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1. Carolina Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Carolina Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
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2. Carowinds - Charlotte ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Carowinds - Charlotte
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3. Deadwood - Williamston

Deadwood - Williamston
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4. Frankie's Fun Park

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Frankie's Fun Park
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5. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

Category: Kids & Family
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
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6. Santa's Land - Cherokee

Santa's Land - Cherokee
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7. Tweetsie Railroad

Category: Kids & Family
Tweetsie Railroad
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8. Wet'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park

Category: Kids & Family
Wet'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park
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9. Adventure Landing

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Adventure Landing
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10. Xtreme Park Adventures

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Nestled between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina is often thought of as a destination for hiking, fishing, and sunbathing on the beach.
  • However, the state is also home to a surprising number of excellent amusement parks suitable for thrill seekers and young children alike.
  • Depending on where your interests lie, you can hop on a scream-inducing roller coaster, pay a visit to Santa in the middle of summer, or spend the afternoon cooling off in a waterpark.
  • If you're planning a trip to North Carolina, here are the amusement parks you should consider visiting while you're there.

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