The search for two B.C. snowshoers missing near Cypress Mountain Resort has been called off.

West Vancouver Police said crews were told to stand down just before 4:30 p.m. on Friday.

"At this point, due to the weather and the amount of snow that has fallen in the area, we believe that searchers on the ground have covered all areas that can be safely searched and all areas by aerial search, as well," said Const. Jeff Palmer.

"We don't feel we can justify continued risk to volunteers when there's very little expectation of positive outcome," he added.

Search for missing B.C. snowshoers called off after 5 days

Search called off for missing snowshoers on Cypress Mountain