Our Town
The Fox Glacier Township is set amongst some of the world’s most beautiful scenery. Located on the West Coast of the South Island in the Westland National Park it offers breathtaking views of New Zealand’s highest peaks, Aoraki/Mt Cook and Mt Tasman. Surrounding farms and rainforest clad hills also surround the village.
When you arrive in Fox Glacier you immediately feel relaxed in its intimate, village atmosphere. Accommodation including hotels, motels, backpackers, holiday parks, apartments, farm stays and bed and breakfasts are within walking distance of the township and there are a number of licensed restaurants and cafes offering delicious meal options.
These facilities and services make it easy for you to explore the numerous natural wonders that lie in the townships backyard…
- Walk, helihike, ice climb or experience a scenic flight over the longest and less crowded West Coast Glacier.
- Visit the world famous Lake Matheson. Located only 5 kms from the township and famous for its picture perfect reflections of New Zealand’s highest peaks. The rainforest walkway features abundant birdlife.
- 21 kms west of Fox Glacier is the historic gold mining settlement of Gillespies Beach. There are several walks to enjoy here, the most popular being the 3 hour return trip to a colony of fur seals.
- The township offers a perfect base for hikers wishing to venture up the Copland Track (located 26 kms south of Fox Glacier) to the famous Welcome Flat natural hot pools.
- Purchase a momento of your time in Fox Glacier or a gift to share with friends and family back home from one of the local gift shops and galleries.
Other services also available in Fox Glacier for your convenience include:
- Post Office
- Foreign Currency Exchange and ATM
- Coach and Tranzalpine train bookings
- Shuttle service to Lake Matheson and Fox Glacier Valley
- Bicycle hire
- Petrol station
- General store
- Wi Fi access and Internet kiosk
- Catholic and Presbyterian Churches
- Fox Glacier Medical Clinic