Snake River float trip from Jackson Hole: 13-mile scenic float

Thirteen miles of river, four wildlife species, and the Teton Range rising above

A 13-mile Snake River float trip departing from Wilson, near Jackson Hole, where you drift past the Teton mountain range while a guide points out bald eagles, elk, moose, otters and other wildlife. The float takes about three and a half hours, includes a lifejacket and water, and suits all fitness levels. Children can join from age 4.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snake River scenic float trip

• Meet 15 minutes before departure
• Transport to Wilson drop-in point
• Begin 13-mile Snake River float
• Enjoy Teton Range views
• Listen to guides' natural history talk

The experience

The float starts 10 miles west of Jackson Hole in Wilson, where you meet the guide 15 minutes before departure and get transported to the launch point. Once on the water, you spend the next three and a half hours drifting 13 miles downriver with the Teton Range in view the whole time. The guide talks through the natural history and geography of the mountains and the river itself, pointing out wildlife as it appears: bald eagles, Rocky Mountain elk, moose, mule deer, otters, beavers and others have all been spotted on these trips. The pace is slow enough that you're not fighting the current. The river does the work.

You'll wear a lifejacket for the entire float and have water available throughout. The trip runs at either 8:15 AM or 12:15 PM, so you can pick the departure that fits the rest of your day in Jackson Hole. No previous paddling or rafting experience is needed. The float is suitable for all fitness levels, and families with children as young as 4 can book.

What’s included

• Lifejacket and water throughout the float.
• expert guide sharing natural history and geography of the Teton Range.
• transport from the meeting point in Wilson to the launch site.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 24 May 2027

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 9

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Teton Whitewater and Scenic River Trips

Is this one for you?The morning departure at 8:15 AM gets you on the water early and leaves the afternoon free for other Jackson Hole activities. The 12:15 PM slot works better if you want to start your day elsewhere in town and float after lunch.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What wildlife might I actually see on the Snake River float?

Bald eagles, Rocky Mountain elk, moose, mule deer, otters and beavers have all been spotted during these trips. The guide will point them out as you drift, though sightings depend on the season and time of day.

How long does the 13-mile float take?

The trip takes about three and a half hours from the time you launch until you finish. You'll meet the guide 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for check-in, then get transported to the launch point in Wilson.

What's included in the float trip?

A lifejacket and water are included for the entire three-and-a-half-hour float. The guide is also included and will share facts about the Teton Range and the river's natural history throughout the trip.

Where do I meet the guide, and how do I get to the launch point?

You'll meet the guide in Wilson, which is 10 miles west of Jackson Hole. The guide will transport you from the meeting point to the launch point on the Snake River, so you don't need to arrange separate transport to the water.