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Level: Intermediate
Length: 45 mi (72.4 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Network
Elevation: +744/ -694 ft
Total: 477 riders
 

Mountain Biking USNWC

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#5 of 549 mountain bike trails in North Carolina
#52 in the world

The U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is home to more than 40 miles of singletrack trails and growing to enjoy and explore for mountain bikers of all skill levels. With a facility spanning 1,300 acres, the USNWC is dedicated to the promotion of the active, outdoor lifestyle. The USNWC Trail System features natural forest landscapes, steep downhill descents, and views of the Catawba River to create authentic and rewarding mountain biking trails in the Charlotte area. Please check usnwc.org or call 704-391-3900 for daily trail conditions.

First added by EZ-E on Jan 1, 2003. Last updated Apr 30, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: yes
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: unknown
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: yes
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
From downtown Charlotte: Head west on Morehead St. Turn right onto Freedom Drive Take I-85 South (left entrance) Take exit 29 for Sam Wilson Road and follow signs for USNWC From Charlotte Douglas International Airport: After exiting the airport, head west on US-74 W/Wilkinson Blvd Turn left onto I-485 Inner North Ramp and continue onto I-485 N/Statesville Take exit 12 for Moores Chapel Road and follow signs for USNWC From I-85 Head towards the intersection of I-485 and I-85 on the west side of Charlotte Take exit 29 for Sam Wilson Road and follow signs for USNWC From I-485 Route 1: Head towards the intersection of I-485 and I-85 on the west side of Charlotte Take exit 12 for Moores Chapel Road and follow signs for USNWC Route 2: Head towards the intersection of I-485 and I-85 on the west side of Charlotte Take exit 14 for Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road and follow signs for USNWC
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Rider questions

Q: Can you bring your own mountain bike
A: Yes you can. There is a $5 parking fee. If you find that you go frequently, they have a $40 annual pass. Be sure to check the USNWC website to make sure the trails are open.

Q: Able to rent bikes? Is there a trail charge or just parking?
A: Yes, there is a trail center near the whitewater channel that rents bikes. As of 2019 they rent single speed hardtails with coil forks for $30, higher end geared hardtails for $40, and full suspensions for $45. Their whole fleet is either Giant or Specialized. Parking is currently $6 a day or $50 for an annual parking pass.