Established Camping
Gifford Group Site
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There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Fee Changes Beginning in 2025 at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area https://www.nps.gov/laro/learn/news/fee-changes-beginning-in-2025.htm
2025 Total Fire Restrictions in Effect at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area Coulee Dam, WA Due to extreme conditions, all fires at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area are prohibited effective 12:01 am, Thursday, July 03, 2025, until further notice. No open flames are permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, all fires in NPS provided fire rings and boxes, shoreline fires, charcoal fires, tiki torches, incense burners, candles, pellet smokers, and propane campfires. Only self-contained propane or gas stoves and lanterns are allowed during the full fire ban. For the most current information regarding the fire ban in the Recreation Area, please check 2025 total fire restrictions implemented - Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)
There is a Dump/Fill Station one-time fee of $10 for campers with a reservation or $5 with Senior/Access pass. This is intended for visitors recreating in established campgrounds within the boundaries of Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area and not for residential use. Pay onlineprior to use at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640
Gifford Group Site is located in the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, featuring forested terrain and proximity to Lake Roosevelt. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 25°F in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Lake Roosevelt for water activities and visit the Colville National Forest for hiking and nature observation.
Description
Overview
Gifford Group Site is along the shoreline of Lake Roosevelt, adjacent to the main Gifford Campground. It offers spectacular views of the lake from every vantage point. The facility is composed of one group site that can accommodate a group of up to 50 people at a time. Lake Roosevelt is a 130-mile lake on the Columbia River created by the Grand Coulee Dam. Named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt, it is part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service.
Recreation
This site is popular for hunting groups seeking out the many deer and turkey in the area (hunting is allowed in certain areas of the park). There is no designated swimming area, but shallow water and a beachfront, make for ideal swimming conditions. The boat launch provides year-round access to the lake. Boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing are activities that can easily take place from the campground. Campers might also enjoy relaxing and taking in the beautiful view or attending educational ranger programs.
Facilities
Gifford Group Site can be reserved March through November. Great for families, hunters and other large gatherings, there are picnic tables, drinking water, boat launch and fire pits within the facility. Other than a small convenience store in the town of Daisy, there is not a lot of shopping nearby, so campers are advised to bring their own goods.
Natural Features
Gifford sits in a thick Ponderosa pine forest that provide plenty of shade. The lake area is abundant with wildlife, including moose, elk, deer and bald eagles. Dozens of species of fish inhabit the lake such as walleye, bass, rainbow trout, salmon and sturgeon; however, fishing for sturgeon is now allowed During a limited season . Much of the water in the lake originates from glaciers and snowmelt in the cold, steep Canadian Rockies, even though temperatures are pleasant for swimming during summer months.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (509) 754-7889.
Nearby Attractions
The Gifford Ferry is a free ferry offered by the Colville Confederated Tribes that can take passengers across the river. It runs daily and departs every 15 minutes.
Charges & Cancellations
Changes and cancellations must be made through recreation.gov.
Fee Info
GIFFORD GROUP SITE 1-25 people: $65/night 26-50 People: $90/night__Dump/Fill Station one time fee of $10 for campers with a __reservation or $5 with Senior/Access pass. This is intended for visitors recreating at Lake Roosevelt NRA and not for residential use. Pay online__ prior to use at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640Weekly Boat Launch Fee $10/seven consecutive days. Paid online at https://www.pay.gov/public/form/entry/101/656441199/\_\_Annual Boat Launch Fee $60/year available by vendor only.
Location
Gifford Group Site is located in Washington
Directions
Physical address: 3579 SR 25 Gifford, WA 99131 Take State Highway 395 north from Spokane. Travel 83 miles to the town of Kettle Falls, then take State Highway 25 south and travel 23 miles. Follow signs for the campground. Turn right (west) into the campground.If coming from the east, travel on State Highway 2 west of Spokane for 32 miles to the town of Davenport. Turn north on State Highway 25 and travel 56 miles. Follow signs for the campground. Turn left (west) into the campground.
Address
Gifford Campground, Lake Roosevelt NRA
3579 SR 25
Gifford, WA 99131
Coordinates
48.2863833 N
118.3119028 W
Detours Nearby
North Lake Roosevelt Resort
41 min away
Marcus Island Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
46 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 14 min from Spokane
- 2 hrs 35 min from Coeur d'Alene
- 2 hrs 59 min from Wenatchee
- 3 hrs 58 min from Lewiston
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
