Warning
GeneralLimited trash services. Pack it in, pack it out.
Warning
GeneralThere 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 online prior to use at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640
Warning
GeneralWater has been turned off for the season. There are CXT toilets available for your use. Please plan accordingly.
About Gifford Campground
Number of accommodations: 41
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Lake Access -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (127)
What Guests Are Saying
Gifford Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting with spacious sites and easy access to the water, making it a favorite for many campers. Visitors appreciate the clean restrooms, friendly hosts, and the campground's quiet atmosphere, especially during off-peak seasons. However, some reviews mention concerns about the closeness of campsites, noise from neighboring campers, and rising fees for services like water and dump stations. Overall, it remains a highly recommended spot for relaxation and outdoor activities like kayaking.
What Guests Are Saying
Gifford Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting with spacious sites and easy access to the water, making it a favorite for many campers. Visitors appreciate the clean restrooms, friendly hosts, and the campground's quiet atmosphere, especially during off-peak seasons. However, some reviews mention concerns about the closeness of campsites, noise from neighboring campers, and rising fees for services like water and dump stations. Overall, it remains a highly recommended spot for relaxation and outdoor activities like kayaking.
Review Summary
Maria K
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: 2
Campsites are really close to each other !
Elizabeth B
VerifiedDecember 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: 1
We enjoyed our stay
Seth D
VerifiedNovember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: 2
Little expensive for the winter time but nice place enjoyed our stay
Brandon S
VerifiedNovember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: 1
My son and I were passing through this area and reserved a spot instead of finding a Forest Service road or off-grid camping.
Very quiet, which is somewhat expected for November camping.
Super clean restrooms conveniently located.
We stayed in a pull-through site which was helpful when arriving in the evening.
Added bonus: We were able to see the Northern Lights!
Gary S
VerifiedNovember 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: 2
Gifford is our favorite campground. The sites are spacious and clean. Water access is very easy and can be done without disturbing your neighbors. When we go camping there it’s mostly for relaxing I go kayaking everyday. I don’t go far by myself but there are great places to stop and see wildlife. When you get luck you get to see Eagles. Every time we’ve been there is a quiet campground even during the day which is why we camp here every chance we get.
Del W
VerifiedNovember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: 1
Been going to Gifford for 30 years. It is a great campground. Clean, well Maintained, and an overall fun place to camp. Prices are getting a little high, and the addition of the water/dump additional fee is outrageous. I already paid the site spot, I shouldn’t have to pay more to dump. I can go to full hook ups for not much more. This may be what pushes us away from camping at the federal campgrounds, or at a minimum will limit how much we use them.
Susan S
VerifiedOctober 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: 2
Great campground. Friendly host, big sites, easy access to the water. I loved it! good bathrooms, only an outdoor shower but it too was adequate. I loved everything about it!
Kelly Z
VerifiedOctober 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: 1
Nice campground right on the lake. Be advised, the beach is pretty rocky and gets quite a bit of milfoil later in the season. It can also be brutally hot, as it is in eastern Washington in the summer.
Jennifer E
VerifiedOctober 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: 2
thomas b
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: 1
Wonderful camping experience ! Large spots, view of the lake, level waterfront. !!! Awesome
Location Gifford Campground
Address:
Gifford Campground, Lake Roosevelt Nra
Gifford, WA, 99131
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 48.2882 / -118.144
Elevation: 398 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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| General |
There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at this site. Dump/Fill Station onetime 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 online prior to use at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640 |
| General |
Flush toilets are available and water faucets turned on May 1st to September 30, weather permitting. |
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Lake level may effect the water supply. |
| General |
Pets are allowed and must be restrained at all times. |
| General |
No off-road vehicles allowed. |
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No off-road parking; park in designated areas only. |
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No metal detecting or collecting of artifacts allowed. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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No generator usuage during our Quiet Hours of 10 PM - 6 AM. |
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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. |
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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. |
| General |
For additional park information including other camping regulations, visit https://www.nps.gov/laro/index.htm or call 509-754-7889. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralLimited trash services. Pack it in, pack it out.
Warning
GeneralThere 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 online prior to use at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640
Warning
GeneralWater has been turned off for the season. There are CXT toilets available for your use. Please plan accordingly.
