Walking & HikingWest Coast, West Coast New Zealand 🇳🇿
Period: 17 hrs from 8 pm Sun, 15 Nov – 1 pm Mon, 16 Nov
Expect another 200 to 300 mm of rain about the ranges, and 50 to 100 mm nearer the coast. Peak rates of 30 to 40 mm/h expected Monday morning about the ranges. Freezing level about 3200 metres. Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Minimal.
Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously.
First published 15 Nov 2026 · Source: MetService (opens in a new tab)
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We did it today so it’s definitely open - there’s a sign at the parking pay station that says how close the track goes to the glacier today (it’s updated by DOC). The trail was blocked 3000m from the glacier but there are still beautiful views and it’s well worth the walk.
This walk is closed now since 2019 due to flooding. You can only do the Forest Walk but not get any closer to the Glacier. I recommend to check the location of the view point at the DOC since they can move it (depending on the weather conditions) every day.
Walking & Hiking•West Coast
Walking & Hiking•West Coast
Walking & Hiking•West Coast
Scenic Flights•West Coast
Scenic Flights•West Coast
Scenic Flights•West Coast