Canada Rockfall: 2 Hikers Killed
- A major rockfall in western Canada's Banff National Park claimed the lives of two hikers and injured three others Thursday.
- The Royal Canadian mounted Police and parks Canada jointly announced the recovery of a second body Friday morning.
- Niclas Brundell, a local resident hiking with his wife, recounted noticing small rocks falling before the major slide.
Tragedy strikes Banff national park. A devastating rockfall near Bow Glacier Falls claimed two lives and injured three hikers on Thursday. Authorities, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, have recovered both bodies and launched an examination into the cause of the disaster. Witnesses recount the harrowing moments before the mountainside collapsed, describing a scene of chaos and fear. Get the latest updates on the impact of the rockfall, including details on the victims and the ongoing assessment of the area’s stability. We’ll continue to provide live coverage and expert analysis with News Directory 3. Stay informed on this developing story, and understand the immediate aftermath as rescue teams respond. Discover what’s next …
Rockfall kills Two Hikers in Banff National Park
Updated June 20, 2025
A major rockfall in western Canada’s Banff National Park claimed the lives of two hikers and injured three others Thursday. The incident occurred near the popular Bow Glacier Falls, about 140 miles northwest of Calgary, Alberta, an area renowned for its scenic beauty and heavy summer traffic.
The Royal Canadian mounted Police and parks Canada jointly announced the recovery of a second body Friday morning. The first victim was identified as a 70-year-old woman from Calgary. Authorities have stated that no additional individuals are reported missing following the rockfall.
Niclas Brundell, a local resident hiking with his wife, recounted noticing small rocks falling before the major slide. He estimated 15 to 20 people were near the falls when he and his wife fled.
“I turned round and saw basically a whole shelf of a mountain come loose,” Brundell told the canadian Broadcasting Corp. “We just kept sprinting and I couldn’t see the people behind us anymore because they were all in that cloud of rock.”
Andy Dragt, an organizer with a local hiking club, confirmed to the Globe and Mail that one of its members died in the rockfall. About 10 club members were present, Dragt said, but he declined to name the deceased.
What’s next
Authorities are investigating the rockfall and assessing the stability of the area around Bow Glacier Falls. further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.