Squamish runner missing after Matterhorn ascent — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Kalie McCrystal, a Squamish runner, went missing during a Matterhorn descent. Last seen on Lion’s Ridge, she had reached the summit. Helicopter search suspended, ground teams continue.
McCrystal, an experienced mountaineer, set speed records on Zermatt and Squamish’s Tantalus Traverse. Her family and friends remain hopeful. No contact since Tuesday afternoon. Read more culture coverage.
The Matterhorn, 4,478 meters, straddles Italy and Switzerland. McCrystal aimed for a speed record on the Italian route. Search teams use air ambulances, no signal from her cellphone. Related: Two Road-Race Stars Face Doping Allegations.
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Search continues for Kalie McCrystal after Matterhorn reconnaissance outing Kalie McCrystal, a Squamish runner, went missing during a Matterhorn descent. Last seen on Lion’s Ridge, she had reached the summit. Helicopter search suspended, ground teams continue.
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Runner World published this brief on September 5, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated September 5, 2026.
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