# Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

> Founded in 1927 at Fig Tree Pocket on the Brisbane River, this is among the world’s oldest koala sanctuaries.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-lone-pine-koala-sanctuary/

Founded in 1927 at Fig Tree Pocket on the Brisbane River, this is among the world’s oldest koala sanctuaries. Koalas, kangaroos and wombats can be seen up close; arrive early, when the animals are most active.

- **Nearest town:** Brisbane, Queensland
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -27.5329, 152.9693
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually April–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Gold Coast and Hinterland Rainforests](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-gold-coast-hinterland/)

## Nearby

- [Mount Coot-tha Summit Lookout](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-mount-coot-tha-lookout/) – 5 km
- [Kangaroo Point Cliffs](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-kangaroo-point-cliffs/) – 9 km
- [North Gorge Walk, Point Lookout](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-north-gorge-walk-point-lookout/) – 58 km
- [Surfers Paradise Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-surfers-paradise-beach/) – 69 km

## FAQs

### Where is Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is in Brisbane, Queensland, at GPS -27.5329, 152.9693.

### Which road trips pass Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Gold Coast and Hinterland Rainforests.

### What is there to see near Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

Places worth a stop nearby: Mount Coot-tha Summit Lookout (5 km), Kangaroo Point Cliffs (9 km), North Gorge Walk, Point Lookout (58 km) and Surfers Paradise Beach (69 km).

### When is the best time to visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary?

The most pleasant months are usually April–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)