Koala Park
Koala Park Sanctuary is a privately owned 10-acre wildlife park in West Pennant Hills, established in 1930. Its standout feature is close encounters with native Australian animals, especially koalas, in a rainforest-like setting where visitors can feed kangaroos and join scheduled koala experiences.
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About Koala Park
Wildlife Encounters at Koala Park
Koala Park Sanctuary is home to koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and various bird species. Visitors can feed the kangaroos and join scheduled koala interaction sessions. Koala Park runs educational shows, including koala experiences, dingo walks and farmyard petting, and visitors can learn about koala conservation and habitat preservation. The sanctuary's farmyard area is designed for children, giving younger visitors hands-on time with the animals.
Picnic Areas and Walking Paths at Koala Park
Walking pathways at Koala Park Sanctuary lead visitors between the animal enclosures and exhibits at a leisurely pace, rather than serving as hiking trails. Koala Park has picnic areas where families can eat surrounded by native animals, which makes a full day visit easy. The sanctuary has no playground equipment or sports facilities, as it centres on wildlife viewing and interaction rather than recreation.
Facilities at Koala Park
Visitor tips for Koala Park
- ✓Arrive early for the scheduled koala interaction sessions, as they have limited capacity.
- ✓Call (02) 9484 3141 to check farmyard petting and dingo walk times before you visit.
- ✓Wear comfortable shoes, as seeing the animals means walking between enclosures.
Getting to Koala Park
84 Castle Hill Road, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125. Parking is free for all visitors.
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- 📍Mount Wilberforce Lookout Reserve (7 Castle Hill Rd, West Pennant Hills)
- 📍George Thornton Reserve (View St, West Pennant Hills)
- 📍Colbarra Place Reserve (West Pennant Hills)
Frequently asked questions about Koala Park
Can I bring my dog to Koala Park?
No, dogs are not allowed, to keep the resident koalas and kangaroos safe. Colbarra Place Reserve in West Pennant Hills has a fenced off-leash area instead.
What are Koala Park's opening hours?
It opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, including public holidays, and closes only on Christmas Day.
Is parking free at Koala Park?
Yes, parking costs nothing for visitors.
Does Koala Park have toilets?
Yes, the sanctuary has public toilets.
Can you feed the kangaroos at Koala Park?
Yes, kangaroo feeding is one of the sanctuary's animal experiences.