Gillespies Beach is a 21 km drive from Fox Glacier Weheka township. Head west along Cook Flat Road passing the turn off to Lake Matheson and the Peak Viewpoint along the way. After 8 km turn off to Gillespies Beach Road and follow this for 11 km to the end.
Half of the journey is on a narrow, unsealed road – keep left, and keep your speed to a minimum. The road is not suitable for towing vehicles.
Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre
| Phone: | +64 3 752 0360 |
| Email: | westlandnpvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | 69 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
| Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |