Carowinds Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food, Cameras and Gear

All bags, purses, backpacks and waist packs are subject to inspection before entry. The page gives no bag size limit. Backpacks are subject to inspection before entry. The page does not ban them. Purses are subject to inspection before entry.

• Bag: Allowed and inspected, no size limit
• Backpack: Inspected at entry
• Water bottle: Outside drinks not allowed
• Outside food: Not allowed

Outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the park. The FAQ names no exception for water. Outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the park, and there are food and beverage options inside. The pages do not mention coolers.

Cameras, GoPros, cell phones and other recording devices are prohibited on all rides and attractions, and violating this can lead to removal from the park. On-ride photography is allowed only on the Carolina Skytower. All drones are prohibited at or over Carowinds. The pages do not mention camera lenses, tripods, laptops, tablets and power banks.

Stroller and wheelchair rentals are next to Guest Services at the North Gate and can be reserved online. The FAQ does not say whether a personal stroller is allowed. The pages do not mention a medical bag process.

The pages do not mention umbrellas, blankets and seat cushions.

The pages do not mention signs, flags and binoculars.

The pages describe no separate medical bag process, so ask the venue before the event if you need to bring medical items.

Everyone goes through metal detection every public operating day, and all bags, purses, backpacks and waist packs are subject to inspection. Sharp objects, pocket knives, metal chains, firearms and anything that could be a weapon are prohibited.

Lockers rent inside the park in different sizes and prices at the North Gate and South Gate entrances, Carolina Harbor Waterpark, next to Fury 325 and in Blue Ridge Junction.

Guests who leave and return the same day need a hand stamp at the exit gate. Re-entry is not permitted during Carowinds events. Selfie sticks are allowed in the park but never on rides.