Public Land Camping

Gifford Campground

Gifford, WAManaged by NPS
 Gifford Campground

Things to Do

BoatingCampingCanoeingFishingHikingHistoric & cultural siteHuntingInterpretive programsPicnickingWater accessWater sportsWildlife viewing

RV & Site Information

Guests at Gifford Campground can enjoy essential amenities including Water (Seasonal), Flush Toilets (Seasonal), and Vault Toilets. The site is maintained by National Park Service, ensuring consistent upkeep and facilities management.

Popular activities at this location include Boating, Camping, Canoeing, and Fishing. The campground's proximity to Gifford offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Washington region.

Located in Gifford, Washington, Gifford Campground provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.

About this place

Overview 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. 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. Facilities 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. 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.

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 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.

Getting There

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.

Amenities

Water (Seasonal)
Flush Toilets (Seasonal)
Vault Toilets
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