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Charlotte, North Carolina

If you're looking for a place that's bursting with natural beauty and adventure, Charlotte, North Carolina is your dream destination. Imagine hiking through lush forests in Crowders Mountain State Park, or setting up camp under the starlit sky at McDowell Nature Preserve. Fancy some water sports? The Catawba River is perfect for kayaking, rafting, and stand-up paddle-boarding. And for those of you who love a good adrenaline rush, the U.S. National Whitewater Center offers thrilling zip-lining experiences. But that's not all! Charlotte has many more outdoor ventures waiting to be discovered.

Top Spots in and near Charlotte

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Camping and Lodging in Charlotte

Charlotte / Fort Mill KOA Journey
Fort Mill, South Carolina

Charlotte / Fort Mill KOA Journey

King's Mountain Point Picnic Pavilion (Nc)
Troy, North Carolina

King's Mountain Point Picnic Pavilion (Nc)

Arrowhead Campground
Eldorado, North Carolina

Arrowhead Campground

Badin Lake Group Camp
New London, North Carolina

Badin Lake Group Camp

Badin Lake Campground
Eldorado, North Carolina

Badin Lake Campground

Canebrake Horse Camp
Troy, North Carolina

Canebrake Horse Camp

Guides, Insights and Stories from Charlotte

3 Outdoor adventure road trips in North Carolina

3 Outdoor adventure road trips in North Carolina

The Outbound Collective

A cyclist's guide to three days in Lake Norman, NC

A cyclist's guide to three days in Lake Norman, NC

Trevor Bamford