Carowinds is a 398-acre amusement park on the border between North and South Carolina that was inspired by Earl Patterson Hall’s 1956 trip to Disneyland and a dream of bringing the two states closer together.
Carowinds features over 50 rides, shows and attractions, including 13 world-class roller coasters, like Intimidator – the tallest, fastest, longest coaster in the Southeast; Planet Snoopy – an 12-acre children’s area highlighted by America’s most beloved beagle – Snoopy; and Boomerang Bay, a 20-acre Australian-themed water park, included with the price of admission. New last year, Dinosaurs Alive! 32 roaring, moving, life-sized dinosaurs and interactive attractions on 5 wooded acres, taking you back to prehistoric times.
In August 2013, it was announced that Carowinds would be undergoing a $50 million expansion in the next three years including a $30 million roller coaster, new water slide, food complex and more.
Already open for the season, Carowinds opens in late March each year and closes in early November, after the park’s Halloween event, Scarowinds. Boomerang Bay opens Memorial Day weekend and has new slides opening up this year. Check out their website for more information and to purchase tickets in advance: Carowinds Amusement Park
