Bandits Roost Campground

About this site

Overview Bandits Roost Campground is located on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities. Recreation The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Anglers will find channel catfish, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, spotted bass, striped bass, and hybrid striped bass. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead at the campground. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas. Facilities The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Anglers will find channel catfish, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, spotted bass, striped bass, and hybrid striped bass. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which has a trailhead at the campground. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas. Natural Features The gentle Yadkin River flows through its scenic namesake valley in the foothills of the eastern Blue Ridge Mountains. Forests of mixed hardwoods, including sycamore, poplar, oak and hickory, cover the region. Wildlife is abundant in the valley. White-tailed deer, black bear, eastern cottontails and more can be found among the hills. Birds in the area include wild turkey, woodpeckers, Carolina chickadees, red-eyed vireo, ovenbirds, mallards and wood ducks. contact_info This location has limited staffing. Please call (336) 921-3390 for general information. Additional Info: Bandits Roost Campground is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facility on W. Kerr Scott Reservoir with 102 campsites, including 17 tent-only sites and 85 standard sites with water and electric hookups. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station. A boat ramp, swim beach, playground, basketball court, and amphitheater are available. The campground operates seasonally, typically from April through October, and enforces a maximum stay of 14 days within any 30‑day period. Alcohol is prohibited, creating a family‑friendly atmosphere.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

148 feet

Contact

• 336-921-3190
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233421

Location

36.121950, -81.250719