Waxhaw

Waxhaw is a town in Union County, North Carolina, United States. Waxhaw is located north of Lancaster, South Carolina, and lies about twelve miles south of the Charlotte city limit. Waxhaw is in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, which is a wooded area with rolling hills. This region is where gold was first discovered in the United States. The Howie Gold Mine is not far from the city limits. Waxhaw has evolved as an antique and fine dining center. Its Small Town Main Street offers the historic center of town. Waxhaw currently has dozens of specialty shops and dining restaurants. Restaurants located in town range from mom & pop restaurants to fine dining bistros. The Waxhaw Historic District is on the National Register of Historic Places. It includes retail businesses as well as architecturally significant houses near the center of town. In the downtown area, there is a town park and a skate park for youths. Near the skate park is a playground and walking area connected to downtown. Near Waxhaw is Cane Creek Park, a 1,050-acre park, featuring scenic areas and recreation activities.