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Buzzard Roost Overlook

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Directions
  • fuel station7.0 mi

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About

Over looking the Ohio River, Buzzard Roost is a prinitive campground with 5 single campsites with a paved spur and fire ring. Day use parking and a single vault toilet are available. Water is not available but limited garbage service is. A short but arduous trail and scenic overlook is also available.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • fuel station

    Fuel station

    7.0 mi
  • propane

    Messer

    17 mi
  • grocery

    Ednas Grocery

    18 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Forest road access near this stay: BUZZARD ROOST in Hoosier National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

  • IN
  • OPEN

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.