Trapped Alone and Out of Time GPS Leads Couple Stranded in the Nevada Mountains Ronnie and Beverly Barker an elderly couple from Indiana set out on a cross-country road trip in their RV from Indiana to Oregon then to Arizonaa journey theyve taken many times before. But this time one wrong turn guided by GPS sends them deep into the Nevada wilderness. Stranded miles from help they face an ordeal that would put their lives at risk. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Ronnie & Beverly's RV Trip Across America 4:12 Wrong Turn 10:41 Trapped 16:11 Where's Ronnie & Beverly 17:23 Tragedy 25:43 Rescue 32:49"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T16:00Z 133K followers, 55K engagements
"Running into a Nightmare Ultramarathoner Lost in North Cascades National Park What was meant to be a quick trail run in the rugged North Cascades turned into a fight for survival. On July [--] [----] 39-year-old ultrarunner Robert Schock set out from the Hannegan Pass trailhead with only his dog minimal gear and the confidence that he'd be back by dusk. But shifting weather vanishing trails and the unforgiving terrain pushed him deep into one of the most remote wilderness areas in the United States. As darkness fell and days passed hunger set in landmarks disappeared and even his loyal dog would"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T16:00Z 133K followers, 41.7K engagements
"Can the BLUETTI APEX [---] Save This Festival Disaster Take advantage of the Black Friday Deals and get yourself the monster of a Power Station Link below: Apex [---] link: https://reurl.cc/8bpYGy Hashtags: #BLUETTI #Apex300 #rv #camping #homebackup #portablepowerstation Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T19:30Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Shipwrecked in the Pacific Ocean Couple's Dream Adventure Turns into a Nightmare In [----] Maurice and Maralyn Bailey set sail from England in search of freedom and adventure leaving everything behind to chase their dream of crossing the ocean in a 31-foot yacht. But deep in the Pacific far from land and help something strikes their boat. With their vessel sinking fast and no one around for hundreds of miles the Baileys are forced into a life raftwith almost no supplies no radio and no idea if theyll ever be found. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Bailey's Ocean Adventure 7:34 Disaster 9:55 Adrift in the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T16:00Z 133K followers, 25.8K engagements
"Shipwrecked in the Sea of Cortez Survival Turns to Desperation Three men set out on what was supposed to be a routine fishing trip in the Sea of Cortez. But when a sudden storm stranded them on a desolate island their fight for survival turned into a brutal test of endurance friendship and the will to live. With no radio no rescue in sight and the island slowly breaking them down only two would make it back. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Lorenzo and Joe's Deep Sea Trip 5:04 Shipwrecked 15:27 Trek for Rescue 21:05 Tragedy & Rescue 26:21 Aftermath 33:03 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T15:01Z 133K followers, 20.8K engagements
"Joshua Tree Claims Another Overconfident Hiker The Final Hike of Bill Ewasko In June [----] 65-year-old psychologist and hiker Bill Ewasko vanished inside Joshua Tree National Park. Searchers scoured the desert for weeks finding only his car and one faint cell phone ping miles away. For twelve years his disappearance haunted rescuers spawning one of the most mysterious cases in the parks history. When his remains were finally found the truth of what happened revealed a story far more haunting than anyone imagined. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Bill Ewasko Disappears in Joshua Tree 4:02 The Search for"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T15:01Z 133K followers, 93K engagements
"Stranded in the Valley of Death Death Valley National Park Disasters Marathon Under the Death Valley sun the line between adventure and oblivion is thin. People come for the thrill for the photos for the illusion that they'll be fine. The GPS tells you a shortcut and you believe it. You drive down a lonely dirt road miles from pavement from help from mercy. The air grows hotter the tires sink deeper and your mind starts to betray you. Out here technology is useless. Batteries die maps lie and the silence is absolute. 0:00 Introduction 1:36 A Couple Stranded in the Desert 15:07 Stranded in"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 19.6K engagements
