Things to do in Jackson Hole
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Yellowstone & Grand Teton: Old Faithful, Wildlife Day TripYou’ll travel from Jackson Hole through Grand Teton’s quiet bends into Yellowstone’s wild heart—watching Old Faithful erupt, walking steamy boardwalks, spotting bison in Hayden Valley, and sharing a picnic lunch outdoors. It’s less about checking sights off a list and more about those small moments—a geyser’s heat on your face or catching someone else’s awe—that linger long after.
Grand Teton Wildlife Safari: Bears, Wolves & MooseA small-group wildlife safari in Grand Teton National Park departing from Jackson Hole at sunrise or sunset, when bears, wolves, moose and elk are most active. The naturalist guide teaches park ecology and geology while the group watches for seasonal wildlife; stops include Mormon Row Historic District (March–November). Groups stay under 12 people, and the vehicle is open-air in summer or enclosed and heated in winter.Is it for me?Catch wildlife during their most active feeding hours at dawn or dusk, with a naturalist guide who explains the ecology and geology while you photograph the park's most dramatic light.
Grand Teton Half-Day Wildlife & Park Highlights TourA four-hour guided tour of Grand Teton National Park departing from Jackson with hotel pickup, visiting Willow Flats Overlook, Signal Mountain Summit Road, Jenny Lake Trail, Mormon Row Historic District and the National Elk Refuge. The guide carries binoculars and a spotting scope, and the tour is timed to catch moose, elk, bison, pronghorn, grizzly and black bears, and eagles. Morning and afternoon departures run daily; private tours are also available.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want the best light for photography and the highest chance of active wildlife; the afternoon tour suits a later start or a second activity earlier in the day. A private tour works if your group wants the guide's full attention or if you're traveling with children under 4.
Sunset Grand Teton Wildlife Tour: 4-Hour Safari with Expert Guide in JacksonA 4-hour sunset wildlife tour through Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole departing from Jackson, where you ride in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle with roof hatches and panoramic windows, use professional spotting scopes and binoculars, and travel with a naturalist guide trained in ecology, animal behavior and geology. The guide interprets flora, fauna and cultural history as you search for wildlife in the park's hotspots. Grand Teton National Park entrance fee is $20 per person (valid 7 days); bring an existing pass if you have one.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and delivers the commentary in depth—if you want to understand the ecology and behavior of what you're watching rather than just spot animals, this tour builds that knowledge into the afternoon. The 4-hour window and the late-day timing catch wildlife when it's most active, so the pace is set by what appears, not by a fixed itinerary.
Jackson Hole: Snake River Float Trip & Teton Views WildlifeYou’ll float down 13 miles of the Snake River with views of the Tetons right there beside you. Spotting moose or bald eagles feels almost unreal at times, and your local guide brings stories that stick with you after. It’s calm, gentle — just drifting and watching Wyoming unfold around every bend.
Jackson Hole: Horseback Riding Trails & Grand Teton ViewsYou’ll saddle up in Jackson Hole for a horseback ride through aspen groves and wildflower fields with Grand Teton views always peeking through the trees. Guided by local wranglers, you’ll follow forest trails at an unhurried pace—maybe spotting mule deer or elk—and feel what it’s like to slow down Wyoming-style for a while.
Snake River rafting in Jackson Hole: Wildlife and TetonsA scenic float trip on Wyoming's Snake River near Jackson Hole where you drift in an inflatable raft past wildlife nesting areas and mountain views for three hours. The guide handles navigation; you watch for bald eagles, osprey, moose, deer and river otters while the current carries you downstream. Ponchos, blankets, life jackets and an expert guide are included; the trip runs in all weather and welcomes children from age 4.Is it for me?The three-hour window leaves your morning or afternoon free for other Jackson Hole activities—it's long enough to see wildlife and the Tetons without eating your whole day, and calm enough that families with young children and anyone avoiding strenuous paddling can relax the entire float.
Grand Teton Wildlife Tour at Sunrise: Moose, Elk & BearsA 4-hour sunrise wildlife tour of Grand Teton National Park from Jackson, led by a naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 vehicle with roof hatches and professional spotting scopes. You ride the back roads of Jackson Hole to find moose, elk, bison, pronghorn antelope, mule deer, bighorn sheep, wolves, black bears, grizzly bears, bald eagles and trumpeter swans in their seasonal habitats. Breakfast, coffee, snacks, binoculars and bottled water are included; park entrance fee is optional and valid for seven days.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and delivers the commentary at a pace that works for adults and children ages 9 and up. Families with younger children should book a private tour instead, which gives you the flexibility to move at your own rhythm and take breaks as needed.
Jackson Hole: Whitewater Rafting Family Standard RaftYou’ll jump straight into Jackson Hole’s wild side—rafting big waves at Lunch Counter and Kahuna with a local guide who keeps things fun (and safe). Expect cold splashes, real laughter from everyone in your raft (even grandma), and a few quiet moments drifting past pine-covered cliffs before you dry off on shore.
Yellowstone: Lower Loop Day Trip Old Faithful & WildlifeYou’ll ride through Yellowstone’s wild Lower Loop with an expert local guide—watching geysers erupt at Old Faithful, spotting bison in Hayden Valley, walking steamy boardwalks near Grand Prismatic Spring, and pausing for lunch by Lake Yellowstone before ending at thunderous waterfalls. Every sense gets a workout out here.
Snake River Scenic Float: High-back seats, Grand Teton viewsA scenic float down the Snake River below Grand Teton National Park with a live English-speaking guide, binoculars, life jackets and rain gear included. You drift past elk, moose, beavers, eagles and osprey while the mountains stay in view the whole way. The raft seats are high-backed, which sets this company apart from others running the same stretch. Children from age 4 are welcome; the float suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this float if you want to watch for wildlife and mountains without gripping the raft the whole time—the high-back seats are what make three hours on the water feel like sitting, not bracing.
