Johnston Canyon Trail in Banff remains closed as search for missing Pennsylvania man continues: RCMP

Banff RCMP and Parks Canada confirmed that a man drowned in the lower falls of Johnston Canyon Friday evening.

A 25-year-old man from Pennsylvania is missing and presumed drowned after jumping into the lower falls at Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park.

An RCMP spokesperson said the man jumped off the cliffs into the lower falls around 6:42 p.m. Friday evening.

He has not been seen since.

Parks Canada is conducting the recovery efforts with assistance from the RCMP.

Because of the spring melt, RCMP say it’s too dangerous to send in divers to locate the body.

They are using cameras but as of Sunday morning have not been able to locate him.

Parks Canada posted on its social media that Johnston Canyon Trail and Day-Use Area remain closed to the public until further notice.

“Parks Canada extends sincere condolences to the individual’s family and loved ones during this difficult time,” they posted on the Parks Canada Facebook page.

This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.