Pride Rock’s Danger
Because this has become a popular spot for anyone looking to get their share-worthy Insta-pics, the management has become more vigilant. In 2016, the CBC reported that the number of rope rescues climbed to 65 percent. While they have added fences, it maintained that they couldn’t do it for the entire escarpment.
They insisted that not only are the guests’ lives at risk, but the staffers’ are also in danger whenever they are requested to rescue. The ecosystem also gets disrupted when tourists stray from the trail and go to off-limit sites. The loud sound of helicopters is also enough to stress the creatures.