Accidents are always possible when trekking into nature, but your odds of dying in a National Park are notably low at around 1 in 664,099, according to a report from KÜHL. This is significantly lower than the odds of a pedestrian dying in a traffic accident (1 in 485), choking to death on food (1 in 2,659) or taking a fatal fall from a ladder (1 in 680). Falls are the leading cause of National Park deaths, causing just over 20% of fatalities, followed by medical issues (15.4%), drowning (12.9%) and motor vehicle crashes (11.8%). Data shows that men comprise 74.1% of these fatalities. While National Park fatalities are rare, it is still imperative to use caution when hiking or camping in these areas. The National Park Foundation (NPF) suggests the following tips to stay safe: |

• Prepare ahead of time by learning about any hazards at the park you'll be visiting – including any inclement weather.
• When packing, the National Park Service suggests these essentials: Sun protection, insulation (clothing), illumination, first-aid supplies, the means to make fire, a repair kit and tools, food, hydration and emergency shelter (tent, tarp, etc.).
• Once at the park, stay with your group on your planned route.
• Maintain a safe distance from any wildlife you encounter in the park.

In the slideshow above, we'll look at the most and least dangerous national parks, according to an analysis from KÜHL. Note that the "danger" presented by these parks is based on their level of risk exposure, rather than their inherent safety.

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