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
About Gifford Campground
Available sites
41 total sites
RV Sites
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (279)
What Guests Are Saying
Gifford Campground is praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and spacious sites with easy access to the lake, making it ideal for family trips and relaxation. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful views, especially sunsets, and well-maintained facilities, including bathrooms. While weekends can be crowded and some sites are close together, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Gifford Campground is praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and spacious sites with easy access to the lake, making it ideal for family trips and relaxation. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful views, especially sunsets, and well-maintained facilities, including bathrooms. While weekends can be crowded and some sites are close together, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.
Review Summary
Colleen L
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: 1
Kayaking here was fantastic and the first 2.5 days of our trip were blissful. Wed afternoon arrival, set up, evening kayak, then Thursday was amazing, but Friday afternoon, things went south. The two sites immediately next to us were taken over by 30+ people. Yes, 10 per site is the limit, but there were far more than that. Many tents, canopies, generators, an A/C unit attached to a tent, five bbqs, outdoor movie screen, garbage everywhere, loud music (metal, inappropriate language), non-stop elevated voices, swearing, smoking, smoking pot... All of which, you do you! I do not care about those things except when you have staked out your space and are a foot from my tent, picnic table, truck, etc. and there is zero personal space anymore. Plus, there was at least one dog per person in this encampment. It was pure hell. The camphost came by around 5 pm, told him I was concerned, and he said he'd keep an eye on things. He did not. He was across from us in earshot and very visibly could see the crazy unfolding. They were still up partying at 230 pm. We left at 7 am.
Until this trip? Gifford was our favorite place to camp. No more :( National Park Service said we should've woke the camphost up or called the sheriff. Um, ok, nope. I'm a fit 60 year old woman who was camping with her 27 year old son who's on the spectrum. That would not have been safe for us.
Colleen L
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: 1
Kayaking here was fantastic and the first 2.5 days of our trip were blissful. Wed afternoon arrival, set up, evening kayak, then Thursday was amazing, but Friday afternoon, things went south. The two sites immediately next to us were taken over by 30+ people. Yes, 10 per site is the limit, but there were far more than that. Many tents, canopies, generators, an A/C unit attached to a tent, five bbqs, outdoor movie screen, garbage everywhere, loud music (metal, inappropriate language), non-stop elevated voices, swearing, smoking, smoking pot... All of which, you do you! I do not care about those things except when you have staked out your space and are a foot from my tent, picnic table, truck, etc. and there is zero personal space anymore. Plus, there was at least one dog per person in this encampment. It was pure hell. The camphost came by around 5 pm, told him I was concerned, and he said he'd keep an eye on things. He did not. He was across from us in earshot and very visibly could see the crazy unfolding. They were still up partying at 230 pm. We left at 7 am.
Until this trip? Gifford was our favorite place to camp. No more :( National Park Service said we should've woke the camphost up or called the sheriff. Um, ok, nope. I'm a fit 60 year old woman who was camping with her 27 year old son who's on the spectrum. That would not have been safe for us.
Ricky C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: 2
Great to camp. Lots of room great boat launch.
Ricky C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: 2
Great to camp. Lots of room great boat launch.
Cheri L
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: 2
Our site was # 16 , loop 2. We liked it very much however our solar panels did not receive enough sun to fully charged even though we had sunny days. We had to also use our generator.
Our site was also right near the beach which is great in one respect but awful in another. Everyone thought they could cut across our site to access the water. The number of steps they could have walked to avoid us was minimal.
Cheri L
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: 2
Our site was # 16 , loop 2. We liked it very much however our solar panels did not receive enough sun to fully charged even though we had sunny days. We had to also use our generator.
Our site was also right near the beach which is great in one respect but awful in another. Everyone thought they could cut across our site to access the water. The number of steps they could have walked to avoid us was minimal.
Ashley W
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: 1
I have stayed at Gifford Campground 3 summers in a row. I love that there is a lot of spaces that have flat ground for tents and that you can walk into the water. They are good about refilling toilet paper quickly In the vault houses. The camp hosts is amazing. He drives around what seems like every hour and checks on things, which makes me feel safe. They also gave me some cornstarch once for my pup. 10/10 recommend!
Ashley W
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: 1
I have stayed at Gifford Campground 3 summers in a row. I love that there is a lot of spaces that have flat ground for tents and that you can walk into the water. They are good about refilling toilet paper quickly In the vault houses. The camp hosts is amazing. He drives around what seems like every hour and checks on things, which makes me feel safe. They also gave me some cornstarch once for my pup. 10/10 recommend!
Kathy m
VerifiedJune 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: 2
Great sites on the water which was higher than usual. Great place to camp.
Kathy m
VerifiedJune 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: 2
Great sites on the water which was higher than usual. Great place to camp.
Location & Directions for Gifford Campground
Gifford Campground, Lake Roosevelt Nra, Gifford, WA 99131 United States
Elevation: 398 ft
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Bring your reservation confirmation and display it at your site.
- For more information about park regulations, visit the provided website or call the number.
Utilities
- No hookups available; Dump/Fill Station fee of $10 for campers with a reservation, $5 for Senior/Access pass.
- Flush toilets and water faucets available from May 1 to September 30, weather permitting.
- Water supply may be affected by lake levels.
Pets
- Pets are allowed but must be restrained.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are not permitted.
- Only designated parking areas are allowed; no off-road parking.
Local regulations
- Metal detecting and artifact collection are prohibited.
Fires & fuel
- Fires allowed in fire rings year-round unless fire danger is critical.
- Do not move firewood; obtain it near your destination.
Safety & rules
- Generators are not allowed during quiet hours.
Fees & deposits
- Purchase Weekly Boat Launch Permits online before your trip; Annual permits are in-person only.
Site capacity
- This campground is reservation-only; no first-come, first-served sites.
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
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