Buzzard Roost Campground

Hoosier National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: Magnet, IN, IN

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/buzzard-roost-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Buzzard Roost offers rustic camping with scenic overlooks of the Ohio River and access to hiking trails. The location provides wildlife viewing opportunities and a 0.5 mile trail down to the river banks.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Bluebird, Eastern Kingbird, Eastern Towhee, Brown Creeper, Eastern Garter Snake, Toothy Skinks, and Common Box Turtle documented in the area

Insider tips for Buzzard Roost Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Bring your own water - none available on site Only 5 total sites available, so plan accordingly

Skip Buzzard Roost Campground if: You need RV hookups - none available at most sites. You require water hookups or on-site water access. You plan to camp outside May through October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Buzzard Roost Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Indian Celina Lake (Bangor, IN), Tipsaw Lake (Bangor, IN), Saddle Lake Campground (Gatchel, IN), German Ridge Campground (Cannelton, IN).