"The Cat the Sea Couldnt Claim The Legend of Unsinkable Sam In the chaos of World War II countless ships vanished beneath the waves but from the wreckage of one of historys greatest naval disasters something impossible emerged. A lone survivor. Drifting through fire oil and steel. Not a sailor. Not a soldier. But something else entirely. A cat. What followed would become one of the strangest legends of the sea a story of survival so improbable it defied reason itself. 0:00 Introduction 0:45 The Cat and the Sinking of the Bismarck 6:22 Oscar The Cat and the Sinking of the HMS Cossack 10:38"
YouTube Link 2025-10-11T15:01Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Trapped on Ledge Couple Falls Down Mountain in the Himalayas In March [----] Liang Sheng-yueh and his girlfriend Liu Chen-chun set off into Nepals remote Ganesh Himal. Young untested and chasing adventure they carried no guide no porters only their packs and their belief that determination would be enough. At first it was: forests rivers villages and sky-high valleys welcomed them. But Nepal in March is fickle. Storms swept the trails snow erased the maps and every step deeper into the wilderness carried them closer to disaster. Introduction Liang & Liu's Ganesh Himal Trek The Fall Surviving on"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T07:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements
"Horror in a Boiling Hot Spring Dreadful Outing in Yellowstone In June [----] 23-year-old Colin Scott wandered off the boardwalk at Yellowstones Norris Geyser Basin drawn by the lure of a hidden hot spring. With his sister filming he bent down to test the water but in a place where the ground is as thin as glass and the pools reach near-boiling temperatures one wrong step can turn fatal. What happened next would become one of Yellowstones most haunting tragedies 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Colin and Sable Scott Head to Yellowstone 3:30 Yellowstone & Norris Geyser Basin 6:25 Horror in the Hot Spring"
YouTube Link 2025-09-26T15:00Z 133K followers, 36K engagements
"Compound Fracture in the Backcountry Disastrous Hike in Kings Canyon National Park Greg Hein set out on a solo hike to climb 13563-foot Mount Goddard in Kings Canyon National Park. Experienced confident and eager to reconnect with the Sierra Nevada after years away he left the trailhead at twilight ready for a three-day loop. But within twenty-four hours a single slip on loose rock would turn his adventure into a fight for survival testing everything he knew about the mountains and about himself. 0:00 Introduction 0:54 Gregg Hein's Mt Goaddard Hike 6:20 The Disastrous Descent 11:54 Survival"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 33.2K engagements
"Stranded on a Mountain Road in a Blizzard A Perilous Fight for Life in the Cascades On November [--] [----] 37-year-old Daryl Jane set out from Bainbridge Island toward Trout Lake Washington driving his trusty Jeep Cherokee into the Cascades. The plan was simple: a night with friends a drum circle and back home in time for the Seahawks game. But winter had other ideas. Choosing the direct route along the infamous NF-23 road Jane drove straight into a mounting snowstorm. The forest grew white and silent the road vanished and soon his Jeep was stuck fastsnow piling higher cell service gone and no"
YouTube Link 2025-09-14T15:00Z 133K followers, 76.1K engagements
"Reckless Stunts & Extreme Sports Disasters Marathon [--] When individuals choose to engage in stunts and extreme sports they understand the risks that even a small mistake can bring. For many its the adrenaline rush they cravea dopamine surge that no other activity can match. While outsiders often watch in shock and wonder why anyone would endanger their life or subject their loved ones to the uncertainty and heartache of whether theyll return safely these thrill-seekers become desensitized to the dangers and the impact on those who care about them. The following stories delve into the lives of"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T15:01Z 133K followers, 54.2K engagements
