Elk Valley RCMP respond to fatal mountain bike crash in Fernie, BC

July 3, 2026 - Fernie, British Columbia
From: Elk Valley Regional RCMP

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On July 1, 2026 at approximately 12:30 pm Elk Valley RCMP were notified by BC Ambulance Service of a mountain bike rider in serious condition in the Coal Creek area in Fernie, BC. 

Fernie Search and Rescue, BC Ambulance Service, and Elk Valley RCMP frontline officers responded. Life saving efforts were made but the man succumbed to his injuries. The man was an experienced rider, was wearing appropriate protective gear and was familiar with the trail. 

The death is not being deemed suspicious and appears to have been a highly unfortunate accident. The Fernie Trails Alliance was engaged and was a tremendous help in making sure that the incident was communicated in a timely manner. 

The Elk Valley RCMP want to express our condolences to the family and friends of the cyclist. 

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