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U.S. Whitewater Center
U.S. Whitewater Center
Mt. Holly
view website820 Hawfield Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28214
704-391-3900
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-KSchool-Age Kids
Pre-Teens & Teens
U.S. Whitewater Center Description
White-knuckled grips on paddles, hesitant downward glances from climbing walls—this unique adventure center and Olympic training site, home of the largest man-made whitewater river in the country, offers plenty of daredevil challenges. But even timid kids find a lot of opportunities for adventure—the instructors and guides gently encourage kids to go a little further. By the end of a kayak lesson, one initially wary boy was gleefully turning his boat upside-down. Activities include whitewater rafting and kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, bike rentals, a high ropes course, and a mega zip line.
Bicycling
Hiking
Boating
Rafting
Kid Tips
School-Age Kids: Try ecocaching, in which kids use GPS units preprogrammed with waypoints to find "ecocaches" on the 307-acre property. Each box contains a nature lesson.
Pre-Teens & Teens: Kids must be at least 11 years old to go whitewater rafting.
Planning Notes
- Plan for lunch. The onsite restaurant, River's Edge, is perfect for refueling after tackling the rapids.
- Save money. Whitewater rafting is significantly less expensive on weekdays.
Just the Facts
Hours: Main gate 7 a.m.-midnight. Check the website for hours of specific activities.
Fees: $30-$40
Recommended Time: Half day
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