Posted in Charlotte November 10, 2017 by

This Canopy Walk Near Charlotte Will Make Your Stomach Drop

The Canopy Tour at the U.S. National Whitewater Center is one of the most thrilling and beautiful experiences you’ll ever have. This tour challenges your physical ability while letting you view some of the most breathtaking scenery in North Carolina. It is truly one of the most fantastic outdoor activities our city has to offer. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, adrenaline junkie, or are just looking for a fun new adventure, schedule a tour to see what it’s all about.

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The Canopy Tour at the USNWC lets you glide through the woodlands along the Catawba River and see portions of the Historic Tuckaseegee Ford and Trail while on the tour.
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The best time to go is in the spring or fall, when the leaves on the trees are thriving and are a brilliant green or changing to their beautiful autumn colors.
The tour takes you through a diverse natural backdrop.
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Starting out in the hardwood trees that reach heights of 90 feet, then soaring over the Catawba River banks and wetlands, you really get a glimpse of the wondrous natural beauty or city has to offer.
Each tour is led by a trained USNWC guide who will lead you through the magic of the forest.
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You'll start at a beginning platform in the middle of the woods, where you'll be helped into your harness and suited up with the appropriate safety gear for the tour.
The guide will walk you through a few rules and best practices...
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...and then you'll be off!
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Gliding through the beautiful forest is the closest experience to flying you will ever feel.
The tour consists of a series of challenges and thrills along the way.
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There are platforms set up throughout the tour, so you'll glide and land, zipping from platform to platform as you soar through the trees.
There are multiple rope bridges and walkways that you'll have to summon your inner strength to get across.
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This course, while beautiful, will definitely test your abilities.
But once you make it through, you'll be so proud of what you accomplished.
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And you'll be dying to do it all over again!
To put it in perspective, here is a view from the ground looking up at one of the sky bridges on the tour.
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Pretty high up right?
This sky bridge is like something you've never seen before.
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As you cross it, you'll be amazed at the scenery around you and the rush of exhilaration you feel.
If you are touring with a group, you'll find awesome moral support from other group members.
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After all, you're all in this together!
If you enjoy the canopy tour during the day, you may want to test your skills further next time.
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The USNWC also offers a Twilight Canopy Tour, where you can glide through the trees at sunset and complete the tour after night has fallen. Talk about challenging!
This Canopy Tour is an amazing experience for those who are looking for a little adventure.
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While there may be some points during the tour where your heart is pounding and you're wondering what you got yourself into, you'll feel like a brand new person who can tackle anything life throws at you after you conquer the obstacles!

The U.S National Whitewater Center is located at 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28214. For more information on the Canopy Tours, as well as reservation information, head over to the USNWC website for details.

Have you ever conquered the canopy tour at the U.S. National Whitewater Center? Tell us about your experience in the comments! If you snapped any photos along the way, don’t forget to share them on the Only In Charlotte Facebook page or tag us on Instagram (@onlyincharlotte) using #onlyincharlotte for a chance to see your photos featured!