Body Recovered After Hiker Falls Near Leigh Lake

Great Falls, MT, September 30, 2026 — A recovery operation concluded with the retrieval of a body following a hiker’s fall near Leigh Lake. The incident involved crews from Libby.

Details regarding the identity of the hiker, the specific date and time of the fall, and the exact location of the incident near Leigh Lake were not immediately available.

Emergency responders, identified as crews from Libby, were involved in the recovery effort. The circumstances leading to the fall and the condition of the hiker prior to the incident have not been publicly disclosed.

Further information regarding the investigation into the fall, including any potential contributing factors or official cause of death, has not yet been released. Authorities have not provided an estimated timeline for the release of additional details.

The recovery operation near Leigh Lake highlights the inherent risks associated with hiking in mountainous terrain. While specific details are pending, the successful retrieval of the body by Libby crews marks the conclusion of the immediate search and recovery phase of the incident.

Story summarized from the original created by Kori Wood NonStop Local Digital Producer on www.montanarightnow.com, see more information here.