Gifford Campground
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Gifford Campground sits along the northern shoreline of Lake Roosevelt. The facility is popular among hunters and fishermen, but is also comfortable for families. There is a clear view of the lake from most sites in the campground. A boat launch and beach are located within the facility.
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.
Great for families, hunters and other large gatherings, there are picnic tables, drinking water, a boat launch and fire pits within the facility. There is very limited shopping nearby, so campers are advised to bring their own goods.
Notifications and Alerts
Campground closed for the winter. During winter operations at Lake Roosevelt's campgrounds camping will only be available at Spring Canyon, Fort Spokane and Kettle Falls campgrounds.
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Water has been turned off for the season. There are CXT toilets available for your use. Please plan accordingly.
Fee Changes Beginning in 2025 at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
https://www.nps.gov/laro/learn/news/fee-changes-beginning-in-2025.htm
Need to Know
There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at this site. Dump Station one time fee of $10 per reservation paid at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640
Flush toilets are available and water faucets turned on May 1st to September 30, weather permitting.
Lake level may effect the water supply.
Pets are allowed and must be restrained at all times.
No off-road vehicles allowed.
No off-road parking; park in designated areas only.
No metal detecting or collecting of artifacts allowed.
Fires are permitted in the fire rings year-round, EXCEPT when the fire danger rating reaches a critical level as indicated by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources for the area that includes Lake Roosevelt NRA.
Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
Bring confirmation with you. Transfer the confirmation information onto the green slips located at the Fee Board as you enter the campground. Hang filled out tag at your site.
No generator usuage during our Quiet Hours of 10 PM - 6 AM.
Weekly Boat Launch Permits must be purchased on line at https://www.pay.gov/public/form/start/656441199 . Please purchase prior to your trip. Annual Boat Launch Permits are available in person by vendor only.
Reservation only campground. No first come first served sites available. Reservation only. For reservations book here, or call 877-444-6777. There is no cell service so make sure to make your reservations in advance.
For additional park information including other camping regulations, visit https://www.nps.gov/laro/index.htm or call 509-754-7889.
Natural Features
The site is situated in a thick Ponderosa pine forest that provides plenty of shade. The lake area is abundant with wildlife, including moose, elk, deer osprey and bald eagles. Dozens of species of fish inhabit the lake.
Much of the water in the lake originates from glaciers and snowmelt from the cold, high Canadian Rockies. Although, lake temperatures are pleasant to swim in during summer.
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.
Recreation
This campground is popular for hunters (hunting is allowed in certain areas of the park) and fishermen. The lake is abundant with walleye, bass, rainbow trout and salmon. Sturgeon also live in the lake; fishing for sturgeon is now allowed For a limited season. The boat launch is open year-round.
Families and visitors can attend educational programs, enjoy a leisurely walk to the lake or relax by the beach.
Changes & Cancellations
All changes and cancellations need to be made through recreation.gov
Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window
Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area ATTN: Fee Program Manager 44150 District Office Lane N. Davenport WA 99122
Physical
Gifford Campground, Lake Roosevelt NRA 3579 SR 25 Gifford WA 99131
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 509-754-7889
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving 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.
Available Campsites
- Site 37, Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 35, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 31, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 25, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 28, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 32, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 36, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 41, Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 34, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 40, Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 29, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 38, Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 26, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 42, Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 27, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 30, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 39, Loop 3, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 33, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
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