Missing Kananaskis hiker found dead near Mt. Baldy

A 42-year-old hiker reported missing in the Mt. Baldy area of Kananaskis has been found deceased.

On Friday, Kananaskis RCMP received a report of the missing hiker and initiated a search. Later that day, members of Kananaskis Mountain Rescue located the individual, who was confirmed deceased at the scene.

The body has been transported to the Calgary Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for further examination.

RCMP say the death does not appear to be suspicious.

Mounties extended their condolences to the hiker’s family and friends.

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No further details have been released at this time.