All-Terrain Wheelchairs available for rent (free of charge) from Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

Front view of all terrain wheelchair — Photo courtesy of Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has been making some of the incredible trails in the county accessible to more people, with the introduction of all-electric All-Terrain Wheelchairs (ATWs.)

This program has been available since 2024. The ATWs are available to rent for free at several recreation and nature centers.

Learn about the different ATWs, the reservation procedure and more.

Person riding all terrain wheelchair on a trail — Photo courtesy of Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

People who need them in order to access the trails can reserve and rent them free of charge. Make the reservations at least four days in advance. Both residents and non-residents can rent them.

Reservations can be made by phone, in person, or online at these facilities

Eastway Regional Recreation Center
3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte, NC
980-314-3772
Reserve here

Quest at Latta Nature Preserve
6345 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC
980-314-7878
Reserve here

Reedy Creek Nature Center and Preserve
2986 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC
980-314-1119
Reserve here

Northern Regional Recreation Center
18121 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC
980-314-6772
Don’t see online registration, so please call.
Meck County Park and Recreation announced on Facebook that the ATW is available here.

Stevens Creek Nature Center and Preserve
15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, NC
980-314-2526
Reserve here

The trails at Latta Nature Preserve and Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, in particular, are endless.

Learn more about the program in the FAQ.

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Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.

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