Local Area Attractions Near Charlotte / Fort Mill KOA Journey

Our campground is a great stopping point to see many great area attractions.  We are just minutes away from a 2,100 acre nature preserve, lakes, Carowinds amusement park, and great restaurants. Come and enjoy everything our area has to offer.

Carowinds Amusement Park

Carowinds Amusement Park

Just 3 Minutes away. The biggest roller coasters on the East Coast, entertaining shows, food and a water park. For more information, see http://www.carowinds.com. Carowinds is where the Carolinas come together for fun! For 50 years, families and friends choose Carowinds for an amazing day the Carolina Way. Only at Carowinds will you find more than 60 world-class rides, the Carolinas' best waterparklive entertainment, Camp Snoopy, and downhome Carolina cuisine. Family-friendly special events keep guests coming back for new ways to play all season long. At our well-appointed on-site hotel and beautiful campground, you can turn your Carowinds stay into a fun getaway.    From the moment you get here, you'll see that Carowinds is one of the best places to visit in North Carolina and South Carolina.

14523 Carowinds Blvd

Charlotte, NC 28273

704-588-9144

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Discovery Place & The Nature Museum of Charlotte

Discovery Place & The Nature Museum of Charlotte

For more information, see http://www.discoveryplace.orgLabs & Live ShowsIgnite a passion for learning at Discovery Place Science–Charlotte's premier science museum–where live shows captivate young minds with thrilling experiments and awe-inspiring demonstrations.

As a top pick among things to do in Charlotte, you and your family can witness the wonders of chemistry, physics and biology unfold before your eyes, fostering a lifelong love of exploration and discovery.

Create unforgettable memories with your family at Discovery Place Science, where the magic of science comes to life and fuels their bright, curious minds in the heart of Charlotte.

168 W 6th St.

Charlotte, NC 28202

704-286-8302

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Lake Wylie

Lake Wylie

Fishing and a ramp for your boat is 10 minutes away.

Antique shopping

Antique shopping

You'll find antique shops in Fort Mill and Pineville within 10 minutes of the campground.

Lowe's Motor Speedway

Lowe's Motor Speedway

In Charlotte 25 minutes away. For more information, see http://www.lowesmotorspeedway.com.

Local Area Recreation Near Charlotte / Fort Mill KOA Journey

Lake Wyle

Lake Wyle

A nice lake with plenty of catfish and a great place to take the kids.  If you don't have a boat, you can take the family for a picnic at the park in Tega Cay that is on the lake with a beach for swimming.

Golf

Golf

Within 15 minutes, you have access to several golf courses, including Fort Mill Golf Club, Tega Cay Golf Club, Springfield Golf Club (probably the nicest one), Sun City Golf Course (well maintained, but lots of sand) and many more.

Anne Springs Close Greenway

Anne Springs Close Greenway

The Springs Greenway is a beautiful 2,100 acre nature preserve that offers biking tours, horseback riding tours, kayaking and canoeing.

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Carowinds

Carowinds

Carowinds is an amusement park and water park.  It has some of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in the country and is located 3 miles from the campground. Opening day is March 12, 2022

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US National White Water Center

US National White Water Center

If you love the outdoors the White Water Center is the place to be.  It's one of a kind and located only 15 miles from the campground.  It's 1,300 acres of Kyaking, Wall Climbing, White Water Rafting, Zip lines and miles of biking and hiking trails.  During the summer they have free concerts Thursday through Saturday with a restaurant and bar onsite.

5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy

Charlotte, NC 28214

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