Buzzard Roost Trail
Buzzard Roost Trail is an 0.8 mile hiking trail that begins on the bluff overlooking the Ohio River and descends to the river adjacent a creek. There are several sandstone rock outcrops, and the trail winds past bluffs, hardwood forests, waterfalls, and views of the Ohio River and Kentucky. The trail is marked with white diamonds.
General Information
Maps and Brochures
Year-round
None
none
Motorized vehicles, horses, and bicycles are not permitted on this trail.
Getting There
Directions
From I-64: Take the IN 237/66 exit for English/ Sulphur south toward Sulphur. At Sulphur, there is a 3-way intersection, to get to Buzzard Roost continue south on IN 66 through the community of Oriole. Turn off State Highway 66, 1.5 miles south of Oriole onto the first road east (Onido Road) and follow it bearing to the right at the intersection of Onido and Orchard Roads. Continue on Onido Road to the marked entrance of Buzzard Roost. Turn left at the entrance sign and the trail begins along the bluff. GPS Coordinates: Lat- 38o 7' 11.273"N, Long- 86o 27' 56.379"W
Additional Information
Operated By
USFS, Tell City Ranger District, 248 15th Street, Tell City, IN 47586; Phone: 812-547-7051
