Mecklenburg County’s newest regional recreation center is now open! The Northern Regional Recreation Center facility is a sight to see, with 85,000 square feet of opportunity to play – and that’s just on the inside.
The long-awaited $40 million project on the Huntersville-Cornelius border was financed with part of a $250 million park and recreation bond package Mecklenburg County voters approved back in 2008. Similar to the recently opened Eastway Recreational Center, neighbors were able to offer suggestions during public input sessions before construction began. The resulting facility includes an array of indoor and outdoor features and ways to get active.
Here, folks will find two pools – an eight-lane lap pool and a family-friendly leisure pool – along with a multi-purpose indoor sports court for basketball, pickleball, or badminton with an elevated walking and running track. There are cardio and weight rooms, a fitness studio for yoga and other group workouts, as well as flex spaces for community programs, party or event rentals.
Outdoor amenities, including a play meadow and a venue for festivals, concerts and other community gatherings are also part of the long-term plan for the location.
Summer camps at the Northern Regional Recreation Center are already underway. Campers can participate in sports camp, splash camp, STEM camp, “sun-sational” crafts, and traditional summer camp. Check pricing and availability here at the Park and Rec website: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&site_ids=64&viewMode=list
Interested in seeing it for yourself? You can register for a free, guided tour of the facility here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/daycare/program/645?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true&online=true
If you’re ready to get in on the fun, monthly plans for Mecklenburg County residents start at $22 for youth ages 1 to 17, $45 for adults ages 18 to 54, and $22 for senior citizens age 55 and older. Family passes are $65 per month. Daily plans start at $8 for youth ages 1 to 17, $10 or adults ages 18 to 54, and $8 for senior citizens age 55 and older. A MeckPass can be purchased at https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/
Where to find it:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/membership/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US
18117 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius 28031
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