Researcher Documents Possible Bigfoot Tracks and Tree Breaks in Woods

Came across a fascinating field investigation video the other day that I just had to share. A researcher from the Cascade Mountains Sasquatch channel took to a ridge in search of tracks and stick signs, and what they found out there is the kind of thing that gets the heart pumping. The hike starts off with the investigator heading down a trail, making their way toward what they describe as a new area to explore. Right off the bat, they spot something interesting on a steep embankment — a couple of 13-inch prints heading up the slope with roughly a 24-inch stride between them. For anyone familiar with track analysis, a 13-inch print is on the smaller end of reported Sasquatch tracks, but the stride length and the fact that they're going up a steep incline is worth paying attention to. Stride measurements are often used by researchers to estimate the height of the track maker, and a 24-inch stride on a steep grade suggests a long-legged individual. As the investigator climbs higher up the ridge, they find more tracks along a game trail. There's fresh elk sign mixed in, but some of the older impressions stand out. One print looks like it could be around 15 inches, and there's another partial one that appears to be about 13 inches with a 3-foot stride. The terrain is muddy from recent rain, which makes track identification tricky, but the spacing and depth of these impressions are the kind of details that experienced trackers look for. Then things get really interesting. Near the top of the ridge, the investigator spots what they believe could be a mid-tarsal break — that controversial feature that some researchers point to as evidence of a non-human foot structure. For those unfamiliar, a mid-tarsal break occurs when the middle of the foot flexes in a way that human feet simply cannot. It's one of those details that, when present in a track, sends researchers into a frenzy because it suggests the anatomy of whatever made the print doesn't match any known hominid in the area. The track measurements keep getting more intriguing from there. There's a possible 12 to 13-inch print with a whopping 56-inch stride. To put that in perspective, a 56-inch stride is enormous — far longer than what a human of average height would leave behind, even at a full run. The investigator also notes that the tracks appear to be heading uphill, which adds another layer of curiosity to the find. But the real showstopper comes toward the end of the investigation. While making their way back down, the researcher comes across a tree break that stops them in their tracks. It's a clean snap — the kind that doesn't look like it was caused by another tree falling on it or by natural decay. The investigator points out that the surrounding debris appears to have fallen after the break occurred, not before. They examine it from multiple angles, noting how straight the broken trunk is and how the angle of the snap doesn't line up with any obvious natural cause. Tree breaks like this are a common form of evidence reported by witnesses and researchers alike. Whether they're meant as territorial markers, trail signs, or simply the result of a large, powerful individual moving through the forest, they're often cited as one of the more tangible pieces of evidence that something unusual is roaming these wooded areas. The Cascade Mountains, in particular, have long been considered prime habitat, with numerous reports of sightings, vocalizations, and track finds over the years. The investigator's reaction at the end says it all — a stunned "Holy smokes. Never seen anything like that" as they take in the scene. That kind of genuine reaction from someone who's spent considerable time in the field is what makes videos like this worth watching. If you're into track analysis, ridge-line investigations, or just enjoy watching a seasoned researcher work through a site, this one is definitely worth your time. The combination of possible mid-tarsal breaks, unusual stride lengths, and that suspicious tree snap makes for a compelling watch. Head over to the Cascade Mountains Sasquatch channel and check it out for yourself.