Bandits Roost

About

Bandits Roost Campground occupies a scenic position on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina's Yadkin River Valley. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the campground offers 102 sites divided between 17 tent-only sites and 85 standard sites equipped with water and 50-amp electric hookups. A group tent area with covered shelter is also available. The lakefront setting provides direct access to the 1,475-acre reservoir for boating, kayaking, and fishing for bass, catfish, and striped bass. Facilities include flush toilets, pit toilets, hot showers, drinking water, and an RV dump station. Each campsite has a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. The campground features a boat ramp, swim beach, playground, basketball court, and amphitheater. The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail has a trailhead within the campground, and additional multi-use trails for hiking and mountain biking are nearby at Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov. Quiet hours are 10pm to 6am, and generators must be off by 10pm. Maximum stay is 14 days within any 30-day period. Golden Age/Access pass holders receive a 50% discount when present at check-in.

Directions

From Winston-Salem, take Highway 421 North approximately 55 miles to Exit 286B. Turn left onto Highway 268 and continue approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto Jess Walsh Road and follow to the campground entrance at the end of the road.