What is special about Carowinds?


What is special about Carowinds? Only at Carowinds will you find more than 60 world-class rides, the Carolinas' best waterpark, live entertainment, Camp Snoopy, and downhome Carolina cuisine. Family-friendly special events keep guests coming back for new ways to play all season long.


What is the oldest ride at Carowinds?

Carolina Goldrusher is the oldest roller coaster at Carowinds, opening with the park on March 31, 1973. Don't let that fun fact fool ya' - this roller coaster is full of spunk and continues to produce as many screams as the day it was debuted.


Does Carowinds have a lazy river?

On this classic lazy river, you can nestle down into a colorful, cushy inner tube, put your shades on, lie back and let the gentle current do all the work of advancing you down and around the river.


Is Carowinds good for small kids?

Families with small children will find plenty of things to do in Camp Snoopy, the large children's area at Carowinds. The themed area features a variety of flat rides, two small roller coasters, and an immersive playground.


Can a 15 year old go to Carowinds alone?

Guests ages 15 years old or younger who are found inside the park unaccompanied by a chaperone will be subject to ejection. This chaperone requirement applies to all Carowinds ticket and season passholders. Parents or guardians are responsible for the behavior of their minor children.


What ride was taken down at Carowinds?

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Officials at the Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina closed a roller coaster on Friday after discovering a crack at the top of a steel support pillar. The Charlotte-based park, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in March, closed the Fury 325 ride, WSOC-TV reported.


What is Carowinds famous for?

Carowinds may be known for its thrilling roller coasters, but it's actually quite family friendly.


Do they sell alcohol at Carowinds?

Alcoholic beverages must be consumed within designated areas. Alcohol sales end one hour prior to scheduled park closing, or at park management's discretion. Guests must present valid I.D. at all times. Guests will only be served one alcoholic beverage per transaction, per I.D.


Can you bring a vape to Carowinds?

What is Carowinds' smoking policy? For the comfort of all guests, smoking of any kind, including vapor and e-cigarettes, is only permitted in the designated smoking area outside of the North Gate. Please refer to the Carowinds mobile app for the specific location. Smoking is not permitted inside Carowinds.


What is not allowed in Carowinds?

Carrying firearms, ammunition, knives, and weapons of any kind and any other prohibited item. Carowinds reserves the right to prohibit any items at their discretion. Unsolicited photographing or video recording that disrupts a guest's experience or interferes with park operations.