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Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center
A 70-acre fenced off-leash area within the U.S. National Whitewater Center, with 3 ponds, beaches, a dock, 2.5 miles of trail and a dog-wash station. This is the area’s true dog-swim destination — but it’s a paid, private non-profit facility, not a free county park.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterPond
- Size70 acres (3 ponds + beaches)
- HoursOff-leash during Whitewater Center hours (~9 AM–dusk; check the daily schedule)
- SurfaceSand / grass
Parking & access
Whitewater Center parking (parking fee applies).
Good to know
- Not free: each dog needs an Off Leash pass (about $12/day or $25/month; add-ons to an Annual Pass), max 3 dogs per person.
- Open during Whitewater Center hours, not 7:30 AM–sunset like county parks — confirm the daily schedule before going.
- The 3 ponds and beaches are made for swimming — a strong NC-summer cool-down — with a dog-wash station on site; still bring water for the heat.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: U.S. National Whitewater Center
Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center?
- Yes — Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center fenced?
- Yes — Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center is fully enclosed.
- Can my dog swim at Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center?
- Yes — Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center has pond water for dogs to swim in.
- Is Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center free?
- Off Leash at U.S. National Whitewater Center isn't free — it requires a paid membership or fee to use. Check the official source for current pricing.