Zamia Walk to Mount Archer

Starting from Sunset Drive, Norman Gardens, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Archer and back via the Zamia Walk Track, crossing Moores Creek multiple times along the way. Expect a peaceful journey along the creek for most of the walk, then a demanding incline to the summit that rewards you with panoramic views over the land. The Berserker Range and the volcanic necks around look great from the top. You can head to the Grasstree Lookout and get more southerly views if you have the time. The small branches of the creek may form cute little waterfalls after some rain as well. Keep in mind that you can make this a one-way hike if you arrange transport to the Mt Archer summit. The track might be overgrown in parts, and you can expect to get your feet wet in the creek crossings. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-23.3329197,150.54731)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway), A1 Turn on to then drive for 950 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Moores Creek Road and drive for another 1.6 km At roundabout, take exit 1 onto German Street and drive for another 560 m Turn left onto Sunset Drive and drive for another 660 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From Sunset Drive(120 metres east of intersection with Haven Close), head towards the gray & yellow metal gate along the dirt path. Head over/around the gate and join the track(Moore’s Creek Trail) veering left. After crossing the creek, take a perpendicular left turn at the 4-way intersection and align with the creek(to your left) to continue along the Zamia Walk to Mount Archer Track.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Find the gate at the start.
	After another 25 m veer left, to head along Moore's Creek Trail. After another 390 m continue straight, to head along Moore's Creek Trail. After another 55 m (at the intersection of Sunset Trail & Moore's Creek Trail) continue straight, to head along Moore's Creek Trail. After another 10 m head through/around the gate. Then cross the ford (about 5 m long)
	After another 60 m (at the intersection of Finley's & Low Road) turn left, to head along Moore's Creek Trail. After another 500 m (at the intersection of Leper's Leap & Moore's Creek Trail) continue straight, to head along Moore's Creek Trail. After another 270 m (at the intersection of Moore's Creek Trail & Cactus) continue straight, to head along Moore's Creek Trail. There is a toilet (about 20 m back from the start). After another 155 m (at the intersection of Wild Pig (old) & Zamia Walk) continue straight, to head along Zamia Walk.
	After another 660 m continue straight.
	After another 990 m continue straight, to head along Zamia Walk. After another 1.5 km continue straight, to head along Zamia Walk.
	After another 530 m veer left, to head along Zamia Walk. After another 600 m continue straight, to head along Zamia Walk.
	The starting point of an alternate route. A little alternate route visiting the Sleipner Lookout for southerly views. To take the alternate route turn sharp left here. Details below. After another 4.8 km continue straight, to head along Zamia Walk.
	The alternate route finishes here. Veer left to rejoin the main route at the 10.7 km waypoint. Details below. After another 15 m turn right, to head along Zamia Walk.
	After another 1 km (at the intersection of Pilbeam Drive & Zamia Walk) continue straight, to head along Grasstree Lookout Walk (a walking track). After another 35 m pass the "Mount Archer" (15 m on your right).
	Continue another 15 m to find the end. Then turn around here and retrace the main route for 11.8 km to get back to the start.

A little alternate route visiting the Sleipner Lookout for southerly views.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start heading along Zamia Walk. After 40 m come to the "Sleipner Lookout".
	After another 55 m come to the end. At the end of this alternate route, rejoin the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Zamia Walk to Mount Archer

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	23.6 km
Time	7 h 30 min to 12 h

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Some facilities on route

Toilet: There is one 1.4 km from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	1.4 km	[toilet]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Rockhampton Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
  
  Friday 13 September
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Mostly clear. Slight chance of a shower near the coast, near zero chance elsewhere. Winds east to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h.
  
  Saturday 14 September
  
  15°C → 26°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Winds east to southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 9 and 15 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:30am to 3:10pm, UV Index predicted to reach 9 [Very High]
  
  Sunday 15 September
  
  15°C → 28°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Winds southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h turning easterly in the late afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to between 7 and 14 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
  
  Monday 16 September
  
  16°C → 26°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower near the coast, near zero chance elsewhere. Winds east to southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 9 and 16 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to high 20s.
  
  Tuesday 17 September
  
  15°C → 25°C
  Partly cloudy.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Winds southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h tending easterly during the day then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 7 and 15 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid 20s.
  
  Wednesday 18 September
  
  14°C → 27°C
  Partly cloudy.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Thursday 19 September
  
  14°C → 30°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny.
  
  Friday 20 September
  
  16°C → 31°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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