Bandits Roost

667 Jess Walsh Road, Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States
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Bandits Roost
Bandits Roost Point

About Bandits Roost

Bandits Roost Campground is located on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities.

Available sites

103 total sites
RV Sites 85 sites from $30 per night Tent Sites 18 sites from $20 per night

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Feb
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

103 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 01, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 02, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 03, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 04, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 05, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 06, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 07, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 08, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 09, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 100, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 22-A, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 22-B, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 23-A, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 23-B, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 25, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 26, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 27, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 29, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 30, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 31, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 32, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 33, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 34, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 35, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 36, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 37, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 38, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 39, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 40, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 41, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 42, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 43, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 44, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 45, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 46, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 47, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 48, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
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🚐 49, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 50, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 51, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 52, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 53, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 54, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 55, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 56, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 57, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
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🚐 58, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 59, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 60, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 ft long
$30
/ per night
⛺ 61, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 62, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 63, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 64, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 65, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 66, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 67, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
⛺ 68, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
$20
/ per night
🚐 69, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
$30
/ per night
🚐 70, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 ft long
$30
/ per night
🚐 71, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 72, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 73, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 74, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 75, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 76, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 77, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 78, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 79, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 80, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 81, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 82, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 83, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 84, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 85, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 86, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 87, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 88, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 89, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 90, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 91, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 92, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 93, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 94, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 95, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 96, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 97, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 98, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
🚐 99, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
$30
/ per night
⛺ B, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
$85
/ per night

Reviews

1975 reviews

Summary

AI generated

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.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 1975 reviews

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5 stars 64.4% (1,271)
4 stars 23.2% (459)
3 stars 7.8% (154)
2 stars 2.7% (53)
1 star 1.9% (38)

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Kristin S

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September 22, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: A

Very peaceful, and secluded spot. Far from the bath house near the RVs. Large camping site at the bottom of the stairs. Great place to stay with quick access to town.

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CHARLES C

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September 21, 2026 Stayed at: 80, Loop: B

beautiful campground.. had a wonderful experience.....

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Nanette H

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September 20, 2026 Stayed at: 12, Loop: A

The site was clean and the surrounding was peaceful even though the campground was full. It was a lovely setting. The bathrooms were dated but relatively clean.

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JoAnne D

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September 20, 2026 Stayed at: 58, Loop: A

Very clean campground, bathrooms and shower house very clean. We absolutely love it there!

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Andrew K

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September 20, 2026 Stayed at: 41, Loop: A

The hosts at the campground were so welcoming and helpful. Clean bathrooms, no garbage lingering around the campground.
Always a great time when we camp here.

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Janet S

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September 17, 2026 Stayed at: 17, Loop: A

The campground was very quiet and so clean , we pulled in at 8 pm . We were able to get in with the code . The facility were clean. The campsite was clean and beautiful on the lake. I will definitely be back when I come though again and stay longer.

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Lisa S

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September 15, 2026 Stayed at: 51, Loop: A

Love Bandits Roost
Bathroom showers need more places to lay your belongings
Will be back next year

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William C

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September 15, 2026 Stayed at: 32, Loop: A

Great to see some gate attendants! However, the entry gates remain inoperable (broken, missing - Army Corp of Engineers not repairing) leaving the campground, boat ramp and facilities freely open for anyone to come in when the attendants are off-duty. It was great to see sites being checked when campers checked out. Bathhouses and showers maintained very clean. Overall a great weekend!

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BeeBee T

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September 15, 2026 Stayed at: 33, Loop: A

Our experience at Bandit's Roost was great!! The only thing that was not great was the grass needed to be mowed around the campsites, but other than that; everything was wonderful!!

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Eric L

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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 06, Loop: A

This is the second time I’ve reserved multiple sites here and thunderstorms closed down the park with zero refund. I’m giving up on trying to camp here anymore.

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Location & Directions for Bandits Roost

667 Jess Walsh Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697-0182 United States

Elevation: 339 ft

Getting There

From Winston-Salem, North Carolina, take Highway 421 North (approximately 55 mi) to Exit 286B, turn left onto Highway 268 and continue for approximately 5 mi. Turn right onto Jess Walsh Road. Campground entrance is located at the end of the road....

Nearest town

Wilkesboro, NC - 6.9 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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