Our Facilities
Our Facilities
KOKODA OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Kokoda Outdoor Education connects people with nature at our purpose-built property. Kokoda Park is a unique facility based in Southeast Queensland’s Lockyer Valley, and is owned and operated by the Foundation. This picturesque setting provides a place where attendees can put the 1942 Kokoda values into practise through adventurous challenges and skill development.
kokoda park
Kokoda Park provides outdoor education with group accommodation, and is located at the foothills of Mt Beau Brummell. The Park spans 160 acres of scenic bushland and provides a peaceful environment that is ideal for learning, reflection and adventure. The facility caters to all age groups and can accommodate up to 144 students across 12 cabins, along with separate accommodation for teachers and group leaders. Kokoda Park features a range of high-quality outdoor adventure activities designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging participants to build confidence, teamwork, resilience and problem-solving skills.
Kokoda Park hosts a range of groups, including schools, workplaces, sports teams and community organisations. It is also our venue for Youth Program Camps, including our Digital Detox holiday camp and Isurava reset camp. Whether the focus is leadership or personal development, group bonding, creative activities or reflection time in nature, Kokoda Park can tailor programs to meet the specific goals of each group. Kokoda Park’s immersive programs are led by experienced and qualified instructors who create a safe, supportive, and challenging environment for groups to thrive.
If you are planning your next outdoor education experience, we’d love to help!
Contact us via the details below:
EMAIL: admin@campkokoda.com.au
PHONE: 07 5539 4141
OUR PHILOSPHY: CHALLLENGE BY CHOICE
All of our Outdoor Education programs are grounded in the philosophy of ‘Challenge by Choice,’ empowering participants to engage at the right level for them. Whether navigating a ropes course, tackling a team challenge, or exploring the outdoors on a hike, individuals are encouraged to push their limits at their own pace – building confidence and personal growth in a supportive setting.
instilling the kokoda values
Our programs are designed as a journey of growth that shapes character, strengthens connections and celebrates the enduring spirit of Kokoda. Every Kokoda Park experience is grounded in our four core pillars:
- Courage – Facing fears and discovering inner strength.
- Endurance – Building resilience through persistence and effort.
- Mateship – Supporting others and strengthening teamwork.
- Sacrifice – Learning the value of selflessness and service.
KOKODA PARK ACTIVITIES
FLYING FOX
SWIMMING POOL
ARCHERY
CLIMBING TOWER
SUGAR GLIDER
GIANT SWING
HIGH ROPES COURSE
NIGHT WALKS & SOLO REFLECTION
PROBLEM-SOLVING CHALLENGES
CAMPFIRE DISCUSSIONS
LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS
INITIATIVES CIRCUIT
CRATE STACK
ORIENTEERING & BUSH SKILLS
for schools
Kokoda Outdoor Education offers school camp programs designed to challenge, inspire, and empower students in the exceptional natural settings of Kokoda Park. Surrounded by bushland and open spaces, this property is the ideal environment for young people to step away from the classroom, gain fresh perspectives, and develop essential life skills.
Our experienced facilitators guide students through engaging, age-appropriate programs that build confidence, resilience, teamwork, communication, and leadership. Whether it’s conquering a new challenge, collaborating with peers, or reflecting in nature, every activity is designed to support personal growth and strengthen school communities.
In the comfortable, retreat-style environment of Kokoda Park our school groups enjoy meaningful opportunities where students to learn, connect, and thrive – creating lasting memories and valuable skills they’ll carry back into their everyday lives.
If you are looking for your next school camp adventure, enquire below to learn more.
for CORPORATE GROUPS
Kokoda Outdoor Education offers corporate camp programs designed to challenge, inspire, and unite, in our exceptional settings of Kokoda Park. Set amidst natural landscapes, our facilities provide the perfect place to step away from the office, refresh perspectives, and build stronger teams.
Our expert facilitators guide participants through tailored programs that enhance teamwork, communication, resilience, and leadership, leaving your group better connected and ready to tackle the next challenge together.
If you’re planning a corporate event, staff reward, or team-building experience, enquire below to discover tailored outdoor facilities and programs designed to engage, motivate, and inspire your team.
CAMP FAQS
Kokoda Park is our centre-based outdoor education facility in the Lockyer Valley. It’s set on 160 acres of natural bushland and provides the perfect introduction to wilderness-style camps. It offers dormitory rooms for students, dedicated teacher accommodation and a chef to prepare nutritious meals.
Kokoda Youth Foundation owns and operates these facilities. This means camp participants benefit from the Foundation’s successful 20-year history in delivering life-changing youth programs, which are grounded in the Kokoda Values of Courage, Endurance, Mateship and Sacrifice.
When you disembark your vehicles, you will be met by your outdoor instructor who will walk you through the preparation for camp.
