Timeline
20:36
Grab a snack or hot drink from a local shop. Check opening hours to ensure it is open before sunset.
21:06
Settle in at Welcome Flat. The tramp takes 6 to 8 hours one way, so arrive early to relax and watch the sky change.
21:21
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts around 20:39, offering a soft glow over the landscape.
Local tip
The Copland Track is a long tramp. Ensure you have transport available with Intercity if you are not completing the full walk.
Check before you go
- Verify shop opening hours for your chosen date.
- Check Intercity transport availability for your return.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Fox Glacier (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).