Along the rugged Clarke Range behind the Whitsunday coast is Cathu State Forest. Forests and woodlands range from distinctive poplar gum Eucalyptus platyphylla woodlands and exotic Caribbean pine plantations on the creek flats to dense rainforest, hoop pine plantations and tall wet eucalypt forest along the range. The rainforests were selectively logged during the 1960s and 70s.

Following Tropical Cyclone Ului in March 2010, HQPlantations have undertaken extensive harvesting operations to recover the Caribbean pine devastated by this cyclonic event.

A patchwork of woodlands and Caribbean pine plantations grow along the creek flats to merge with dense rainforest, hoop pine plantations and tall wet eucalypt forest along the rugged Clarke Range.

Nestled along Pandanus creek, enjoy a peaceful nights’ rest at Juxut camping area. Venture out for a scenic drive to experience spectacular views from Cathu lookout.