"The Road That Took Everything The Fatal Trail of the Toyota World Runners For Matthew Yeoman and Stacey Tourout the couple behind the YouTube channel Toyota World Runners adventure was a way of life. From the forests of Vancouver Island to the ends of the Pan-American Highway they built their dream rigSunday a one-of-a-kind 4x4 camperand shared their journey with the world. Their love their laughter and their grit turned them into unlikely YouTube stars inspiring thousands as they braved deserts jungles and high mountain passes. But the road they chased so fearlessly held dangers of its"
YouTube Link 2025-08-24T15:00Z 133K followers, 232.9K engagements
"Disaster in Paradise Tour Boat Capsizes in Bali On March [--] [----] thirteen tourists boarded the Sea Dragon [--] in Bali for what was meant to be the highlight of their tripswimming with manta rays off Nusa Penida. The morning was clear and calm spirits high. But one detail unsettled passenger Lisa Abel: there was no safety briefing and no life jackets were being handed out. After repeatedly asking the crew she spotted a single small pink vest and slipped it onto her 7-year-old daughter Alexandraa decision that would later save the girls life. As the boat neared Nusa Penida dark clouds rolled in"
YouTube Link 2025-08-17T15:01Z 133K followers, 27.6K engagements
"Hiker Gets Lost in the Blue Mountains Fighting to Survive in the Australian Backcountry Jamie Neale was a bright 19-year-old from North London standing at the crossroads of adulthood. With university on the horizon he chose adventure insteada gap year to explore the world before settling down. In June [----] he landed in Australia drawn to its wild landscapes and promise of reinvention. Confident and eager he checked into a hostel in Katoomba and set out for a short solo hike in the Blue Mountains. No phone. No note. Just a few hours he thought. But the forest had other plans. And every step"
YouTube Link 2025-08-03T15:01Z 133K followers, 59.9K engagements
"The Hole of Death Swimmer Sucked into a Dam Drainage Hole Emily Terese Schwalen was a brilliant graduate student at UC Davis. But one cold Sunday evening in [----] she drove to Lake Berryessa alone. The lake was swollen from storms and the infamous Glory Hole spillway had begun to churn. What happened next would leave witnesses in shock and leave behind a mystery that still haunts Northern California to this day. 0:00 Introduction 0:49 Who Was Emily Schwalen 6:24 Lake Berryessa & The Glory Hole 8:59 The Deadly Swim to the Glory Hole 11:39 What Happened 16:38 Conclusion Join the Outdoor"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 18.9K engagements
"The Final Hike of an Instagram Influencer The Arizona Desert Trek That Turned Deadly When 31-year-old Instagram influencer Hannah Moody set out for a solo hike in the Arizona desert she was full of life faith and purpose. An exotic dancer turned bodybuilder turned spiritual guide Hannah believed the trail was where she found God. But what began as a simple morning hike would unravel into something no one expected. 0:00 Introduction 0:37 Hannah Moody and Her Faith Journey 4:35 The Deadly Hike on the Gateway Trail 8:25 The Search For Hannah 10:15 Found 11:58 The Aftermath & Hannah Moody's"
YouTube Link 2025-07-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 83.4K engagements
"Hellish Hike on Mt San Jacinto's Skyline Trail Extreme Heat Puts Hiker in Peril In July [----] while consulting in Palm Springs Robert Liebler and his colleague set their sights on the Skyline Traila punishing 10000-foot climb up Mount San Jacinto. No water. No shade. Just dust heat and rock. At [--] a.m. they began their ascent under a sky still stitched with stars. But by sunrise the temperature was already soaring. The trail offered no mercy as his energy drained. And somewhere on that mountain something would go terribly wrong. 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Bob Liebler's Hike on Mt San Jacinto Begins"
YouTube Link 2025-07-12T22:33Z 133K followers, 44.7K engagements
