I've seen people pick trees which are close enough together on their property and stack wood between them. The wood won't last as long, but it looks cool and there's no upfront cost. 

If you want additional protection for the wood I suppose you could lay cinderblocks on the ground and tarp the stack.  

 Thanks, I will probably stack them on bricks. No trees near my house though which I’m thankful for! South Carolina is in absolute shambles right now, trees on the ground EVERYWHERE 

 That's what I'm hearing. I hope you and your family are safe 🙏 

 We’re all okay, thank you 

 hardwood will last years on the ground, especially if drained well. 

 only covered soft wood for burning 

 burning/fires later