Exploring Charlotte: A Guide to the Best Things to Do

18 Escape to fun, thrills, and spills at the Carowinds Amusement Park

Known as a place where South Carolina and North Carolina meet at the junction of "Fun," the Carowinds Amusement Park (located in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Fort Mill, South Carolina) features thrill rides and waterpark entertainment for just about everyone. Take the Boogie Board Racer, the longest mat-type race slide in the southeastern U.S., or get an adrenaline rush on one of the park's roller coasters - the Carolina Cyclone, the Carolina Goldrusher, or the Afterburn. Camp Snoopy, at the park, features rides for the kiddies.