The Colorado Springs Fire Department responded to the rescue operation at 7:43 p.m. Monday after a park ranger at Garden of the Gods reported the trapped man, according to agency public information officer Ashley Franco.
Franco said the rescue team found the man about 75 feet up on a rock without climbing gear or protective equipment, which is against park regulations. Safety gear, permits and proper climbing equipment are , she said.
A posted on social media by the fire department showed crews working in the dark to rescue the man.
The rescue took just over an hour as the Colorado Springs crew set up a rope system, climbed up the rock and rappelled down to the man to harness him in and bring him to the ground, Franco said. No injuries were reported.
“We urge everyone visiting our beautiful parks to know the park rules and have the appropriate permits and equipment,” Franco said. “We encourage everyone to visit, but ask that they do so safely and know and understand all rules and regulations for recreating in our parks.”
