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
Terry H
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 92, Loop: B
We had a great experience at Bandit Roost. The site was clean, and the host, Jill, was very helpful. Not to mention the lake. Camping there is lots of fun.
Katie M
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: A
We had a wonderful, fun-filled, family weekend. The campground has a lot to offer and was very well maintained. We can’t wait to go back!
Judy L
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 82, Loop: B
Best campground in area. Bob and Peg Bundy are the best. They are so friendly and helpful. Bob amazes me how he keeps each spot cleaned up for next arrival. He even pressure cleans the picnic tables and cleans out the fire pits. Bath houses are kept clean and we feel very safe at Bandits Roost. Campers are mostly open for conversations. Access to campground is very easy and managable.
Angela H
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 91, Loop: B
The campground is wonderful! The boat ramp needs some work.
Angela H
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 91, Loop: B
The campground is wonderful! The boat ramp needs some work.
Angela H
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 91, Loop: B
The campground is wonderful! The boat ramp needs some work.
Suzanne S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: A
We always enjoy our time at Bandits. This trip we were disappointed to see the gate not working and leaving open access for anyone to access the park. The attendant station is of very little help if you need anything outside of the short time they man the gate. The ice ran out so we had to go out of the park and to the gas station to get ice for going out on the boat. Also the marina was only open a couple days so had to pull the boats out when needing gas. This was 4th of July week so little suprised.
Suzanne S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: A
We always enjoy our time at Bandits. This trip we were disappointed to see the gate not working and leaving open access for anyone to access the park. The attendant station is of very little help if you need anything outside of the short time they man the gate. The ice ran out so we had to go out of the park and to the gas station to get ice for going out on the boat. Also the marina was only open a couple days so had to pull the boats out when needing gas. This was 4th of July week so little suprised.
Suzanne S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: A
We always enjoy our time at Bandits. This trip we were disappointed to see the gate not working and leaving open access for anyone to access the park. The attendant station is of very little help if you need anything outside of the short time they man the gate. The ice ran out so we had to go out of the park and to the gas station to get ice for going out on the boat. Also the marina was only open a couple days so had to pull the boats out when needing gas. This was 4th of July week so little suprised.
Todd J
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 60, Loop: A
Options! Tent, rv lake front, rv wooded sites
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
