Gifford Group Site
Campground · Washington · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Colville Reservation (D8)
- 1
- Bookable site
- 30 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 2,776 ft
- Elevation
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.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 30 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: Gifford Group Site
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.
1 campsite at Gifford Group Site
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Gifford Group Site | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 30 ft | 50 | 🐾 |
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.
48.28638, -118.31190 · 48°17'11.0"N 118°18'42.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.1 | 2.0 | 2.7 | 1.7 | 1.6 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 1.9 | 2.5 | 3.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
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/1575878640 Weekly 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.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Gifford Group Site
- Can you reserve a site at Gifford Group Site?
- Yes, Gifford Group Site is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Gifford Group Site have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Gifford Group Site?
- 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Gifford Group Site?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Gifford Group Site.
- Does Gifford Group Site have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Gifford Group Site?
- Campfires are allowed at Gifford Group Site. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 509-754-7889
- Email Mary_Jay@nps.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-10.
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