U.S. National Whitewater Center - Park in Charlotte - 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, USA

The US National Whitewater Center holds a special place in my heart, truly a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. Nestled in the embrace of nature, it is a playground where one can escape the digital world and immerse themselves in the exhilarating experiences the center offers. From the heart-pounding rush of whitewater rafting to the heights reached while rock climbing, the thrill of zip-lining, the grace of ice skating, and the adrenaline rush of mountain biking, the Whitewater Center caters to every adventure craving. What makes this place exceptional is not just the myriad of activities, but the genuine engagement it fosters. Here, people set aside their electronics, forging connections with each other and the raw beauty of the surroundings. It's a place where the boundary between Heaven and Earth seems to blur, as the joy and excitement of the activities intertwine with the natural serenity. The US National Whitewater Center isn't just a destination; it's a sanctuary for those seeking an escape, an adventure, and a connection with the great outdoors. It's a testament to the magic that happens when people come together to embrace the thrill of life and the beauty of the world around them.

I always wanted to visit this place. In winter is mainly for ice skating, which we didn’t do. But we enjoy seeing others skating, while having apple cider and beer around the fire. Totally recommended to go with date, family or friends. They have a lot bathroom in place. During spring/summer must be so fun to go a do all this extreme sports. Parking for the day is $12. They also have yearly pass for $40, and each activity has a different price that can be found on the website.

Visited yesterday as one of the stops part of a Girl's Trip. We had an amazing experience!!! The restaurant on site had great food. We did the adventurous rafting course and one of the zip lines. Between eating and those 2 activities that was about 3 hours. All the staff were great, especially our raft guide John. Will definitely be back!

U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC, USA. I recently went there for a work meeting, held in one of their conference rooms, and it was awesome! Absolutely great place to learn whitewater skills. They have a LOT to do there besides whitewater. Climbing walls, zip lines, ropes courses, hiking/running trails, mountain biking trails, a great restaurant, bars and lounges, and regularly scheduled live band entertainment. They also have conference rooms for business meetings or whatever. The place is very well run and maintained. Staff there for everything is great, and they are VERY safety oriented. The running and mountain bike trails are no joke. Not black diamond but definitely challenging. If you don't have equipment for what you want to do, they have it there for rent or for sale. If you want to get outdoors this is a great place to do it. Love this place!!

This place is awesome if you are into theses types of activities. It’s great for kids and young adults. It was late November when we visited so about half the activities are closed (all water and some zip lines and ropes courses). It’s really pretty doing the zip lines and ropes courses through the trees. The one downside I found was the wait for certain activities was long due to the type of activity and/or short staffed. It’s a large area so be prepared to walk, especially to Hawk island where the big zip lines are. You do have to go through a briefing to get suited up for the zip lines and ropes courses and unfortunately you have to take everything off and get suited up again when you change locations. The day pass is worth it if you get there when it opens but if you get there later, price out the activities you plan on doing to see if it’s worth it. In November the main activities were only open from approximately 12p-5p, with some being shorter so you don’t have a lot of time given the time delays and distance between venues.

I’ve been in Charlotte a few years now and never knew this gem existed! This place is amazing. The robe courses, zip lining, rafting, climbing walls and trails are great. Center is well kept, staff is very helpful and restaurants have good really quick bites. Few suggestions, bring a change of clothes (in case you want to go rafting), eat something (robe courses are challenging but fun) and stay hydrated, especially on hot days. And there’s live music at night which is so relaxing. Overall, awesome place for all kinds of activities, must go!

Beautiful, can't wait to come back when the water is open. The big zip line is well worth the time and additional fee. Try the 60 or 100 foot drop if you want to see if you're afraid of heights (or can overcome it). The best deal if you are coming for more than one day is the annual pass. There is also an annual parking pass (sold separately) -- they will apply the parking fee you paid to enter towards the annual parking pass.

My girlfriend and I recently moved to Charlotte, NC from South Florida. After visiting the Whitewater Center several times beforehand, we knew we wanted to spend as much time as possible there. Since then, we’ve participated in races, volunteered for packet pick up, supported aid stations, doused runners with green powder for the St. Patty’s run, and gone out for date nights there. For our volunteer opportunities working with Stephen and Lauren has been amazing. They are responsive, helpful and friendly. You can tell they go above and beyond their jobs to provide visitors and competitors with a fantastic experience. If you’re in the Charlotte area, definitely swing by and check out the facility and if you live nearby and are looking for ways to get involved in the community, I’d definitely recommend reaching out to volunteer!