U.S. National Whitewater Center · Trailwind

LandmarkCharlotte, United StatesThis outdoor recreation complex on the Catawba River runs the world's largest man-made whitewater channel, alongside ziplines, ropes courses, and miles…

Set in: Charlotte, United States

Currency: USD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC-05:00

Know before you go

Rafting and kayaking sessions can be booked by the hour, no experience required for the guided raft trips

Beyond the water, there are over 50 miles of trails for trail running, hiking, and mountain biking

It's about 20 minutes from Uptown, plan on a car or rideshare since transit access is limited

Pairs well with

Discovery Place Science, 6 mi away

Romare Bearden Park, 6 mi away

NASCAR Hall of Fame, 7 mi away

Freedom Park, 8 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is U.S. National Whitewater Center?U.S. National Whitewater Center is in Charlotte, United States.What is U.S. National Whitewater Center known for?This outdoor recreation complex on the Catawba River runs the world's largest man-made whitewater channel, alongside ziplines, ropes courses, and miles of mountain bike and hiking trails.Keep exploring

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