About Bandits Roost
Number of accommodations: 103
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Boating
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Hiking
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2026 Season availability
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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
mary s
VerifiedMay 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: A
The firepit was full of ashes from the last campers. We had to clean it in order to have a fire. The last campers had put huge rocks on the site - probably used them as chocks. Had to move them (about 8) before we could back into the spot.
mary s
VerifiedMay 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: A
The firepit was full of ashes from the last campers. We had to clean it in order to have a fire. The last campers had put huge rocks on the site - probably used them as chocks. Had to move them (about 8) before we could back into the spot.
mary s
VerifiedMay 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: A
The firepit was full of ashes from the last campers. We had to clean it in order to have a fire. The last campers had put huge rocks on the site - probably used them as chocks. Had to move them (about 8) before we could back into the spot.
Duane C
VerifiedMay 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 99, Loop: B
Always enjoy Bandits Roost - we live close by and this was a "shakedown" trip for our new trailer. We are fortunate to have such a great campground within an hours drive of our home.
Duane C
VerifiedMay 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 99, Loop: B
Always enjoy Bandits Roost - we live close by and this was a "shakedown" trip for our new trailer. We are fortunate to have such a great campground within an hours drive of our home.
Duane C
VerifiedMay 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 99, Loop: B
Always enjoy Bandits Roost - we live close by and this was a "shakedown" trip for our new trailer. We are fortunate to have such a great campground within an hours drive of our home.
GENE D
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: A
My site was on the 'A' loop. The shower was terrible. I had to stand in the last person's water because the shower floor did not have the proper "drop" to allow all the shower water to go to the drain.
There was nothing to sit on to remove my clothes. After the shower I had to alternate standing on 1 wet foot to put my clothes on. I had to hang my clothes on rebar or put them in the water on the floor. The room was very small and steamy. The total experience was terrible. The worst shower on the east coast. I'm printing this but the sad thing is that nothing will be done about it.
GENE D
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: A
My site was on the 'A' loop. The shower was terrible. I had to stand in the last person's water because the shower floor did not have the proper "drop" to allow all the shower water to go to the drain.
There was nothing to sit on to remove my clothes. After the shower I had to alternate standing on 1 wet foot to put my clothes on. I had to hang my clothes on rebar or put them in the water on the floor. The room was very small and steamy. The total experience was terrible. The worst shower on the east coast. I'm printing this but the sad thing is that nothing will be done about it.
GENE D
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: A
My site was on the 'A' loop. The shower was terrible. I had to stand in the last person's water because the shower floor did not have the proper "drop" to allow all the shower water to go to the drain.
There was nothing to sit on to remove my clothes. After the shower I had to alternate standing on 1 wet foot to put my clothes on. I had to hang my clothes on rebar or put them in the water on the floor. The room was very small and steamy. The total experience was terrible. The worst shower on the east coast. I'm printing this but the sad thing is that nothing will be done about it.
Audrey M
VerifiedMay 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 60, Loop: A
Nice level campsites. We were in the shady area which we prefer. Campsites in the A loop were spaced out well or you could choose ones that were closer for a group. Bathrooms were adequate. We were told they run out of hot water quickly but we didn’t experience that.
Camp host was friendly. Sites were clean and well maintained. The campground is fairly close to town if you need anything. We plan to return.
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
