About Us
The U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is the world’s premier outdoor adventure and environmental education center. Situated on over 400 acres of woodlands, the USNWC fosters an environment for people to come together to play outside.
Dedicated to promoting healthy and active lifestyles and developing environmental stewardship, USNWC is home to the world’s largest, man-made whitewater river, offering premier outdoor activities with: whitewater rafting and kayaking, flatwater kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing, zip lines, a canopy tour, team building and rope courses. The AllSport Pass is the most popular way to experience the USNWC, offering all day access to the AllSport activities.
If you are looking for something fun to do in Charlotte, North Carolina then the adventure of the USNWC needs to be on your list of things to experience. The USNWC has hosted a variety of international competitions, trail races, music festivals and special events including the 2008 Olympic Trials.
Nonprofit Organization
U.S. National Whitewater Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The organization is governed by an independent board of directors and managed by an executive director.
Scholarship Fund
Part of the mission of the USNWC is to promote healthy and active lifestyles and as a nonprofit organization, the USNWC participates in scholarship and giving to expand access to outdoor recreation. Donating to the USNWC helps build our scholarship program and allows for more children to explore our activities and programs. This scholarship fund raises money to help fund children to participate in the many USNWC programs and camps.