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About Bandits Roost
Number of accommodations: 103
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Fishing
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Boating
Summer
Boating
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Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
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Reviews (1925)
What Guests Are Saying
Bandits Roost campground offers beautiful lake views, clean and well-maintained facilities, and spacious sites, making it a popular choice for campers. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the peaceful and quiet atmosphere. However, some areas, including the bathhouses and fire pits, require updates and maintenance, and there are occasional issues with the entrance gate and site cleanliness between campers. Overall, it remains a beloved destination for many.
What Guests Are Saying
Bandits Roost campground offers beautiful lake views, clean and well-maintained facilities, and spacious sites, making it a popular choice for campers. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the peaceful and quiet atmosphere. However, some areas, including the bathhouses and fire pits, require updates and maintenance, and there are occasional issues with the entrance gate and site cleanliness between campers. Overall, it remains a beloved destination for many.
Review Summary
Carol R
VerifiedMay 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: A
We stayed at Bandits Roost to attend the annual MerleFest music festival for the first time. The site is located just off the highway, a few miles from the festival, and offers easy access. We were lucky to be able to reserve a pull-through spot at the pull through row's end with water on three sides, plus electric and water hookups. Sites are spacious, there's a dump station by the bath house, Wi-Fi isn't available but cell reception is strong. Since we were here for the music festival, we didn’t take in any of the park’s amenities. We'll be back to enjoy those in the future.
Gwen G
VerifiedMay 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: A
Great campground and experience. Gorgeous scenery.
Larry B
VerifiedMay 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 52, Loop: A
Nice, peaceful campground. Site 52 was level and had partial shade, but was still open enough for decent Starlink performance. Bathhouse facility was good, but is due for an update.
Larry B
VerifiedMay 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 52, Loop: A
Nice, peaceful campground. Site 52 was level and had partial shade, but was still open enough for decent Starlink performance. Bathhouse facility was good, but is due for an update.
Gwen G
VerifiedMay 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: A
Great campground and experience. Gorgeous scenery.
Angela H
VerifiedMay 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: B
We love the Bandits Rooster Campground!! The only issue is the boat ramp needs some work.
Angela H
VerifiedMay 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: B
We love the Bandits Rooster Campground!! The only issue is the boat ramp needs some work.
DAVID K
VerifiedMay 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: A
I had a wonderful secluded campsite on the water. Everything was very quiet and peaceful during my stay. The check in attendant was very helpful and friendly. I look forward to going back next month and have booked the rest of the season at Bandits Roost.
Matthew M
VerifiedMay 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: A
Thank you for getting the campground open in time for our 14 days of camping. I know the task was challenging but everything worked perfectly fine thank you again
Lynne M
VerifiedMay 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: A
This is one of our favorite campgrounds! Our most recent stay went well and we enjoyed our stay. We will be back for sure!
Location Bandits Roost
Address:
667 Jess Walsh Road
Wilkesboro, NC, 28697-0182
United States
From Winston-Salem, North Carolina, take Highway 421 North (approximately 55 miles) to Exit 286B, turn left onto Highway 268 and continue for approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto Jess Walsh Road. Campground entrance is located at the end of the road.
From Charlotte, North Carolina, take I-77 North (approximately 60 miles) before merging onto Highway 421 North towards Wilkesboro/Boone. Continue to Exit 286B (approximately 20 miles), turn left onto Highway 268 and continue for approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto Jess Walsh Road. Campground entrance is located at the end of the road.
Travel times from:
Winston Salem: 1 hour.
Charlotte: 1.5 hours.
The campground is accessible via Highway 421, which is approximately 5 miles from Highway 268, and I-77 is also within reach, merging onto Highway 421 toward Wilkesboro/Boone.
Elevation: 339 feet
6.9 mi drive to downtown Wilkesboro (about 12 min)
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
