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Disappearance On Trail In Pico Paraná State Park Reinforces Risks And Safety In Mountain Rescues.
Roberto Farias Tomaz was without contact for five days after getting lost while descending the trail, being found alive after walking more than 20 kilometers alone.
The incident occurred during a sightseeing trip in an area known for its high difficulty, long distances, and high risk of accidents
which reinforces alerts from environmental and safety authorities.
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Located between the municipalities of Antonina and Campina Grande do Sul, the Pico Paraná is the highest point in southern Brazil, at 1,877 meters above sea level.
Despite being highly sought after by mountaineers, the location requires physical preparation, planning, and respect for official guidelines.
Why The Pico Paraná Trail Is Considered High Risk
The Pico Paraná trail is about 15.2 kilometers long, considering the round trip, and can take an average of 13 hours to hike.
According to the Water and Land Institute (IAT), the route is classified as having a “very high” risk of accidents, mainly due to the steep terrain, dense vegetation, and rapid weather changes.
In addition, the trail has technical points, such as sections with anchors and areas where natural signage may confuse less experienced visitors.
Thus, the agency advises hikers to stay on the main trail, use appropriate equipment, and carefully assess their physical conditions before the ascent.
Pico Paraná State Park Holds Other Challenging Peaks
Pico Paraná State Park is home to several other high-altitude mountains with technical difficulty. Among them are Caratuva (1,852 m), Ibitirati (1,846 m), Itapiroca (1,799 m), Camapuã (1,699 m), Tucum (1,739 m), Ciririca (1,692 m), Cerro Verde (1,652 m), and Pedra Branca (1,392 m).
The park is open for visitation, and entry is free for those who do not stay overnight.
However, registering upon arrival is mandatory, a measure that helps control visitors and can be crucial in cases of mountain rescue.
What Happened To Roberto During The Trail
Moreover, according to the Civil Police of Paraná (PC-PR), Roberto started the trail on December 31, accompanied by a friend.
During the ascent, he felt unwell, which already indicated signs of physical strain.
After a rest period at the summit, where they met two other groups of mountaineers, the duo began their descent around 6:30 AM.
Before reaching the campsite, Roberto ended up separating from the group.
Shortly afterward, another group descending the same path was unable to locate him, leading to the concerns that culminated in the report of his disappearance on the trail.
Account Of Those Who Helped Trigger The Rescue In The Mountains
Legal analyst Fabio Sieg Martins, who was part of one of the groups on the trail, reported the moment he realized that something was wrong and decided to call the firefighters.
“When we arrived at campsite A1, overcoming the ‘anchors’ and everything else, there was a girl in the tent. I asked her, ‘Where’s Roberto?’ and she didn’t know about Roberto.
Then panic set in; I thought, ‘the kid must have gotten disoriented back at [campsite] A2, he’s lost up there. […] Then we went back.
At the first spot with cellphone signal, I made a call to the Fire Department and informed the firefighter of our position and the references we had there”, said Martins.
The quick alert was essential to initiate the search and guide teams on the possible area where the young man could be.
Police Investigation And Warning To Visitors
Thus, on Saturday (3), the Civil Police officially began investigating the case after Roberto’s family, residing in Pinhais, in the Metropolitan Region of Curitiba, filed a Police Report.
Delegate Glaison Lima Rodrigues collected testimonies from the young woman accompanying the boy, from mountaineers who found him during the trail, and from family members.
Cases like this reinforce the importance of prior planning, respect for physical limits, and adherence to the rules of Pico Paraná State Park.
Although it is a tourist destination admired for its scenery, Pico Paraná demands responsibility and awareness of the risks involved
especially to avoid new episodes of disappearance on the trail and complex mountain rescue operations.
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