"The Fall of the Brazilian Backpacker The Juliana Marins Story Juliana Marins a vibrant 26-year-old Brazilian backpacker embarked on an epic solo travel trip across Southeast Asia. On June [--] [----] Juliana joined a tour group ascending Mount Rinjani Indonesias secondhighest active volcano. On the second day of the climb fatigue sets in and she pauses to rest separating herself from her companions. In the grip of dense fog and unstable terrain Juliana slipped [----] ft down the crater rim. A drone later captures her perched hundreds of meters below the main trailalive signaling for help. Rescue"
YouTube Link 2025-07-06T15:00Z 133K followers, 80.9K engagements
"How the Sunjoy IceCove Portable AC Saved Me From Outdoor Disasters Special thanks to@SunjoyLife for sending this product for an honest review. This is definitely an OD-approved product. By using my discount code OTDZSTER13 you'll receive a 13% discount on all non-discounted items on sunjoyshop.com excluding replacements. Check out Sunjoy products at the following link: https://sunjoyshop.com/ref=pxqlhisk To purchase the IceCove Portable AC click here: https://sunjoyshop.com/products/air-conditioner_pos=2&_sid=f310b3282&_ss=r Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All"
YouTube Link 2025-06-30T18:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"Brothers of Rock Ice and Death A Famous Climbing Duos Tragic Story on Gasherbrum Mountain climbers Dmitry Golovchenko and Sergey Nilov met in [----] and formed a bond stronger than rope. For twenty years they climbed togetherice walls unclimbed faces routes that broke other men and won awards and notoriety in the process. They would go down as one of the most prolific climbing duos in mountaineering history. They had a kind of trust that doesnt need words. They were like brothers. But sometimes a bond that deep is what takes you down. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 The Dynamic Climbing Duo: Dmitry"
YouTube Link 2025-06-27T15:00Z 133K followers, 23K engagements
"Utah: Disasters Elevated Utah National Parks Disasters Marathon Utah lures you in with landscapes that make you believe God took His time with this place. People come here chasing wonder. And they find it. But wonder doesn't keep you alive. This place is ruthless. The following stories show that in Utah peril is just around the corner if you're not paying attention or you're not prepared. 0:00 Introduction 1:43 Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab https://youtu.be/3RClOmvTfsY 35:33 A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon https://youtu.be/FodzqyWpA08 1:02:00 Lost and Lying in Zion"
YouTube Link 2025-06-24T15:01Z 133K followers, 29.3K engagements
"A Family Hike Goes Horribly Wrong The White Sands French Disaster The Steiners were a quiet hardworking family from a small town in France. In [----] they set out on a five-week road trip across the American West. They chased beauty through Yellowstone Utah and New Mexico. Then they arrived at White Sands. And thats where everything changed. What happened next would tear their world apart 0:00 Introduction 0:49 The Steiner's Trip Through the American West 3:27 The White Sand National Park Hike 9:09 The Hike Goes Horribly Wrong 13:45 The Search for the Steiners 16:23 The Aftermath 19:58"
YouTube Link 2025-06-20T15:01Z 133K followers, 274.1K engagements
"Camping Idiots with the BLUETTI AC200L #BLUETTI #AC200L #SolarGenerator #Amazon #PrimeDay #PrimeDay2025 BLUETTI Prime Day Mega Deal Lowest Price in [----] Dont miss your once-in-a-generation chance to save BIG on BLUETTI power stations. Amazon:https://amzn.to/3G0DepN Websitehttps://bit.ly/4n2numX Exclusive Code on Webiste:OUTDOOR05 Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If"
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T16:30Z 133K followers, 11.1K engagements
"A Horrible Hike in Paradise Hiker Gets Lost in a Forest in Hawaii Amanda Eller a yoga instructor and physical therapist living in Hawaii set out for what was supposed to be a short solo hike in Mauis Makawao Forest. Just a quick run to clear her head. No phone no heavy gearjust the trees the trail and her thoughts. But one wrong turn became two and soon the forest no longer felt familiar. As daylight faded and panic crept in Amanda found herself deep in the jungle with no clear way out. Exhausted and disoriented she used leaves to shield herself from the cold mud shivering as light rain began"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T15:01Z 133K followers, 40.3K engagements
