Buzzard Roost Campground

Hoosier National Forest, Indiana

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As of October 2026, Buzzard Roost Campground is a campground in Indiana with 5 campsites. Buzzard Roost Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Buzzard Roost Campground is located at 38.1201° N, 86.4656° W.

Buzzard Roost Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 1 reservations
Maximum stay: 28 nights
Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for Buzzard Roost Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Buzzard Roost Campground

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, photography.

About Buzzard Roost Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Buzzard Roost Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Buzzard Roost Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground First Come First Served and free of charge.

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

Camping allowed at numbered sites only.

Vehicles and trailers must remain on the pavement and out of the roadway.

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Buzzard Roost Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Buzzard Roost Campground?

Buzzard Roost Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Buzzard Roost Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Buzzard Roost Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Buzzard Roost Campground have?

Buzzard Roost Campground has 5 campsites.

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