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
James O
VerifiedApril 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: A
I like this place but the recent change of the gate house being closed for days at a time is not a good thing. I hope it's only temporary. There needs to be someone who attempts to enforce the campground rules there as the park rangers who sometimes drive through don't do anything.
Roger L
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: A
Great place to camp
Roger L
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: A
Great place to camp
Roger L
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: A
Great place to camp
ROBERT K
VerifiedApril 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 98, Loop: B
I've been going to Bandits Roost for many years and I must say this time the park looked the worst it has ever been. When we arrived at our site it hadn't been cleaned up, still ashes and trash in the fire pit. The dumpsters were completely full on Friday so as you can imagine by Sunday there was so much trash that you could barely see a dumpster was even there. I never did see anyone at the guard house and I dont know where the usual camp hosts were but they have always done a good job of taking care of the park and managing anything that needs done.
ROBERT K
VerifiedApril 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 98, Loop: B
I've been going to Bandits Roost for many years and I must say this time the park looked the worst it has ever been. When we arrived at our site it hadn't been cleaned up, still ashes and trash in the fire pit. The dumpsters were completely full on Friday so as you can imagine by Sunday there was so much trash that you could barely see a dumpster was even there. I never did see anyone at the guard house and I dont know where the usual camp hosts were but they have always done a good job of taking care of the park and managing anything that needs done.
ROBERT K
VerifiedApril 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 98, Loop: B
I've been going to Bandits Roost for many years and I must say this time the park looked the worst it has ever been. When we arrived at our site it hadn't been cleaned up, still ashes and trash in the fire pit. The dumpsters were completely full on Friday so as you can imagine by Sunday there was so much trash that you could barely see a dumpster was even there. I never did see anyone at the guard house and I dont know where the usual camp hosts were but they have always done a good job of taking care of the park and managing anything that needs done.
Charles H
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: A
Friendly and helpful gate staff. Beautiful view of the lake. Only 3 stars due to our site was so close to our neighbor there was no privacy. It appears not all sites are like that, but it was our first time there and you can’t always judge sites by the map.
Charles H
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: A
Friendly and helpful gate staff. Beautiful view of the lake. Only 3 stars due to our site was so close to our neighbor there was no privacy. It appears not all sites are like that, but it was our first time there and you can’t always judge sites by the map.
Charles H
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: A
Friendly and helpful gate staff. Beautiful view of the lake. Only 3 stars due to our site was so close to our neighbor there was no privacy. It appears not all sites are like that, but it was our first time there and you can’t always judge sites by the map.
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
