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Buzzard Roost Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Indiana · Hoosier National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Hoosier National Forest |
| Location | Indiana · Hoosier National Forest · 38.12010, -86.46558 · Map |
| Sites | 5 public sites counted from the federal listing — 5 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 5 sites Water hookups at 0 of 5 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 5 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 5 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Camping is free of charge. |
| Check-in / out | In 1:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 5 sites, as reported |
| Amenities, as reported | Vault toilets |
| Phone | Tell City Ranger District Front Office: 812-547-7051 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-04-15.
From the official listing
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.
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Trip Card — Buzzard Roost Campground
Indiana · Hoosier National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Indiana · Hoosier National Forest |
| Fees | Camping is free of charge. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 5 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10296917 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.