The best things to do in York County

“SouthTown Wake Park keeps summer interesting with cable wakeboarding that’s friendly for first-timers and spicy enough for seasoned riders, plus an Aqua Park for all the splashy chaos. Grab a buddy, try a few laps, then kick back lakeside and call it cross-training for real life.”

From the York County newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Carolina Harbor is Carowinds’ 26-acre waterpark and it’s included with park admission, so you can make a quick escape from the Queen City furnace this week and be floating in minutes. Post up in a cabana, let the kids splash while you grab something tasty, and call it summer well spent.”

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 7, 2026

“When the Carolina heat, rain, or pollen tries to bench your swing, 19th at the Warehouses gives you a climate-controlled place to groove it and talk a little friendly smack. Perfect for after-work tune-ups or weekend meetups, it's a low-pressure local hang that keeps your golf game in season year round.”

From the York County newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Carved along the Catawba’s rolling hardwoods, Waterford Golf Club LLC is a Hale Irwin designed, classic Par 72 where water shows up on 16 holes and MiniVerde Bermuda greens keep putters honest. Sneak in a round this week, then sharpen up at the range with a short-game area and practice bunker.”

From the York County newsletter, August 25, 2026

“W. Tillinghast design with 1934 roots, giving members a layout locals actually want to play on repeat. If you’re eyeing membership this week, their men’s, ladies’, seniors’ and juniors’ tournaments make getting in the game feel easy and fun.”

From the York County newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Sneak in a round this week at Pinetuck Golf Course, a tree-framed, 150-acre layout with zero parallel holes, frequent deer sightings, and a legit signature shot over water on No. 17. Locals swear by its smooth, fast greens that Charlotte golfers envy.”

From the York County newsletter, September 20, 2026