Buzzard Roost Campground
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.
A vault toilet and garbage can is available. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table.
Need to Know
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.
Natural Features
Sandstone rock outcrops, bluffs, hardwood forest, and a scenic overlook platform with views of the Ohio River and Kentucky.
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.
Contact Information
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: Tell City Ranger District Front Office: 812-547-7051
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Available Campsites
- Site 3, Loop Buzzard Roost, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop Buzzard Roost, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 5, Loop Buzzard Roost, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop Buzzard Roost, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop Buzzard Roost, Type Standard Nonelectric
