California Photographer Critically Injured in 200-Foot Fall in Portugal

Renowned California-based adventure photographer Kyle Quin Schrock is in critical condition after falling 200 feet while hiking in Madeira, Portugal. The incident occurred on October 11 when the trail beneath him gave way, according to his family.

Schrock, who resides in San Diego, was airlifted to a local hospital where he remains in the intensive care unit. He is awaiting spinal surgery, is being treated for broken ribs, and has fluid in his lungs, his sister-in-law, Tara Schrock, stated in a GoFundMe campaign established to support his recovery.

The campaign details that Schrock faces a lengthy recovery process, including travel assistance, rehabilitation, and ongoing medical needs in the United States. He is also unable to work for several months.

Schrock is recognized for his adventure and lifestyle photography, amassing over 1.3 million followers on his Instagram account, @everchanginghorizon. His online portfolio features images from his extensive global travels.

In an Instagram post, Schrock described the fall, stating he fell approximately 60 meters before being caught by a patch of grass. "I thought it was my death but eventually got caught on a piece of grass. Like a little bush," he wrote.

Schrock graduated from Brigham Young University-Hawaii in 2014 with an accounting degree and has worked as a content creator for nearly 12 years. He previously served a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Costa Rica, where he became fluent in Spanish.

As of Friday afternoon, the GoFundMe had raised over $11,700 towards its $30,000 goal.