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Cowarra State Forest is located just off Burrawan Forest Drive, between Wauchope and Port Macquarie.
Travelling from the south, take the Oxley Highway exit off the Pacific Highway and travel towards Wauchope. Take the left hand turn into Burrawan Forest Drive. Drive and look for the right hand turn off and entrance to Guulabaa – Place of Koala.
Travelling form the north, take the Oxley highway exist of the Pacific Highway and turn right , heading towards Wauchope. Take the left hand turn into Burrawan Forest Drive. Drive and look for the right hand turn off and entrance to Guulabaa – Place of Koala.
Guulabaa - Place of Koala in Cowarra State Forest is a new, world-first, nature-based tourism precinct where people, koalas, forest, culture, adventure come together. Where 'caring for Country' underpins everything we do.
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Located in the trees, visitors can experience a whole new sense of gravity as they bounce from room to room discovering a variety of fun games.
WildNets include giant bouncy netted rooms, tree houses, inflatable horses, suspension bridges, ball pits, slides, pods, giant inflatables and many other exciting features for all ages and abilities.
The nets suit all ages and if a slower pace is preferred, there are lots of places to sit back and watch the fun unfold. Choose your thrill-seeking level, no equipment needed, and all abilities are welcome.
Created by fiberglass artist Jon Belfeld, and painted by artist Pauline Roods, The Big Koala is part of the award-winning Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail. At 2.5 metres high, The Big Koala sculpture is an iconic landmark, greeting visitors to Guulabaa – Place of Koala.
Koala Conservation Australia has developed the world’s first wild Koala breeding facility in Guulabaa – Place of Koala. The facility is funded through the kind donations of people all around the world in response to the devastating 2019/20 Black Summer fires.
A breeding program has been developed by Koala Conservation Australia in partnership with Taronga Conservation Society and the Australian Museum.
A central visitor area or hub, houses the café and art gallery run by Bunyah Local Aboriginal Land Council, and an outdoor learning area allows visitors the opportunity to learn about Biripi culture, nature and sustainability.
Outdoor picnic areas and walking tracks have also been developed at the attraction.
Check out our virtual visitor centre to get all the tips and advice you need for a safe and enjoyable trip.
Avoid disappointment and check for current closures and notices before setting out.
Leave only footprints, take only memories. Find out how to minimise the impact of your visit.
The most important part of your trip is arriving home safely. Make sure you read our information on forest tips and staying safe.
Some State forests are declared for authorised hunting. Find out more about authorised hunting in State forests, including licensing and applying for permits.
This area is designated as ‘high public usage’ under Forestry Corporation of NSW’s Pesticide Use Notification Plan [PDF 3.83 MB].