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
RAY T
VerifiedJune 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: B
The gate keeper Marvin is such a wonderful soul. He’s always so cheerful and willing to help in any way.
Sheila the park ranger is so sweet we love her so much. Always has a smile on her face and just a joy to be around.
vincent s
VerifiedJune 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 90, Loop: B
Very quiet treed site well back from the road. I had to lift the rear of the motorhome which is something you are never supposed to do. It is recommended to always lift the front and then the rear if necessary.
Several dead branches fell while I was there. I am always careful to look up and check for dead branches before I park.
It rained quite a bit and there wasn't any standing water on my site.
Nice area for walking.
Patrick P
VerifiedJune 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 93, Loop: B
Awesome time, until the monsoons Came. Other than that, great trip
RAY T
VerifiedJune 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: B
The gate keeper Marvin is such a wonderful soul. He’s always so cheerful and willing to help in any way.
Sheila the park ranger is so sweet we love her so much. Always has a smile on her face and just a joy to be around.
Russell H
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: B
Great campground. Hosts and people at the front gate are very helpful and nice.
Russell H
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: B
Great campground. Hosts and people at the front gate are very helpful and nice.
Russell H
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: B
Great campground. Hosts and people at the front gate are very helpful and nice.
Ed R
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: A
Great place. Our RV site was on a hill with our own staircase leading down to a lower level with picnic table and fire ring. Just below that the river. Quiet, almost idyllic! It looks like all the sites are worth staying at and going back to.
Ed R
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: A
Great place. Our RV site was on a hill with our own staircase leading down to a lower level with picnic table and fire ring. Just below that the river. Quiet, almost idyllic! It looks like all the sites are worth staying at and going back to.
Ed R
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: A
Great place. Our RV site was on a hill with our own staircase leading down to a lower level with picnic table and fire ring. Just below that the river. Quiet, almost idyllic! It looks like all the sites are worth staying at and going back to.
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 4, 2026
