This is a great park that's secluded from the city. It has great walking trails if you want to get…read morein some exercise on the regular, but it also has fields for sports if you're interested in doing that. (For what it's worth, I'm not sure how you go about reserving the fields as I've never done it, but I'm sure calling Parks and Recreation could lead you in the right direction...) I'd go as far as saying this is probably the best park in Gaston County.

Great place to go and sit and read in quiet for a while. Or even pack a picnic for the family and…read morealso take a while around the beautiful man made lake. Make sure to look out for the bald eagles and turtles!

My Royal Standard Poodle (large) had the time of his life. Rosedale Dog Park is well planned,…read moreclean, and well maintained. As we entered through the double gated entry, on the left was available water for the dogs. Straight ahead was a large concrete covered patio with 4 steel tables with benches on all 4 sides. We were engulfed in a beautiful, clean, well maintained forest with a mulch floor. We were met by 9 friendly dogs and 8 friendly dog owners. In the middle of the forest was a clean, well shaded wooden bench. Beyond the fence was a state forest, so snakes have been known to enter in.

Open since 2022,the Rosedale Dog Park is located behind the Rosedale and Market Square Shopping…read moreCenters just off Gilead Road. Completely fenced and with separate areas for small and large dogs, there is a lot of space. The area is well shaded and not very muddy with seating areas for the people and room for dogs to run about. A dedicated parking lot in the front, a double-gate area to keep the dogs secure and signage that indicates the rules of the park. There is also a dispenser with bags and a drop off for filled ones. This is a super park and I would love to bring my dogs here for a run about. [Review 19517 overall - 3412 in North Carolina - 487 of 2023.]

This park was pretty cool! I went for a nice stroll, trying to get back in shape. There was plenty…read moreto get into at this park or just a nice trail to walk through. They had tennis courts and basketball courts. So much to do! People were out and about being active, walking dogs. I followed the under the bridge and that was pretty cool, there's a little stream and nice scenery. It was really peaceful on a semi-chilli day. I'll definitely be back to walk around and see the sights!

Nice park along Irwin creek I walked while staying nearby for business. It's a mix of serenity and…read moredevelopment running alongside a busy freeway. You'll find a large dog park here, some basketball courts, tennis courts and soccer fields. I walked about 3 miles, taking one branch that led to the Bank of America stadium and the Carolina Panthers training facility. There's a good deal of shade along the trails thanks to the trees. I saw a lot of Robins in and along the park trail. Frazier Park is a nice place to enjoy a walk while in the urban area of Charlotte. I enjoyed my walk there. I'll be back if I'm in the area again.

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.

The U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a massive 1,300-acre…read morenon-profit outdoor recreation facility and an official U.S. Olympic Training Site. Located along the scenic Catawba River, it stands as the largest multi-sport outdoor adventure center in the world. The Water Features World's Largest Man-Made Whitewater River: Using a massive recirculating pump system holding 12 million gallons of water, the park features two distinct concrete channels providing Class II to IV rapids. Visitors can go whitewater rafting with a guide or tackle the rapids solo via whitewater kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Flatwater Activities: For a calmer pace, the center provides direct access to the adjacent Catawba River for serene flatwater kayaking and paddleboarding. Deep Water Solo: A highly unique 45-foot-high artificial climbing wall with multiple difficulty paths. It features no ropes or harnesses--if you lose your grip, you plunge directly into a 20-foot-deep pool below. Land & Aerial Adventures 40+ Miles of Trails: A massive, interconnected network of single-track trails woven throughout the forested property. It is heavily utilized year-round for mountain biking, trail running, and hiking. Ropes & Ziplines: The park features over 20 different aerial ropes challenge courses, suspension bridges, and multiple ziplines stretching up to 1,500 feet long that glide high over the water canyons. Rock Climbing: A comprehensive climbing center that offers traditional bouldering and top-rope climbing walls. Community Lifestyle & Kids FeaturesWildwoods: A multi-acre, tree-canopied challenge and play area specifically engineered for younger kids and families.Festivals & Yoga: The center acts as a major local social hub, hosting massive seasonal festivals, over 400 yoga practices annually across various lawns, and the popular River Jam live music concert series.

Spacious park, I'm not the most keen on dog parks, but this one has been nice with mostly good…read morepeople. Of course, there are a few people to avoid. Mostly good experiences, but my puppy has been attacked. The dog park is large with a walking trail, which is nice. There is some waste in the parks, but the fault lies with the owners. There are nice benches and picnic tables to sit at, and water dishes with spouts for the pups to drink from. Overall a nice place to spend an hour or so with the furry babies.

This park is managed by the Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation department. It is nestled in a…read morecorner against I-485 and Brookshire Boulevard but is accessible from neither. You need to loop around on Mount Holly-Huntersville Road and then Bellhaven to get here. The park features a soccer pitch, two volleyball courts, two baseball fields and a fenced in dog park next to a playground. There are not enough dog parks in Charlotte so this is really nice to see. The park lines up directly north of Charlotte airport's runways, so you'll get a bit of plane watching here. [Review 10592 overall, 360 of 2019.]

This place is AMAZING! I have never seen such happy dogs. The staff truly loves their jobs, the…read moredogs are so well taken care of. You won't find a better place to trust with your dog. If there is a heaven on earth for dogs, you'll find it here.

Our big derpy girl absolutely loves her stays at Tuscarora! She gets tons of play time, good…read moreinteraction with other pups her size, and gets to sleep in her own bed during stays (most of the time it even comes home laundered! Trust me, this is no easy feat!). Teddy usually falls asleep on the ride home from camp as she's so exhausted from her doggy adventures but you can tell how happy and incredibly well cared for she is during her time away. We've had issues with boarding facilities in the past (check my reviews if interested) which left us hesitant to booking, especially considering the expense that comes with larger breed considerations. However, not only does TCC have better care, facilities, and customer service; they are also easier on the checkbook. Teddy definitely has a home away from home in TCC, and even though our new move puts us another 15 minutes out, we wouldn't go anywhere else!

Great dog park. Well maintained. Large dog area and small dog area. The boys had a great time!read more

One of our favorite dog parks in Charlotte. It has convenient parking, a good group of regulars,…read moreand always kept in good condition.

Five stars for this wonderful dog park. Huge parking lot and a building with restrooms for the…read morepeople. The main feature here is the baseball field that has been completely fenced in and converted into the running space for the large dogs. Shaded in places but with a ton of space for canines to run around. Two separate runs for smaller dogs. What's neat is that each of the dog parks has a separate entrance and exit lobby for safety to ensure that dogs are leashed and secure before leaving the park. Absolutely awesome. The parks have a foot-pump fountain too. This is the neatest park! [Review 15411 overall, 914 of 2021, number 2961 in North Carolina.]

Kudos to the idea-man/woman behind this dog park. What a great way to repurpose a…read moresoftball/baseball. There are two different sections based on your dog's size, but even within each individual area there is SOOO much space to spread out, which is nice. They've even sprinkled fun obstacles/activities for dogs and owners to work through. Overall a really fun spot to spend some time with your pooch.