U.S. National Whitewater Center

The U.S. National Whitewater Center offers an exceptional range of adventure-based summer camps and year-round programs for children ages 4-17. Located on 1,300 acres in Charlotte, NC, this premier outdoor recreation facility provides unique access to whitewater rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, and kayaking alongside traditional camp activities. The center offers multiple specialized week-long summer camps including Early Discoveries for younger children (ages 4-7) featuring introductory The U.S. National Whitewater Center offers an exceptional range of adventure-based summer camps and year-round programs for children ages 4-17. Located on 1,300 acres in Charlotte, NC, this premier outdoor recreation facility provides unique access to whitewater rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, and kayaking alongside traditional camp activities. The center offers multiple specialized week-long summer camps including Early Discoveries for younger children (ages 4-7) featuring introductory outdoor activities with crafts and STEAM education, the popular Adventure Camp (ages 8-13) with whitewater rafting and zip-lining, and specialized programs like Survival Camp with overnight wilderness experiences, Rock/Ride/Paddle Camp focusing on climbing and biking skills, and progressive Whitewater Kayak Camps with three skill levels. Beyond summer programming, the center provides year-round day sessions during teacher work days and school holidays, plus spring break camps, making it a valuable resource for families throughout the school year. All programs blend adventure activities with educational components that align with North Carolina and South Carolina curriculum standards. With excellent counselor-to-camper ratios ranging from 4:1 to 10:1 depending on the program, children receive personalized attention while developing outdoor skills, confidence, and environmental awareness in a safe, professionally supervised setting.