Public Safety

SAR Team Rescues Hiker on Dog Mountain

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

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On August 1, 2026, the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (SAR) Team rescued an injured hiker on Dog Mountain. The rescue involved coordination with Skamania County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

This incident follows a pattern of declining SAR missions, with the Sheriff’s Office reporting a fourth consecutive month of decreased activity in June 2026. The July 1 press release noted the trend, though specific numbers were not provided in the source document.

Residents should know that the SAR team remains active in the Gorge area, with recent rescues including Hamilton Mountain, Snagtooth Falls, and Mount St. Helens. The team is currently recruiting new members with no experience required.

📄 Source: Police Department — https://skamaniasheriff.com/press-releases/

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On August 1, 2026, the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (SAR) Team rescued an injured hiker on Dog MountainNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The rescue involved coordination with Skamania County Emergency Medical Services (EMS)No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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This incident follows a pattern of declining SAR missionsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Sheriff’s Office reported a fourth consecutive month of decreased activity in June 2026“07/01/2026 – For the fourth month in a row, the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office has experienced a decrease in search and rescue missions compared to...”
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The July 1 press release noted the trend“07/01/2026 – For the fourth month in a row, the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office has experienced a decrease in search and rescue missions compared to... Read more →”
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Specific numbers were not provided in the source documentNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Residents should know that the SAR team remains active in the Gorge areaNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The team has recently rescued people on Hamilton MountainNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The team has recently rescued people on Snagtooth FallsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The team has recently rescued people on Mount St. HelensNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The team is currently recruiting new members“The Skamania County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team is looking for new members who are passionate about helping others. No experience is needed in… Read more →”
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No experience is required for the team recruitment“No experience is needed in… Read more →”