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On September 1st, visitors to the Whitewater Center can enjoy brand-new canyon activities. These are ropes course–based. A ropes course...

Embarking on a road trip is more than just a journey from one destination to another—it's a transformative experience filled with...

Are you looking for the perfect destination to spend your Memorial Day weekend? Look no further than Gaston County! Here are five...

Spring is here, and Gaston County is coming alive. Longer, warmer, sunny days with Carolina blue skies beckon you to get outside and try...

Your next outdoor adventure starts here in Gaston County. This destination is an amazing for families to get outside, become one with...

Searching for that quiet country road to log some miles on your road bike? Or dialing in and doubling down on gnarly singletrack? Or...

Gaston County's trails provide hikers numerous options to get outside and get moving. Whether an easy stroll, a strenuous hike, or maybe...

Get ready for a patriotic weekend! Come celebrate and honor the people who sacrificed for this country, this Memorial Day and throughout...

April 29 - May 1, 2022 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC Tuck Fest is a multi-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle...

This new casino makes for a great getaway in Gaston County Now open in its pre-launch temporary facility, Catawba Two Kings Casino brings...

Fall is absolutely the best time to get outside as temperatures cool and landscapes come brilliantly alive. Get out and explore this...

It’s prime time to get outdoors for long, sunny days on the trail and in the water—and you don’t have to leave man’s best friend home...

Welcome To The Outdoors! Gaston County is committed to preserving natural spaces, not only to sustain the environment but to offer...

Get your adrenaline pumping, learn something new or escape to a quiet place — you can do it all here. We have some of the best places to...

Gaston County offers numerous natural resources providing amazing opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. We are encouraging folks...

When U.S. National Whitewater Center Executive Director Jeff Wise first started talking about building a concrete whitewater river in the...

Plant your hiking boot atop the rocky outcroppings on Crowders Mountain and scan the horizon for a bird’s eye view of the Charlotte...

Road Rides Let’s say it’s a recovery day, or maybe you’re taking the family out for some bicycle bonding time. Consider peddling...

Whether it’s a lazy afternoon float or a long distance exploration of flora and fauna, Gaston County offers a range of activities for all...