Located on the banks of the Catawba River in Charlotte, N.C., the U.S. National Whitewater Center is the world's largest artificial whitewater river and an official U.S. Olympic Training Site.  The USNWC is a locally owned and operated non-profit dedicated to promoting healthy, active, outdoor lifestyles.  Opened in August 2006 at a cost of $38 million, the 307-acre public adventure-sport facility includes whitewater rafting and kayaking, mountain biking and hiking trails, a climbing center and a ropes course, along with a 2,400 square-foot conference center and 300-seat River's Edge Bar & Grill - all overlooking the home rapids of the U.S. National Slalom Canoe/Kayak Team. 

Olympic-caliber athletes, weekend warriors and casual observers share this world-class sports and training center.  Whether you want to play hard or relax on the river's edge, the USNWC offers a great place to take it outside. 

Upcoming Events

	Friday, July 4 - 3rd Annual 4th of July Festival!
	Saturday, July 19 -  Jeep Adventure Race Series # 3   Activities include whitewater rafting, flatwater canoeing, mountain biking, orienteering, and special challenges
	Saturday & Sunday, July 19th & 20th - Women's Weekend   Women-specific clinics include whitewater kayaking, rock climbing, and mountain biking.
	Join us every Thursday night for the Subaru River Jam Concert Series music, whitewater, food and beer specials, and the best sunset in town!