About Bandits Roost
Number of accommodations: 103
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
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Reviews (1821)
What Guests Are Saying
Bandits Roost is praised for its spacious, clean, and beautiful campsites, with many guests highlighting the welcoming staff and peaceful atmosphere. The campground offers convenient access to local attractions and activities, making it a favorite for returning visitors. While some maintenance issues, such as the boat ramp and bathhouse updates, were noted, the overall experience remains highly positive.
What Guests Are Saying
Bandits Roost is praised for its spacious, clean, and beautiful campsites, with many guests highlighting the welcoming staff and peaceful atmosphere. The campground offers convenient access to local attractions and activities, making it a favorite for returning visitors. While some maintenance issues, such as the boat ramp and bathhouse updates, were noted, the overall experience remains highly positive.
Review Summary
Kathy L
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: A
Very very good
Sandy D
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 82, Loop: B
quiet with beautiful scenery
hosts are friendly and helpful
clean lake for fishing and boating
Kathy L
VerifiedOctober 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: A
Very very good
Sue T
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: A
Overall, we enjoyed our first time camping at Bandits Roost. We had a great campsite near the water and it was perfect fall weather. There was a storm that blew in very quickly one night while we were there and crews were out early the next morning cleaning up and clearing paths. My one major complaint was the attitude of the rangers at the gate. My husband and I both had different rangers be rude to us while coming back in the campground. While I appreciate that they take their job seriously in making sure no vehicle enters unauthorized, they can leave the attitude and snarky comments behind. They are very unnecessary and did leave me questioning if I want to return.
Michael D
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 83, Loop: B
Amazing campground that we will definitely return to! Although we had to move twice in order to stay for a week, each site was just as good as the previous one.
Sue T
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: A
Overall, we enjoyed our first time camping at Bandits Roost. We had a great campsite near the water and it was perfect fall weather. There was a storm that blew in very quickly one night while we were there and crews were out early the next morning cleaning up and clearing paths. My one major complaint was the attitude of the rangers at the gate. My husband and I both had different rangers be rude to us while coming back in the campground. While I appreciate that they take their job seriously in making sure no vehicle enters unauthorized, they can leave the attitude and snarky comments behind. They are very unnecessary and did leave me questioning if I want to return.
Michael D
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 83, Loop: B
Amazing campground that we will definitely return to! Although we had to move twice in order to stay for a week, each site was just as good as the previous one.
Sue T
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: A
Overall, we enjoyed our first time camping at Bandits Roost. We had a great campsite near the water and it was perfect fall weather. There was a storm that blew in very quickly one night while we were there and crews were out early the next morning cleaning up and clearing paths. My one major complaint was the attitude of the rangers at the gate. My husband and I both had different rangers be rude to us while coming back in the campground. While I appreciate that they take their job seriously in making sure no vehicle enters unauthorized, they can leave the attitude and snarky comments behind. They are very unnecessary and did leave me questioning if I want to return.
Michael D
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 83, Loop: B
Amazing campground that we will definitely return to! Although we had to move twice in order to stay for a week, each site was just as good as the previous one.
Lowell S
VerifiedOctober 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: A
Beautiful campground lots of room bathrooms need a little bit of work but we’re cleaning
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.1219 / -81.2507
Elevation: 339 feet
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
