Buzzard Roost Campground
Campground · 5 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hoosier National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 5
- Bookable sites
- up to 8
- People per site
- 621 ft
- Elevation
Overview
A scenic location for hiking and camping. Parking areas are available at the first trailhead access and at the picnic/camping spur. Tables, grills, garbage can, info board and a vault toilet are available at the camping area. A scenic overlook and benches are located on the bluffs overlooking the Ohio River. Water is not available on site.
Recreation
This site offers rustic camping, scenic views and wildlife viewing. An ardous 0.5 mile trail from the bluff to the banks of the Ohio River is available.
Facilities
A vault toilet and garbage can is available. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table.
Natural Features
Sandstone rock outcrops, bluffs, hardwood forest, and a scenic overlook platform with views of the Ohio River and Kentucky.
The facts
- 5 bookable sites
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Buzzard Roost
Site types
- 5 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
5 campsites at Buzzard Roost Campground
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buzzard Roost | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Buzzard Roost | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Buzzard Roost | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Buzzard Roost | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Buzzard Roost | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
38.12010, -86.46558 · 38°7'12.4"N 86°27'56.1"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.7 | 3.4 | 4.8 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 3.0 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 4.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Camping is free of charge.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
Member photos
Common questions about Buzzard Roost Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Buzzard Roost Campground?
- Yes, Buzzard Roost Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Buzzard Roost Campground have?
- 5 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Buzzard Roost Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Buzzard Roost Campground.
- Does Buzzard Roost Campground have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Buzzard Roost Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Buzzard Roost Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone Tell City Ranger District Front Office: 812-547-7051
- Email SM.FS.R9HOFwebsite@usda.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-04-15.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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