"Trapped in Canyonlands Runner Falls Down a Canyon in Moab On December [--] [----] Danelle Ballengee loaded Tazher wiry golden-red rescue dog into her truck with the plan to run on the Amasa Back Trail near Canyonlands National Park. They arrived at the trial and she and Taz started running with no idea of the disaster looming. Her feet slipped near a cliff and then she fell [--] feet below shattering her pelvis unable to walk. This was the start of an ordeal that would bring her to the brink of death. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access:"
YouTube Link 2025-06-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.4K engagements
"Erased by Mt. Shasta The Strangest Climbing Story in History In the spring of [----] 69-year-old Carl Landers set out to climb Californias Mount Shasta. An experienced hiker with a passion for the outdoors Carl had attempted the mountain before and was determined to reach the summit this time. What began as a routine alpine ascent would soon spiral into one of the most baffling mountain disappearances in modern history. Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early access: https://www.patreon.com/OutdoorDisasters Be the fuel behind Outdoor Disasters Donate to my coffee"
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T15:00Z 133K followers, 67.4K engagements
"Tragedy Inside the Cave The Disaster at Ellison's Cave On February [--] [----] what was meant to be a thrilling weekend adventure into Ellisons Cave turned into a nightmare. Grant Lockenbach and Michael Pirie part of a group of young explorers from the University of Florida entered the darkness full of excitementbut underground even one mistake can be fatal. Deep beneath Pigeon Mountain they would face a test of survivaland before the day was over tragedy would strike. 0:00 Introduction 0:39 The Adventure to Ellison's Cave 7:02 The Disastrous Descent 12:36 The Rescue Attempt 18:16 The Life of"
YouTube Link 2025-05-16T15:00Z 133K followers, 21.2K engagements
"A Horrific Survival Situation Plane Crashes in Shark Infested Waters in the Atlantic On December [--] [----] 37-year-old Walter Wyatta former Vietnam War jet pilotclimbed into his twin-engine Beechcraft for a quick trip back home from Nassau to Miami. But overnight thieves had stripped his navigation system leaving him with only a compass and a handheld radio. Flying blind with no co-pilot and no GPS Wyatt pressed on. Then came the storm. The compass spun uselessly the clouds swallowed the sky and he realized he was lost. As the storm worsened and fuel drained away Wyatt's engines died one by one."
YouTube Link 2025-05-09T15:00Z 133K followers, 53.9K engagements
"A Life or Death Trek to Save His Brother A Horrific Injury in a Utah Slot Canyon In November of [----] brothers Justin and Jermey set out for a canyoneering adventure in Southern Utah known as the Baptist Draw a popular technical canyoneering route. Everything was going fine until one descent Justin fell and severely broke his leg a life-threatening injury. Unable to carry him out and with temperatures below freezing Jeremy set out to get help. What was supposed to be a fairly straightforward trek back to the car Jeremy became lost. Time was running out for his brother. 0:00 Introduction 0:44"
YouTube Link 2025-05-02T15:00Z 133K followers, 35.7K engagements
"Abandoned on a Cold Mountain A Father & Son Ski Outing Turns Deadly In [----] Michael and Matthew Couillard set off on a ski outing at the Kartalkaya ski center near Ankara Turkey. On one ski run near the top a wall of fog rolled in and swallowed the mountain and they lost the trail. This would be the beginning of a harrowing ordeal for the father and son duo. 0:00 Introduction 0:42 The Couliards Ski Trip 3:44 Lost 10:02 The Search for Mike and Matt 14:09 The Quest for Help 22:00 Found 26:07 Aftermath 28:10 Conclusion Join the Outdoor Disasters Patreon for narration only videos and early"
YouTube Link 2025-04-25T15:00Z 133K followers, 30.9K engagements
"When The GPS Leads You Astray Bad Decisions on the Road Marathon You trust GPS more than your own eyes. And then the road is gone. The pavement fades to dust. It does not whisper warnings or beg you to turn back. You will miss a turn. The map or GPS will send you down the wrong path. The road can be a joy. But if you don't make wise decisions and use common sense the road can be a disaster. These stories embody that if you make bad decisions on the road there are catastrophic consequences. 0:00 Introduction 1:09 Fighting to Survive Death Valley's Deadly Heat 16:53 A GPS Mess 41:51 GPS Leads"
