NEW<\/span>You can now listen to Fox News articles!\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n A hiker who survived a terrifying grizzly bear attack in Glacier National Park<\/a> is recovering after multiple surgeries \u2014 and is now facing mounting medical expenses.\u00a0<\/p>\n The attack occurred on May 28 on the Grinnell Glacier Trail<\/a>, one of the park’s most popular hiking routes, according to a fundraising page created after the incident.<\/p>\n The hiker, Daniel Crago, said he and a friend were nearing the end of the trail when he continued ahead to a snow-covered section to take in the views and snap a few photos.<\/p>\n HIDDEN DANGER AT POPULAR US NATIONAL PARK FORCES TRAIL CLOSURES AS BEAR SIGHTINGS CLIMB<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n About 10 minutes later, as he began making his way back along the trail,<\/a> he noticed a smaller grizzly bear nearby.<\/p>\n As he scanned the area, he spotted a larger grizzly on the mountainside about 15 feet away, the fundraising page noted.<\/p>\n Daniel Crago, pictured above, was attacked by a grizzly bear while hiking. He has had multiple surgeries and is seeking help with mounting medical bills.<\/span> (Daniel Crago\/GoFundMe)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Crago said he attempted to alert the animal to his presence \u2014 but believes the close encounter may have startled the bear.<\/p>\n “As soon as it saw me, it charged down and attacked me,” he wrote on the GoFundMe page.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The bear bit his arm<\/a> and dragged him between 20 and 30 feet before running away.<\/p>\n The attack left Crago with a severe arm injury that required emergency medical treatment<\/a>.<\/p>\n The attack occurred on May 28 on the Grinnell Glacier Trail in Glacier National Park, according to the information shared on a fundraising page.<\/span> (iStock)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Several nearby hikers quickly stepped in to help.<\/p>\n A pediatric emergency room physician who happened to be on the trail stabilized Crago’s arm and helped stop the bleeding.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Then, another hiker continuously made noise to discourage the bears from returning, according to the fundraiser page.<\/p>\n Another visitor used a satellite communication device to contact emergency responders and request a medical evacuation.<\/p>\n The bear in the attack (not pictured) bit Crago’s arm and pulled him roughly 20 to 30 feet before fleeing.<\/span> (iStock)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The injured hiker was airlifted by helicopter to a hospital, where he underwent emergency treatment and surgery<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n He said he’s undergone three surgeries so far and expects to need at least one additional procedure as part of his recovery. As a result, Crago said he is facing significant medical bills associated with his treatment and ongoing care.<\/p>\n TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The fundraiser was created to help offset costs while he focuses on healing.<\/p>\n “I am deeply grateful for everyone who has supported me,” he wrote.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Crago also said that any money raised beyond his medical expenses will be donated to the U.S. National Park Service<\/a>.<\/p>\n Glacier National Park is home to about 300 grizzly bears, according to the National Park Service. The park also has roughly 600 black bears, for a total bear population of about 900 to 1,000 bears (the figures are approximate).\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n![\"Daniel](\"https:\/\/a57.foxnews.com\/static.foxnews.com\/foxnews.com\/content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1200\/675\/daniel-crago-hospital.jpeg?ve=1&tl=1\")
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