Whitewater Rafting Jackson Hole: Class II & III Rapids

You'll paddle through named rapids (The Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter) not just float past them.

Whitewater rafting on the Snake River in Jackson Hole puts you in control of the paddle through 8 miles of class II and III rapids, with a certified guide, life jacket and paddle included. The trip runs 3 hours and covers a canyon stretch where osprey and bald eagles are common. Children from age 6 are welcome. Moderate fitness helps but the guide teaches the technique as you go.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snake River Whitewater Rafting Adventure

• Meet experienced certified guides
• Learn paddling techniques
• Raft down 8-mile Snake River
• Enjoy canyon views and wildlife
• Experience class II and III rapids
• Return with included transportation

The experience

You start by learning to paddle from your certified guide, then launch into the Snake River for an 8-mile run through class II and III rapids. The Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter are the named drops, not the only ones, but the ones that earn their reputation. Between them the river opens into canyon views where bald eagles and osprey hunt, and the pace shifts between technical sections and stretches where the current does most of the work.

The whole outing takes 3 hours, including transport to and from the put-in. You wear a life jacket the entire time and hold a paddle that the guide has already shown you how to use: no experience needed, though moderate fitness makes the day easier. The guide calls out when to dig in and when to brace, and the rapids themselves teach you what happens when you don't.

What’s included

• Paddle and life jacket.
• certified guide leading the group.
• transportation to and from the Snake River put-in.

Options for this experience

2 options

2:30 PMGuide in English · Available from 21 May 2027

4:45 PMGuide in English · Available from 30 Jun 2027

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 21 May 2027

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Teton Whitewater and Scenic River Trips

Is this one for you?Five departure times let you choose the slot that fits the rest of your Jackson Hole day, whether you want an early start or an afternoon on the water.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What are the rapids like on the Snake River in Jackson Hole?

The Snake River run here features class II and III rapids: technical enough to keep you engaged but manageable for first-timers with a guide. The Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter are the signature drops. Between them the river passes through a canyon where the current slows and wildlife appears.

What time of day does the rafting start?

Five departure times are available: 8:15 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4:45 PM. You pick the one that fits your day when you book.

What's included in the rafting trip?

The paddle, life jacket, certified guide and all transport to the river are included. The 3-hour duration covers the paddle itself plus the drive to and from the put-in.