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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Zoos & aquariums ·Nature reserves & national parks ·Brisbane ·Closed
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About

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a riverside zoo in Fig Tree Pocket, Brisbane, 12 km from the city centre, with about 80 Australian animal species.

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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

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Why go

  • More than 130 koalas live at the world’s oldest surviving koala conservation centre.
  • More than 30 koalas share the Koala Forest enclosure.
  • Feed and pet free-roaming kangaroos in the five-hectare reserve.
  • Feed rainbow lorikeets prepared nectar meals during Wild Lorikeet Feeding.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 17:00Show all
Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00

Don't miss

  • The original hoop pineLook for the hoop pine that gave Lone Pine its name.By the ticket entrance
  • Barak the platypusBarak travelled from Melbourne to the sanctuary in first class and now lives in a large aquarium.Large aquarium

With kids

  • Watch the Sheep Dog Show demonstrate herding skills and explain Australian sheep-farming traditions.
  • See presentations about platypuses, koalas, kangaroos, wombats and snakes.
  • Look for wombats, Tasmanian devils, dingoes and echidnas.
  • Take a souvenir photo with farm animals.

Know before you go

  • Koala holding and cuddling ended on 1 July 2024.
  • Visitors can still get close to some koalas, touch their fur and take selfies.

Tips for your visit

  • Plan wild-parrot feeding for the beginning or end of the day.
  • Time your Koala Forest visit for a morning or afternoon feeding session.
  • Join a group talk by researchers and koala experts to learn about koalas’ way of life.

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Interesting facts3

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  1. Animals live in large open enclosures or purpose-fitted animal houses.

    Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Wikipedia

  2. Wild water dragons, brush turkeys and kookaburras live among the grounds’ lush vegetation.

    Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Wikipedia
  3. 2009

    The sanctuary became a Q150 Icon of Queensland in 2009.

    Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Wikipedia

History

The sanctuary began as a refuge for koalas and later drew visitors to see Australian wildlife. Its work expanded to include education and platypus care.

  1. 1867The Clarkson family planted the hoop pine behind the sanctuary’s name when the site was a cotton farm.
  2. 1927Claude Reid founded the sanctuary to protect koalas and their habitat. It began with Jack and Jill and sheltered sick, injured or orphaned koalas.
  3. World War IIAmerican visitors, including Douglas MacArthur’s wife, came to see Australian wildlife and plants.
  4. 1974The sanctuary acquired its first platypus.
  5. 1989An education department was established on the grounds.

How to get there

  • 20 minCarAddress: 708 Jesmond Road, Fig Tree Pocket. Drive via the Western Freeway; it is about 20 minutes from Brisbane city centre. Taxi is also an option.
  • BusHourly Transport for Brisbane buses 445 and 430 run from the city to the sanctuary.
  • BoatExpress boats leave from the Queensland Cultural Centre pontoon; a Mirimar cruise runs from South Bank. Entrances serve both the car park and Brisbane River.

Sources: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Wikipedia · Brisbane - Wikivoyage (see) · Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Wikipedia · Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Wikipedia · checked 28 Sep 2026

Where
708 Jesmond Rd, Brisbane

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Questions and answers

When is Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary open?

Daily, 9am–5pm EST.

Can I feed wallabies at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Yes, visitors can feed wallabies in the reserve.

How can I contact Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Call +61 7 3378 1366.

Are there sheep-shearing demonstrations at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Yes, sheep shearing is among the sanctuary’s demonstrations.

Which birds can I see at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Bird species include parrots, kookaburras, eagles and owls.

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