So fun and beautiful. 2 mile walking trail one way, a if you're into running a scenic route you can…read moreget in 4 miles there and back. There are picnic tables along the way and I think even bike trails.

This is now closed for 4 years for Dam maintenance. Otherwise a great walk on the woodsread more

Located within the residences it may seem to go unnoticed for the average person, the Tailrace…read moreMarina was worth the trip out. Thinking I'd want more than a 2 hour outing on the river north of Lake Wylie and glad I didn't book More than the minimum allotted time we had a great time and quite a workout. Since moving to the area I was hard pressed to find a kayak rental place and it's perfect for both the avid and casual kayaker, the friendly staff was helpful as well and it was plus they adjusted our time accordingly prior to time/ticket purchase. It is dog friendly so that made my day

Very poor experience. Made an online reservation to rent a pontoon for my family to celebrate…read moreFather's Day, as we had family and friends flying in from out of town. We are new to the area and actually in the market to buy a boat. I thought what a perfect way to check out the waterway and give my dad a great day. Unfortunately upon checking in at the marina for my online booking, I was told our boat had no gas (fuel is included with rental fyi), something this marina does not have available for its patrons. I would think there are daily protocols to ensure all boats are ready for the next day of rentals. But alas, we were left without a pontoon. I was told by the lady that someone would be reaching out to correct and make it right, but it's been a week and nothing. I think they also could've brought another boat down from their other marina or gas to at least get us to a marina to fill up properly. (Literally a gas station a mile away) They told me maybe two hours to get some gas, but our day was already scheduled out due to flights and such. I don't appreciate poor service, especially when this could've been avoided entirely. I did receive a full refund, but that doesn't cover my dad's disappointment. And while I prefer to support locally, I think I need to explore other marinas.

Great park Beautiful area…read morePlenty of parking Clean bathrooms Nice boardwalk Perfect for toddlers Padded play area Great climbing structures Creative area Nice place to picnic Some shade

They've remodeled the playground and I love it! Everything…read moreabout it is so cute. The slides are smooth and end low to the ground too, which I think often gets overlooked. I just wish there were sunshades built in over the entire playground!

I had the best time a couple weeks back when me and my bestie came to this park for a moonlight…read morepaddle session with Catawba River Keeper. They host monthly full moon night sessions and it was absolutely gorgeous and so peaceful!!! Greg and Morgan were so knowledgeable and sooooo nice! Me and my bestie were semi new to kayaking and Greg was there every step of the way to help us out and teach us. We felt completely safe with them! We made some fun new friends and Morgan told us some pretty dope folklore about the stars. This was legit one of the best experiences of my life. I cannot wait to go back! This park is gorgeous and there were other parts we didn't even get to check out. But I legit can't wait to go back!!!

It's a very small but nice park. It's very close to the gun range and you can hear the shots loud…read moreand clear. The shots are a little too close for comfort in my opinion but it's Labor Day weekend and many people came out to enjoy time with their families and friends. There's a nice walking path where you can also ride bikes. There are picnic tables and a shelter with restrooms. No volleyball nets or sand in this park but it's nice for a little getaway.

Ramsey Creek Park is a really nice park in the Cornelius area. There are a plethora of things to do…read moreat this park. Whether you are a dog owner, have children, like to walk/jog, partake in fitness activities or water activities, Ramsey Creek Park is the way to go! There is literally something for everyone! It is located in Cornelius, off of Nantz Road. Upon entering the park, you will find a variety of parking areas, some closer or further away from the water. Any parking area you choose will be a great walk to whatever activity you want to partake in. With that in view, there is plenty of parking available at just about anytime of the day. There are multiple trails available within the park, some that loop around back to the start, and some that cross over the main road within the park putting you on connected trails on the other side. Some trails are a little bit more rugged, whereas other trails are somewhat paved and not so rugged. There are tons of grilling stations, along with bench/table seating areas, for those that wish to grill out and have a great day. Plenty of restrooms are also available. During the summer, these areas are normally packed with people, enjoying the summer fun! Additionally, Ramsey Creek Park has a boat ramp from which you can leave/return or make a pitstop from another location on the water. Ramsey Creek Park is really a great destination, a hidden gem, in the Cornelius area! If you have an opportunity to visit the park, don't miss out on a variety of activities and fun for the entire family!

Got to the park today to take my grandsons fishing and it was closed for repairs. There mom has…read morebeen checking the website for a week now no mention that pier was closed.

