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A coaster speeds along the blue track at Carowinds theme park

Things to Do

Amusement, Theme & Water Parks

These parks prove you’re never too old to just be a kid. Enjoy family-friendly fun in the Wild West, slip down waterslides inspired by our coastal history, take a stomach-dropping ride on the world’s tallest, fastest giga coaster and more at North Carolina’s amusement, theme and water parks.

Trip Ideas

Thrill-seekers and splash-lovers alike can dive into North Carolina’s unique adventure and theme parks, where roaring mountain coasters, winding waterslides and classic boardwalk rides bring nonstop fun for all ages.

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Soar Across Zip Lines and Aerial Adventure Parks

In North Carolina, outdoor adventures are served with views that will take your breath away. In fact, the nation’s first zip line canopy tour opened here in 1998, and over the last two-plus decades, the number of zip line and aerial adventure parks has grown tremendously across our state.
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Slide, Splash, Swim at Water Parks Across North Carolina

Water parks are a hot place for families to cool off when summer sizzles in North Carolina. Find the slides and water rides that match your thrill level, or simply retreat to a poolside cabana. Here are some of North Carolina’s man-made watery destinations that are sure to be among the highlights of your vacation or day trip.