Missing US Hiker, 70, Found Injured on Remote Island After Week-Long Search

Craig Berg was hypothermic but alert when located on Isle Royale by Michigan police and officials during solo hike

Missing US Hiker, 70, Found Injured on Remote Island After Week-Long Search

TL;DR

  • Craig Berg, 70, was rescued on Isle Royale after being missing for a week.
  • He was found injured and hypothermic but alert by backpackers and Michigan state police.
  • A US Coast Guard helicopter transported Berg to Marquette regional airport.
  • Berg was on a nine-day solo backpacking hike and was due to return on September 5.
  • Search and rescue missions began on September 6, focusing on various areas of the island.
  • Isle Royale is a remote national park with no roads, requiring ground searches by foot.