U.S. Forest Service · Hoosier National Forest · IN
Buzzard Roost Campground
Photo · Jeff FischerNot publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
5Sites
The place
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. Keep reading
Natural Features Sandstone rock outcrops, bluffs, hardwood forest, and a scenic overlook platform with views of the Ohio River and Kentucky.
SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23
The sites · 5
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buzzard Roost | 1 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| Buzzard Roost | 2 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| Buzzard Roost | 3 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| Buzzard Roost | 4 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| Buzzard Roost | 5 | standard nonelectric | — | — |
SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23
Booking
183 daysBooking window before arrival
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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Fees
Camping is free of charge.
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Your representative
This campground sits in IN-08. This member’s public-lands record →
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