Colorado kayaker found dead in Yellowstone Lake - East Idaho News

Published
June 11, 2026
Location
Cody, Wyoming
Yellowstone Lake
Incident type
Boating, Drowning

Summary

Drowning Cody Wyoming in Cody, Wyoming: The body of Brandon Rhea, a 41‐year‐old from Denver, was found floating in Yellowstone Lake near Rock Point on the northwest shore. He was discovered by occupants of a vessel on Monday morning and recovered by National Park Service rangers along with his capsized kayak. Authorities are investigating the death; cause unknown.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Brandon Rhea Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Colorado kayaker found dead in Yellowstone Lake - East Idaho News

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