Fox Glacier is a stunning glacier located on the west coast of New Zealand's South Island. It is part of the Westland Tai Poutini National Park and is known for its accessibility, allowing visitors to get close to the ice formations. The glacier descends from the Southern Alps and is approximately 13 kilometers long. The glacier is named after Sir William Fox, a 19th-century New Zealand politician. It is one of the few glaciers in the world that descends into a temperate rainforest, creating a unique landscape. Fox Glacier is a popular destination for hiking, ice climbing, and scenic flights.