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
Elmer P
VerifiedAugust 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: A
Such a beautiful lake and family campground.
Steven R
VerifiedAugust 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
While I was checking in, I had a problem with my truck that caused me to block the main entrance gate for a couple of hours. The campground hosts and the park rangers were understanding and helpful, even going so far as to let me use one of their battery jump boxes to try to get the truck started again. While that didn't fix the problem, I appreciated everyone at Bandit's Roost going above and beyond.
Shirlyn L
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 90, Loop: B
Fine camping
Just wish it had full hookups
Thank you for honoring senior citizens
Shirlyn L
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 90, Loop: B
Fine camping
Just wish it had full hookups
Thank you for honoring senior citizens
Shirlyn L
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 90, Loop: B
Fine camping
Just wish it had full hookups
Thank you for honoring senior citizens
Susan B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 60, Loop: A
Enjoyed our stay. Campground was clean. Campground host were friendly.
Susan B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 60, Loop: A
Enjoyed our stay. Campground was clean. Campground host were friendly.
Susan B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 60, Loop: A
Enjoyed our stay. Campground was clean. Campground host were friendly.
barry c
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 88, Loop: B
Great experience
barry c
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 88, Loop: B
Great experience
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
