Alisa D
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 Stayed at: 58, Loop: A
Lovely little spot
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1975 reviews
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.
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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 58, Loop: A
Lovely little spot
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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
I love Bandits Roost and have been camping there for years. I wished there would be updates on the showers near the lake. The shower curtain seems to be the same one from 10 years ago. The drain in the shower stinks as usual. I will continue going but just wished something would be about it.
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September 13, 2026 Stayed at: 54, Loop: A
Awesome place..The hosts were great and extremely helpful. The camping spots were clean and very organized. Had a great time.
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September 10, 2026 Stayed at: 23-B, Loop: A
I love this place just wish they would keep it up better .
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September 9, 2026 Stayed at: 44, Loop: A
We had a wonderful time at Bandits Roost. The campground was clean and our site was beautiful. We had perfect camping weather and met new friends
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September 8, 2026 Stayed at: 23-A, Loop: A
The shade in Section B is great.
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September 7, 2026 Stayed at: 17, Loop: A
We absolutely loved the camp site at 17A!!! Perfect spot on the water with fishing access. We will most definitely be booking again!! Very clean, pet friendly, gorgeous views and shaded!!
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September 5, 2026 Stayed at: 31, Loop: A
I stayed Wednesday until Saturday and it was so nice and relaxing.
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September 2, 2026 Stayed at: 86, Loop: B
Was a nice site . Very quiet at night .
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August 31, 2026 Stayed at: 24, Loop: A
Our first time here and we will definitely be back. We had to wait for a car repair so actually jumped around to 3 sites. Sites 13, 24 and 42.
24 was our favorite as it was a fairly level pull through. Only con was the lack of shade.
Site 13 is fully shaded but took several blocks to level
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667 Jess Walsh Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697-0182 United States
Elevation: 339 ft
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....
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.
From Charlotte, North Carolina, take I-77 North (approximately 60 mi) before merging onto Highway 421 North towards Wilkesboro/Boone. Continue to Exit 286B (approximately 20 mi), 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.
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.
Last updated: October 22, 2026