This place was fun! During the summer they have concerts…read moreand you can bring your blanket and chairs and enjoy the music. They have several places where you can buy beer and other drinks as well as food. You can whitewater raft, go on hiking trails and zip line too. Ample parking but beware, it can get packed during certain times and events.

I have never been to Charlotte NC before, and as I did my research on what to do, the US National…read moreWhitewater Center often came up as 1 of 2 must-visit attractions. Not being a real outdoorsy person, and only having whitewater rafted once, I felt the $89 day pass was very reasonable. I arrived at the USNWC at open time, and paid $13 for parking. Once parked, I lined up at the Outfitters center to sign up for activities. It was already busy, so I was probably in line for about 20 minutes to get my spot for whitewater rafting. They make it sound like you can only do whitewater rafting once, but after speaking to my guide, you can only have one reservation at a time. Once you finish you trip, you can immediately sign up again if there are spots. As I was there relatively early, I was schedule for a 10am rafting start, which gave me plenty of time to walk around the check out the area before getting to rafting. My general thoughts: - Whitewater rafting was terrific. It was the main focus of my visit, and completely made my day pass worth it. My guide was fun and informative. The conveyer belt bringing the raft back up was operational while I did it, but later in the day, it looked like the conveyer was out of service, so everyone had to carry the rafts back up, which is quite a bit of extra work. Between the heat and extra carrying, I decided not to go back, otherwise I would have. - The bin storage service made it easy to rent a bin to store my gear. It often had lines, so I would recommend minimize the number of times you need to access it. You can access as many times as you want. - I did the kayaking at the flatwater area. It was a much more relaxing area that you can go at your own-pace. - The ziplines were a bit disappointing, unless you pay extra for the longer lines. The lines that don't require reservations are very short, and frankly, not worth doing unless it's your first time trying it. - Most of the rock climbing areas were closed off, and the few areas open was packed with small children. So I decided not to try it. - Because by late day, it was getting uncomfortably hot, so i decided not to do the rope courses, but they looked pretty good. - Entry to the area is free, so a good number of visitors hang out just to have picnics and watch. Overall, I enjoyed my visit, only because of the whitewater rafting. It's much more affordable then what I could do back at home. The ziplines are good for first timers. Ropes courses looked good, and flatwater activities are nice to move at a more relaxed pace. I can see why it's a popular place.

Family owned and operated lake to fish in. Very nice place to take your family or kids to fish…read more The owners are great and very helpful if you have questions. They have some pretty big fish to catch even though I have only caught the smaller ones. Definitely recommend if you want a relaxing local place to fish.

Kinda overpriced... they open at 9 am which isn't early enough for fishing and the fish here don't…read morebite much anyways

Located to the west of Charlotte airport where Wilkinson Blvd crosses the Catawba River, this 137…read moreacre nature preserve has more than half a mile of riverfront shoreline. Much of it is high quality hardwood that is over 85 years old. The nature preserve has some significant elevation changes, ranging from 568 feet to 690 feet. It's a decent hike along the river. The name Iswa is a Catawba word meaning "people of the river". Mecklenburg County, particularly along the Catawba River, was historically part of the Catawba nation. The name Iswa creates potential for education regarding human connections to the river, both past and present. There are a dozen or so parking spaces at the entrance. [Review 12581 overall, 2373 of 2019.]

i honestly loved this little walk. cute path that basically is a latge circle. looks over water and…read morehas small benches along the way. cute, breath of fresh air. nice if you want to jus take a naturey stroll :)

One of my FAVORITE running spots in North Carolina. Hidden gem. Particularly nice on a summer…read moremorning. Extensive trails that go for miles and pretty water too!

I was visiting the area and looking for a place to get in a run. There was ample parking,…read morewell-marked trail signage, and scenic, peaceful views. There were other people out on the trails too, but they weren't crowded. I would go back if in the area again.

When I hurt my foot and we couldn't hike for a while, we went in search of a place to kayak. Since…read morewe don't have our own, this is a bit of a challenge in Charlotte. It's especially challenging before Memorial Day. Luckily, we were able to find this place. I can't remember the exact price, but it wasn't cheap from what I remember and I think it was a 2 hour minimum. Pricing aside, we had a good time. The Catawba River isn't the most scenic place to kayak, but there are some nice branches off it it where you can spot lots of turtles. The employee that helped us was very friendly and gave us some pointers on the best areas to explore. If you want to kayak close to Charlotte, check them out!

Good service but some other folks at the put in were acting dangerously and the owner of riverside…read morewasn't able to do much.