I’m deeply sorry to hear about the tragic loss of 13-year-old Kayleb Lynn Eddings. On October 18, 2025, during a hike with a friend at Brewer Bluff in Buffalo National River, Arkansas, Kayleb lost his footing near the edge of an overlook and fell approximately 200 feet. His father, Toby Eddings, was among the first to reach him and found him unresponsive.

I’m deeply sorry to hear about the tragic loss of 13-year-old Kayleb Lynn Eddings. On October 18, 2025, during a hike with a friend at Brewer Bluff in Buffalo National River, Arkansas, Kayleb lost his footing near the edge of an overlook and fell approximately 200 feet. His father, Toby Eddings, was among the first to reach him and found him unresponsive. New York Post

Kayleb was an eighth grader at Ozark Mountain School District, remembered by his family as a kind, joyful boy whose “bright, jovial personality had no rival.” He loved riding his four-wheeler, collecting Hot Wheels with his dad, hunting with his grandfather, and spending time with friends and his younger brothers. People.com

A celebration of his life was scheduled to take place at the St. Joe School … , on October 23. New York Post

The National Park Service and Searcy County Sheriff’s … investigating the incident. Officials have reminded visitors that the terrain in … can be rugged and steep, urging people to stay a safe … . New York Post