Yes, all our instructors are well qualified and very experienced. They all hold qualifications in Wilderness First Aid and all of the relevant technical qualifications to ensure participants are completely safe, while enjoying our amazing activities.
Weather is unlikely to impact camps, unless it unsafe to do so. During hot summer months, walking is kept to a minimum or scheduled for the morning or afternoon. We have a large indoor hall to facilitate certain activities during heavy rain.
Kokoda Park offers newly renovated facilities, including an accessible shower and toilet, as well as separate facilities for teachers or group leaders.
We cater to all special dietary requirements. You can inform us of your specific needs in your pre-camp administration forms.
We have a dedicated camp chef who prepares fresh, nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, as well as morning and afternoon tea.
All food is prepared on-site by our camp chef to ensure quality, freshness and a variety of well-balanced meals throughout camp. These consist of fresh meat and vegetables, fruit, snacks and tasty desserts.
To view the ATIC Accessibility guide, please click here.
pARENT FAQs
Please view our recommended packing list for camp below.
SAFETY & CARE
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
- Qualified and Experienced Staff – All facilitators are certified in first aid and trained in emergency response.
- Strict Supervision – We maintain appropriate group ratios to ensure every child receives close guidance and support.
- Structured Programs – Activities are planned and monitored to align with best safety practices.
- Emergency Management Plan – A detailed response plan is in place to handle any unforeseen situations effectively.
MEDICAL & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Your child’s well-being is our highest priority. We have comprehensive medical protocols, including:
- Onsite First Aid – First aid kits and trained personnel available at all times.
- Nearest Hospital – Both Camp Kokoda and Kokoda Park are located 25 minutes from the nearest hospital, ensuring quick access to medical care if required.
- Health Screening – We collect relevant medical and dietary information prior to camp to accommodate any special requirements.
- Emergency Communication – Camp leaders are equipped with communication devices to ensure immediate contact with emergency services if needed.
SAFE & SUPPORTED ENVIRONMENT
- Campfire Discussions & Reflection Time – Encouraging resilience and emotional well-being.
- Trained Instructors – Providing constant supervision and assistance.
- Nutritious Meals – Our onsite Chef caters to dietary needs to ensure every student is well-nourished.
Absolutely! We usually have students who have never been camping before. The purpose of camp is to enjoy new experiences, get outside your comfort zone and have an amazing adventure. Your instructor will teach your child everything they need to know.
IPSWICH YOUTH SPACE
28 Warwick Road, Ipswich 4305
Kokoda Youth Foundation’s Ipswich Youth Space is located in our Ralph Honner Building. Conveniently located in Ipswich central, this facility plays a vital role in supporting local young people as they engage in positive learning experiences and develop the skills needed to thrive in their everyday lives. This welcoming space supports the delivery of our Ipswich-based youth programs. It provides a safe and inclusive environment where participants take part in training, mentoring, and personal development sessions that build confidence, resilience, and life skills.
The Centre features a large, flexible meeting space suitable for group training workshops, community information sessions, as well as private interview and counselling rooms for one-on-one mentoring and support. The facility allows our team to run structured programs while creating a comfortable atmosphere that encourages connection, reflection, and growth. Named after Lieutenant Colonel Ralph Honner, this building honours the Commander of the 39th Battalion who led the army during the fiercest stages of the Kokoda Campaign. Honner’s leadership, wisdom and courage turned endurance into victory on the track to Kokoda.
GOLD COAST YOUTH SPACE
2/26 Newheath Drive, Arundel, QLD 4214
Kokoda Youth Foundation’s Gold Coast Youth Space is in the PTE Bruce Kingsbury VC Building at our Arundel Head Office. This purpose-designed environment supports the delivery of our youth programs and engagement activities across the region. It provides a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space where young people from our programs can connect, learn, and grow through mentoring, training, and personal development opportunities.
The Youth Space includes a flexible open area suitable for group workshops, leadership activities, and program sessions, along with private meeting rooms that allow for one-on-one mentoring, counselling, and supported conversations.
This dedicated space plays an important role in supporting our participants as they build confidence, resilience, and the life skills needed to thrive beyond the program environment. Named after Private Bruce Kingsbury VC of the 2/14th Battalion, this decorated soldier earned the Victoria Cross for extraordinary bravery at Isurava. His courage represents the finest example of selfless action in the face of danger.
About
Our People
The Kokoda Youth Foundation is a locally operated charity that has proudly supported Australian young people and their local communities for 20 years. Our experiential youth programs help young people increase their physical and mental resilience, confidence, and instil the Kokoda values of Courage, Endurance, Mateship and Sacrifice through the story of the Kokoda Campaign in 1942. These programs are offered free of charge, thanks to the generosity of our supporters.
