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
Ronnie C
VerifiedMay 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: A
Excellent campground.
Beautiful Lake
Friendly Staff
Chris R
VerifiedMay 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: A
Great park, large and clean, no bugs , we had a great stay
kenny f
VerifiedMay 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: A
Restrooms are older and in need of updating. Campground was clean. Host is super nice.
kenny f
VerifiedMay 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: A
Restrooms are older and in need of updating. Campground was clean. Host is super nice.
kenny f
VerifiedMay 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: A
Restrooms are older and in need of updating. Campground was clean. Host is super nice.
Lolita N
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
Wonderful camping trip for the first time at Bandit Roost. Very large campsite, close with bathhouse and the beach, lots mature tree and shade. Will be back.. oh beautiful lake view and quiet to relaxing..
Lolita N
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
Wonderful camping trip for the first time at Bandit Roost. Very large campsite, close with bathhouse and the beach, lots mature tree and shade. Will be back.. oh beautiful lake view and quiet to relaxing..
Lolita N
VerifiedMay 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: A
Wonderful camping trip for the first time at Bandit Roost. Very large campsite, close with bathhouse and the beach, lots mature tree and shade. Will be back.. oh beautiful lake view and quiet to relaxing..
Jenny F
VerifiedMay 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 77, Loop: B
Friendly Quiet campground overall. Swim at the lake and watch the sunset and enjoy the forest setting around you. The trail is a mess and no real place to hike if that is your thing. Bring your boat and enjoy the lake.
John C
VerifiedMay 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: A
I was in spot 32. It was right next to the water but a very muddy path down to the water. We didn't even try. The spot itself was nice but not level enough to get the auto level to quite work. The loop is pretty tight, really too small for bigger class A rigs. Mine is a 26 foot and I had no problem. We enjoyed the stay.
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