Jackson Hole: Snake River Whitewater Rafting Small BoatYou’ll paddle through wild Snake River rapids in a small group raft with a local guide leading the charge—expect laughter, cold splashes, and canyon views that sneak up on you between waves. This whitewater adventure includes all your gear plus pickup right from downtown Jackson. The memory of that river spray will stick with you.
Yellowstone Lower Loop Tours from Jackson Hole: 12-13 Hours with GuideYou get picked up from your Jackson hotel, driven through Grand Teton, and spend the day on the Yellowstone Lower Loop with a local guide who handles timing and knows where wildlife congregates. Breakfast, lunch, park entry, and binoculars are all included, so you show up and follow the guide through Old Faithful, the Upper Falls, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Hayden Valley. The full day out—12 to 13 hours—is what lets you see all four major stops and have real time at each one instead of a quick photo and move on.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Jackson who want to see the main Yellowstone highlights—Old Faithful, the waterfalls, and wildlife—without arranging their own transport or timing the stops. Expect a full day out, 12 to 13 hours, which is what makes fitting all four major stops and real time at each one possible.
Jackson Hole Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids on Snake RiverJackson Hole whitewater rafting on the Snake River covers 8 miles of Class III rapids with a professional guide, paddles, splash gear and round-trip transport from the shop. The journey mixes rougher water and calmer stretches, passing named rapids like Big Kahuna, Lunch Counter and Cottonwood. Minimum age is 6; children must be accompanied by an adult; a moderate level of physical fitness is needed.Is it for me?Most Jackson Hole rafting trips either focus on calm scenic floats or push into harder Class IV water. This one sits in the middle—Class III rapids that soak you and keep your paddle working, but with enough calm water between sections that families with kids 6 and up can handle the whole run without getting exhausted or scared. The guide and transport mean you show up ready to paddle, not ready to organize.
Grand Teton Wildlife Safari: Half-Day Tour & Elk RefugeYou ride in a small group (maximum eight) with a professional naturalist guide who adjusts the route based on real-time wildlife activity and weather. You get binoculars and spotting scopes, water and snacks, and hotel pickup—which means you show up and the guide handles the rest. The half-day format fits into a longer Jackson visit without eating your whole afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Grand Teton's wildlife and landscape without renting a car or navigating the park yourself—the guide's knowledge and real-time route adjustments are what turn a scenic drive into a safari.
Grand Teton & National Elk Refuge Winter Tour from JacksonA full-day guided tour from Jackson combines morning wildlife viewing in Grand Teton National Park with an afternoon horse-drawn sleigh ride through the National Elk Refuge. You travel in a heated vehicle with a naturalist guide, stop for lunch at a Jackson restaurant, and spend the afternoon on the sleigh watching elk in their winter habitat. Hotel pickup and drop-off, binoculars, snacks and beverages are included.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see winter wildlife in the Tetons without arranging your own vehicle or timing—the guide handles the search in the park, lunch is built in, and the sleigh ride gives you a completely different way to watch elk in their winter range, all in one day from your hotel.
13-Mile Snake River Float from Wilson: Bald Eagles & Teton ViewsA 13-mile scenic float down the Snake River from Wilson to South Park, guided by Lewis & Clark River Expeditions since 1971, takes you through braided channels and premier Bald Eagle nesting habitat without rapids or turbulent water. The guide handles the oars while you sit back with 360-degree views of the Tetons to the north and the Snake River Range to the south. Transportation to and from the river, life jackets, and rain ponchos are included; the trip runs 3 to 4 hours and suits ages 3 to 103.Is it for me?The smooth, gentle current means you sit back while the guide rows—no paddling, no swimming, no physical effort required—so families with young children, older travelers, and anyone who wants to watch the river and the wildlife instead of working the water will find this the relaxing version of a Jackson Hole float.
Jackson Hole: Grand Teton Wildlife Safari & Elk RefugeYou’ll start your day with hotel pickup in Jackson Hole and head straight into wide-open spaces where elk herds gather and bison graze under snowy peaks. With a local guide leading your small group, you’ll share warm drinks outside while scanning for moose or eagles — maybe even catch sight of foxes or coyotes if luck’s on your side. Every stop feels personal, and you’ll leave feeling part of this wild place for a little while.
Grand Teton National Park tour: Jenny Lake boat rideA full-day guided tour of Grand Teton National Park from Jackson Hole includes round-trip hotel pickup, park entry, a local guide, breakfast and lunch, a boat ride on Jenny Lake with a one-mile hike to Hidden Falls, and binoculars for wildlife spotting. The boat ride runs May 15–September 21 and September 26–28; it closes September 22–25, 2025. Children are welcome from age 6; private tours can be arranged for younger children.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the Tetons from multiple angles and don't want to drive or navigate the park yourself—the guide knows where wildlife gathers and when, the boat ride and hike are arranged, and both meals are packed in so the day stays on track.
Jackson Hole: Snake River Rafting Class II-III with 12-Person MaxYou drive to the Snake River, paddle or hold on through Class II-III rapids with a guide and eleven others, swim in calm sections, and change into dry clothes at the take-out before the shuttle back. The 12-person limit means you're not fighting for space, and the whole experience takes about four hours from office to office.Is it for me?Right for families and first-timers who want real whitewater without the intensity of a smaller boat, and who value having room to paddle with personal attention from the guide. The 8-mile run takes about four hours total, including the drive and changing time, so plan for a half-day commitment.
