And now the press release..
Paramount’s Carowinds Introduces Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort
Upscale campground reopens and features new cabins as well as tent, camper and RV sites
Charlotte, N.C. (March 15, 2006) –Campers can experience all of the thrills of the great outdoors next to one of the most thrilling theme parks in the southeast this year at Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort at Carowinds, opening March 25.
The multimillion-dollar renovation of the 25-acre campground at Paramount’s Carowinds features nearly 200 campsites, 15 rental cabins, enhanced facilities and an abundance of recreational activities for the entire family. Located mere minutes from a variety of shopping and dining experiences, only 10 miles from uptown Charlotte and Lake Wylie and within sight of Paramount’s Carowinds, Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort provides a splendid natural setting, right around the corner from all of the amenities of the modern world.
“We’ve created a camping experience unlike any other in the region,†said Bob White, general manager of Paramount’s Carowinds. “Guests have a world-class theme park, a variety of recreation and a major metropolitan area right at their fingertips. Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort at Carowinds is more than just a campground, offering variety you won’t find at other camping facilities.â€
Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort’s redwood cabins accommodate up to six guests and offer many of the comforts of home, all while surrounded by a lush, wooded landscape. The spacious cabin interiors include showers and restrooms, air conditioning, an electric stove top, kitchen table and chairs and a mid-size refrigerator, in addition to daily cleaning and linen service. And after a long day of adventure in the theme park, guests can kick back and relax on their private porch swing.
Each of the more than 50 tent and pop-up camper sites include water hookups and 30 amp electric service. The area also contains a spacious restroom facility that includes bathrooms and hot showers.
More than 140 paved, level RV sites span the grounds of Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort, including 40 “pull-through†sites, many that can accommodate RV’s up to 40 feet in length. Each of the sites is equipped with water, sewer and 30-amp electric service. In addition, 60 of the RV sites feature upgraded, 50-amp electric service.
Every campsite has its own charcoal grill and more than 150 picnic tables throughout the campground offer places to gather for socializing and family meals.
The centerpiece of the campground is the Camp Wilderness Lodge, which features a convenience and merchandise store, wireless Internet capability, coin-operated laundry and satellite television service with two large, flat panel television screens. The modern amenities of the lodge complement a rustic interior with 25-foot, wood beam ceilings and a stone fireplace with a massive hearth and mantle. An extensive landscaping project around the exterior of the lodge creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for arriving guests.
Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort offers numerous family leisure activities and recreational sports. Families can splash and play in the warm summer sun in the Camp Wilderness swimming pool, enjoy a round of miniature golf or a game of shuffleboard, stoke their competitive spirit with a friendly game of beach volleyball and entertain the smallest members of the family at the nearly 1,000 square-foot playground.
Paramount’s Carowinds campground operated for more than 30 years on the site of Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort. The multimillion dollar renovation features numerous upgrades and additional amenities, sure to please returning campers as well as those who are visiting for the first time.
Guests at Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort also have the opportunity to purchase discount tickets to the Carolinas’ premier entertainment destination, Paramount’s Carowinds. The 108-acre theme and water park, located adjacent to the campground, offers daily tram service to and from the park for campground guests.
For more information or to book a reservation for Paramount’s Camp Wilderness Resort at Carowinds, or for general information about the theme park, guests should call 704-588-2600 in N.C., 803-548-5300 in S.C., toll free at 1-800-888-4386, or log on to
http://www.carowinds.com. All tents and pop up camper sites, as well as RV sites with 30-amp service are available for rental beginning March 25. RV sites with 50-amp service are available for rental beginning in early April and the Redwood Cabins are available beginning May 7. Discounts are available for Paramount Carowinds season pass holders and AAA members.
Paramount’s Carowinds opens on weekends only beginning March 25. The park is open for daily operation May 26 through Aug. 23, and weekend-only operation resumes Aug. 26 – Oct. 29. The park also is open March 31; April 14, 17 & 28; May 5, 12 & 19; and Sept. 4. The park is closed to the public on Sept. 23, 24 & 30 and Oct. 1.
Company Profile
Paramount’s Carowinds is owned and operated by Paramount Parks Inc. (For now.)
Paramount Parks (a unit of CBS Inc.), is a leading developer and operator of world-class theme parks and location-based attractions, entertaining more than 13 million guests annually. The company currently owns and operates five of the most popular theme parks in North America including: Paramount Canada’s Wonderland (Toronto, Ontario, Canada); Paramount’s Carowinds (Charlotte, N.C.); Paramount’s Great America (Santa Clara, Calif.); Paramount’s Kings Dominion (Richmond, Va.); and Paramount’s Kings Island (Cincinnati, Ohio). The company also developed and manages the award-winning STAR TREK: The Experience at the Las Vegas Hilton (Las Vegas, Nev.) and manages Bonfante Gardens horticultural theme park (Gilroy, Calif.) and CBS Television City at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino (Las Vegas, Nev.). More information about Paramount Parks is available at
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