On January 4, 2025, at approximately 1:00 PM, the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office and Inyo County Search & Rescue located Taylor Rodriguez approximately half a mile northwest of Upper Boy Scout Lake, at an elevation of 12,000 feet, near the North Fork of Lone Pine Creek Trail. It has been confirmed that he is deceased.

At this time, no further details are available. We extend our deepest condolences to Taylor’s family and friends during this difficult time.

We want to thank everyone who assisted in the search efforts, including climbers and hikers who provided valuable information. Special thanks to the Army National Guard, CHP Inland Division Air Operations, CHP Central Division Air Operations, CalOES FIRIS (High altitude imaging plane), Mono County SAR, and China Lake Mountain Rescue Group (Kern County) for their mutual aid and dedication. Additionally, we want to thank our kitchen staff here at the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office for their support to our search teams.

News Source: Inyo County Sheriff’s Office and Inyo County Search and Rescue