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Castlewood Canyon Rescue: Hiker Falls 30 Feet

FRANKTOWN, Colo. (CBS4) - Rescuers worked hard Wednesday to save a hiker who fell from the equivalent of a third floor building in Castlewood Canyon State Park. The hiker fell 30 feet in the canyon.

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Crews were able to locate the hiker and make a quick rescue and the hiker is expected to make a full recovery.

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(credit: Franktown Fire Department)

The state park is located near Franktown in Douglas County.

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