YouTube Link 2025-04-21T21:12Z 133K followers, 24.8K engagements
"Abandoned in the Arctic Trapped in Alaska's Wilderness In [----] 34-year-old wildlife photographer Carl McCunn set out for a five-month solo expedition deep in Alaskas Arctic wilderness. It was meant to be the adventure of a lifetimejust him his camera a rifle and the raw beauty of the land. He flew in by bush plane with enough supplies to last through the summer and arranged informally for a friend to pick him up in August. But that handshake agreement would prove catastrophic. Everything seemed to be going according to planuntil August 7th came and went and no plane arrived. Stranded over 100"
YouTube Link 2025-04-18T15:00Z 133K followers, 55.9K engagements
"Bad Decision.Dire Consequence Stranded in Death Valley in Summer In August of [----] Alicia and Carlos Sanchez embarked on a camping trip to Death Valley. Using her GPS it guided her down a rough gravel path that wound through the southern edge of Death Valley. Then a hidden hole in the road trapped their Jeep. They were stranded with temperatures already nearing [---] degrees. And there was no cell signal. What started as a fun mother and son trip was teetering on catastrophe. 0:00 Introduction 0:48 Alicia and Carlos's Trip to Death Valley 5:32 Stranded 9:25 Dire Straits 12:14 Found 15:06 Final"
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T15:00Z 133K followers, 165.3K engagements
"Man Voluntarily Disappeared Into the Outback Surviving Australian Desert with Almost Nothing Robert Bogucki an American firefighter from Alaska set out on what he believed would be a deeply spiritual journey into the Great Sandy Desert of Australia. A devout man he sought to test himself to find answers to push beyond human limits. He abandoned his bike early on and continued on foot believing that faith and resilience would carry him through. Days stretched into weeks and as time passed concern grew. Authorities launched a search but the vast emptiness swallowed their efforts. The Western"
YouTube Link 2025-04-04T15:00Z 133K followers, 34.3K engagements
"Surviving Joshua Tree with the BLUETTI Elite [---] V2 Purchase the Bluettie Elite [---] V2 at the link below. Use the code OUTDIS05 for 5% off all Bluetti products. Elite [---] V2 Product Linkhttps://bit.ly/4is0gUf Music by Scott Buckley "Omega" Copyright [----] Outdoor Disasters. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos fall within the guidelines of fair dealing/fair use. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material or"
YouTube Link 2025-03-25T19:00Z 133K followers, [----] engagements
"The Missionary Who Broke the RulesAnd Paid the Price The Dangerous Quest to North Sentinel Island John Allen Chau first read about the Sentinelese in High School. They were a small untouched people on North Sentinel Island. The Sentinelese had no knowledge of God. Chau read this took it in and saw the path ahead. In November [----] after years of training in missionary work and prayer John made his move and embarked on his mission to convert the Sentinelese people which would end in disaster. 0:00 Introduction 0:46 North Sentinel Island 5:29 Who is John Allen Chau 8:05 Gearing up for North"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T14:34Z 133K followers, 37.5K engagements
"Death in Paradise Yosemite Disasters Marathon Yosemite is both a cathedral and a crucible. One wrong step and you are goneno second chances. The danger in Yosemite is not the kind that shouts. It does not warn you. It does not make a sound. It is quiet patient waiting. The following stories show that Yosemite makes you think you belong here. That you understand it. That you are in control. But you're not. And it only takes one slip of sense for your adventure to descend into a disaster. 0:00 Introduction 1:28 BASE Jump Gone Wrong In Yosemite https://youtu.be/xLpcj1UiFoU 22:27 Catastrophe in"
YouTube Link 2025-03-20T15:00Z 133K followers, 40.5K engagements
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