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
Ricky R
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 100, Loop: B
We share campers and rent it out but the Rudd gate lady and the young ranger stated the same camper couldn't be on the lot over 14 day. We have did this for the last 4 years and different camping sites in different states, not only at these places.
Phyllis T
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: A
Very spacious quiet private campsite. Be prepared to do a lot of steps.
Phyllis T
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: A
Very spacious quiet private campsite. Be prepared to do a lot of steps.
Ricky R
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 100, Loop: B
We share campers and rent it out but the Rudd gate lady and the young ranger stated the same camper couldn't be on the lot over 14 day. We have did this for the last 4 years and different camping sites in different states, not only at these places.
Soua C
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: B, Loop: B
As always, the group site was perfect, exactly what we needed.
Only complaint I have, I would like for the camp host or guard at the gate tell campers to stay out of the group site when gates are closed. We had our gate closed and people kept opening the gate driving thru or riding bikes thru
Soua C
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: B, Loop: B
As always, the group site was perfect, exactly what we needed.
Only complaint I have, I would like for the camp host or guard at the gate tell campers to stay out of the group site when gates are closed. We had our gate closed and people kept opening the gate driving thru or riding bikes thru
Soua C
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: B, Loop: B
As always, the group site was perfect, exactly what we needed.
Only complaint I have, I would like for the camp host or guard at the gate tell campers to stay out of the group site when gates are closed. We had our gate closed and people kept opening the gate driving thru or riding bikes thru
Angela H
VerifiedMay 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: B
Campground is wonderful! We always have a great time here. The boat ramp needs some work.
Delana S
VerifiedMay 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: A
Decent Campground with several waterside sites. Could greatly improve by adding sewer hookups and remodelling the bathroom and showers.
Angela H
VerifiedMay 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: B
Campground is wonderful! We always have a great time here. The boat ramp needs some work.
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
