Lake
Lake Matheson
Fox Glacier, West Coast
Mirror lake with Aoraki and Mount Tasman reflected on calm mornings.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A 90 minute loop circles Lake Matheson. The reflection views are best at dawn when the wind is still. A cafe at the start serves coffee and brunch.
Good to know
- Go at first light
- Boardwalks are easy
- Rain brings clouds, check forecast
- Best time
- Sunrise
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Short sealed drive from Fox Glacier
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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