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
George H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Pretty location. I was a bit in and out but loved my stay.
George H
VerifiedOctober 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Pretty location. I was a bit in and out but loved my stay.
David T
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: A
This was a last minute trip. The site was nice, but little area next to the camper. The space to site under our awning was right against the camper, and no room for people to walk past. There were about 13 steps down to a nice area with picnic table, and fire pit. That area was nicely shaded. Easy walk to shower house. The day the dumpsters are dumped be prepared to be work up early by the noise. Not our favorite spot, but it wasn’t awful. If you have children it is close to the swim area which is nice.
Jill P
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: A
It is just a wonderful, beautiful place by the water. It’s kept so neat and clean and it’s so quiet! .I’m handicapped and use a wheelchair. The handicap, shower and bathroom is the best I’ve ever had. The only thing I could say is that I wish they would put a curtain up in the shower area even though you’re in the area by yourself and the door locks it just feels I don’t know kind of weird just in case somebody were to come in the door you’re right there taking a shower and it would just make me feel better if there was a curtain to pull across or something. That is a very minor thing but other than that we have nothing but wonderful things to say and the couple that work there that we got to interact with were just the sweetest, kindest people!! We just love it and we intend to go back many more times!!
David T
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: A
This was a last minute trip. The site was nice, but little area next to the camper. The space to site under our awning was right against the camper, and no room for people to walk past. There were about 13 steps down to a nice area with picnic table, and fire pit. That area was nicely shaded. Easy walk to shower house. The day the dumpsters are dumped be prepared to be work up early by the noise. Not our favorite spot, but it wasn’t awful. If you have children it is close to the swim area which is nice.
Jill P
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: A
It is just a wonderful, beautiful place by the water. It’s kept so neat and clean and it’s so quiet! .I’m handicapped and use a wheelchair. The handicap, shower and bathroom is the best I’ve ever had. The only thing I could say is that I wish they would put a curtain up in the shower area even though you’re in the area by yourself and the door locks it just feels I don’t know kind of weird just in case somebody were to come in the door you’re right there taking a shower and it would just make me feel better if there was a curtain to pull across or something. That is a very minor thing but other than that we have nothing but wonderful things to say and the couple that work there that we got to interact with were just the sweetest, kindest people!! We just love it and we intend to go back many more times!!
David T
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: A
This was a last minute trip. The site was nice, but little area next to the camper. The space to site under our awning was right against the camper, and no room for people to walk past. There were about 13 steps down to a nice area with picnic table, and fire pit. That area was nicely shaded. Easy walk to shower house. The day the dumpsters are dumped be prepared to be work up early by the noise. Not our favorite spot, but it wasn’t awful. If you have children it is close to the swim area which is nice.
Jill P
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: A
It is just a wonderful, beautiful place by the water. It’s kept so neat and clean and it’s so quiet! .I’m handicapped and use a wheelchair. The handicap, shower and bathroom is the best I’ve ever had. The only thing I could say is that I wish they would put a curtain up in the shower area even though you’re in the area by yourself and the door locks it just feels I don’t know kind of weird just in case somebody were to come in the door you’re right there taking a shower and it would just make me feel better if there was a curtain to pull across or something. That is a very minor thing but other than that we have nothing but wonderful things to say and the couple that work there that we got to interact with were just the sweetest, kindest people!! We just love it and we intend to go back many more times!!
Shannon C
VerifiedOctober 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 69, Loop: A
Great campground! Mostly quiet at night. Lots of boat traffic which is ex0ected with the lake. Definitely will come back! A must bear by is Dixie Donuts...you won't regret it!
Shannon C
VerifiedOctober 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 69, Loop: A
Great campground! Mostly quiet at night. Lots of boat traffic which is ex0ected with the lake. Definitely will come back! A must bear by is Dixie Donuts...you won't regret it!
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
