Welcome Flat Campsite
Located in Westland Tai Poutini National Park in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This campsite is located outside the Welcome Flat Hut in the Glaciers area.Access
- Foot
Landscape
- Alpine
- Forest
Facilities
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Activities
- Walking and tramping
Dog access
This campsite is located outside Welcome Flat Hut.
Campers may use the hut water supply and toilets.
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
- Infant (0–4 years): free
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2025.
All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.
Bookings are required all year. Book Welcome Flat Campsite online
Tracks to this campsite
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Copland Track to Welcome Flat Hut
Located in Westland Tai Poutini National ParkThis popular tramp gives a glimpse of Westland’s spectacular forest, river and mountain scenery, with natural hot pools at Welcome Flat an added attraction.Duration 7 hr one wayDifficulty Intermediate -
Upper Copland Valley Track
Located in Westland Tai Poutini National ParkThe Upper Copland Valley Track provides access to Douglas Rock Hut. It is suitable for well-equipped and experienced backcountry trampers and mountaineers only.Duration 3 days +Difficulty Advanced, Expert
Location
Topo50 map sheet: BX15
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1353619, N5164575
No rubbish facilities are provided in the backcountry – pack out what you pack in.
Weather
In times of severe weather such as sustained/heavy rainfall, the Copland Track may be closed often at short notice. This is due to flooding and/or other damage.
If closed, notices will be placed at the start of the track. Check weather and conditions at the nearest DOC office before departure. Refunds will be issued in these instances – contact the Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre.
Contacts
| Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 752 0360 |
| westlandnpvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 69 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |