U.S. National Whitewater Center

The U.S. National Whitewater Center is the world’s premier outdoor recreation and environmental education center offering activities such as Rafting, Biking, Climbing, Ziplines, Eco Trekking and more.

Whitewater Rafting

Looking for something completely unique to do in Charlotte, North Carolina? The thrill of whitewater rafting at the U.S. National Whitewater Center is your answer.

Home to the world’s largest man-made recirculating river, the USNWC provides exciting rafting adventures on Class II, III and IV whitewater rapids. All raft trips include a professional guide, a short trip talk on the fundamentals of rafting and essential safety information and all the technical equipment needed.

The three rafting options are:

Family Rafting

If you have never experienced whitewater rafting or prefer a more relaxed environment, our family rafting trip is designed for you. It’s an exciting experience for the whole family that is specifically focused on younger participants and those not quite ready for a wild ride.

Rapids: Class II and III

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Adventure Rafting

Our most popular rafting trip, Adventure Rafting, represents the mid-point between our relaxed Family Rafting and the more extreme Rodeo Rafting trips. Designed for those who wish to experience world-class whitewater, participants should be comfortable getting wet with the potential of coming out of their boat.

Rapids: Class II, III and IV

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Rodeo Rafting

Rodeo Rafting is a giant step forward from Adventure Rafting: with our light and agile 10-foot rafts, our professional guides will show you the most aggressive lines the river has to offer. Using kayak-style maneuvers, your team of up to four will test their skills against our drops, waves and tight technical turns.  Rodeo Rafting is an extreme activity; be prepared for a whole lot of swimming and a bit of rafting.  Rodeo Rafting is available only at select times, and it requires an upgrade fee.

Rapids: Class II, III and IV

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Qualifiers

Degree of Difficulty
Family Rafting
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Adventure Rafting
Degree of Difficulty
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Rodeo Rafting
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Recommended Qualifier
Family Rafting - 8 years old
Adventure Rafting - 11 years old
Rodeo Rafting - 16 years old

Estimated Duration
90 min.

Reminders
  • Secure footwear is required, flip flops are not permitted


    • What to do

    Check the pass activities schedule.
    Print and sign the waiver form to bring with you (or you may fill one out when you arrive).
    Buy from the following:
    Rodeo Rafting? In order to experience this activity, you must purchase an upgrade
    Report to the Rafting Center