About Bandits Roost
Number of accommodations: 103
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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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
George L
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: A
Campsite was very nice however, the bathrooms, in particular, the shower stalls, need to be updated. Latrine and wash area is rather cramped. Knee clearance while sitting on the stool is minimal and hiking up your trousers is difficult. The shower stalls were inadequate. While there was hot and cold running water, there were basic amenities any decently designed shower area would have. For instance, there was no seating either in or out of the shower stall itself that most older folk would need to sit and dress or towel off. There was only one hook for hanging clothes (both what you wear into the shower and what you would wear out, after toweling off.). NO HANDHOLDS for elderly folk who might need to balance themselves on a slippery floor. No shelf at hand level for placing shampoo and soap while in the shower. An extra "treat" would be to have a full length mirror outside the shower stall for brushing hair and adjusting clothing. In this modern day, there really is no excuse for not having adequate shower and bathroom facilities.
Angela T
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 97, Loop: B
We enjoyed our stay at Bandits Roost site 97B. The site had lots of space and was not too close to other sites. It was a very shaded lot with a lake view through the woods. The campground was very quiet. We will stay at Bandits Roost again.
Yvonne M
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 66, Loop: A
George L
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: A
Campsite was very nice however, the bathrooms, in particular, the shower stalls, need to be updated. Latrine and wash area is rather cramped. Knee clearance while sitting on the stool is minimal and hiking up your trousers is difficult. The shower stalls were inadequate. While there was hot and cold running water, there were basic amenities any decently designed shower area would have. For instance, there was no seating either in or out of the shower stall itself that most older folk would need to sit and dress or towel off. There was only one hook for hanging clothes (both what you wear into the shower and what you would wear out, after toweling off.). NO HANDHOLDS for elderly folk who might need to balance themselves on a slippery floor. No shelf at hand level for placing shampoo and soap while in the shower. An extra "treat" would be to have a full length mirror outside the shower stall for brushing hair and adjusting clothing. In this modern day, there really is no excuse for not having adequate shower and bathroom facilities.
Angela T
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 97, Loop: B
We enjoyed our stay at Bandits Roost site 97B. The site had lots of space and was not too close to other sites. It was a very shaded lot with a lake view through the woods. The campground was very quiet. We will stay at Bandits Roost again.
Yvonne M
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 66, Loop: A
George L
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: A
Campsite was very nice however, the bathrooms, in particular, the shower stalls, need to be updated. Latrine and wash area is rather cramped. Knee clearance while sitting on the stool is minimal and hiking up your trousers is difficult. The shower stalls were inadequate. While there was hot and cold running water, there were basic amenities any decently designed shower area would have. For instance, there was no seating either in or out of the shower stall itself that most older folk would need to sit and dress or towel off. There was only one hook for hanging clothes (both what you wear into the shower and what you would wear out, after toweling off.). NO HANDHOLDS for elderly folk who might need to balance themselves on a slippery floor. No shelf at hand level for placing shampoo and soap while in the shower. An extra "treat" would be to have a full length mirror outside the shower stall for brushing hair and adjusting clothing. In this modern day, there really is no excuse for not having adequate shower and bathroom facilities.
Angela T
VerifiedMay 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 97, Loop: B
We enjoyed our stay at Bandits Roost site 97B. The site had lots of space and was not too close to other sites. It was a very shaded lot with a lake view through the woods. The campground was very quiet. We will stay at Bandits Roost again.
Marshall G
VerifiedMay 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 58, Loop: A
This place is a hidden Jewel! Will come back!!
Marshall G
VerifiedMay 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 58, Loop: A
This place is a hidden Jewel! Will come back!!
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
