Mount Anne Circuit

Guidelines

There are few facilities provided along the Mount Anne Circuit and it is only suitable for self-sufficient, well-equipped and experienced walkers. Please check the Walker Pack List and make sure you have all your food and essentials. It is important to note that it you may need to add 15m of climbing rope to your gear list to haul packs up a step section of The Notch/Mount Lot. This is a Fuel Stove Only Area. Fires are prohibited. Please see our Fuel Stove Only Areas webpage for more information. Weather forecast: Current and 7 day forecast information can be found on the Bureau of Meteorology website. Please note all bush walker weather warnings and adjust your plans accordingly. Ensure you are prepared for all weather conditions regardless of the forecast as extreme winds and snow events are common all year round and can occur suddenly.

Many walkers appreciate the security of carrying a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) to activate in the event of a life-threatening emergency. PLBs can be hired from Service Tasmania shops (Mon-Fri only) in Hobart, Launceston, Burnie and Devonport. Phone 1300 135 513 for further information. PLBs are also available from the Cradle Mountain, Lake St Clair and Mount Field visitor centres, though numbers are limited and cannot be reserved. There are also independent hire companies, including EPIRBHire and The Bushwalking Blog. 

• Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the local visitor information centre for the most up to date information.
• Stay safe and get the most out of your visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
• Wear suitable footwear and ensure to wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the elements when outside exploring.
• Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food, fuel and water for your journey.
• Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
• Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
• Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
• Weather conditions in Tasmania can change quickly and frequently, especially in alpine areas. Snow, rain, wind and sun are all possible at any time of the year, and bushfires can occur between October and March.
• When visiting alpine areas you should include at a minimum, in addition to your basic walking gear, a waterproof jacket with hood and storm front (seam sealed and breathable fabric, Gore-Tex or similar), waterproof over trousers (seam sealed and breathable fabric, Gore-Tex or similar), sturdy walking boots and warm clothing (a fleece or woollen jumper, thermal base layers, hat and gloves).
• Deaths have occurred when people have been caught unprepared in cold, wet and windy weather. Children, older people and those with an illness or disability are at the greatest risk in such conditions.
• National park fees may apply for national parks in Australia. Check the parks website for bookings and/ or further details.

Photo credits: Tourism Tasmania & Geoff Murray & Popp Hackner Photography

Content credits: Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service