Top Wyoming On the Water

If you think floating down the Snake is only for the outdoorsy, think again. With this tour, you’ll ride a raft with high-back seats, making this ultra-scenic journey great for young and old. A stable ride across a gentle current lets you relax in the open air, catching some of Jackson Hole’s best views—and possibly even eagles, elk, moose, bears, and more.

Stunning scenery, wildlife sightings, and a different side of the Yellowstone ecosystem await you on this scenic floating tour down the Snake River from Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Join a professional river guide who will provide all steering and propulsion for your 13-mile rafting trip so you can sit back and enjoy the views. This tour is ideal for those who have never been rafting or who prefer to avoid the rigor of other rafting trips, including families and senior citizens.

Experience the exhilaration of whitewater rafting on Wyoming's scenic rapids with our standard raft option. Perfect for larger families or those seeking stability, you'll tackle thrilling Class II and III rapids like the Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter. Paddle along an 8-mile (13-kilometer) stretch that boasts limestone cliffs, Lodgepole Pine hills, and the majestic Grey’s National Forest backdrop.

Hold on for a wild ride down 8 miles (13 km) of the Snake River during this river rafting excursion. Paddle through Class III rapids as you paddle alongside your expert river guide. The journey takes you down whitewater sections followed by calm waters. Navigate through beautiful scenery along the river and enjoy an experience suitable for families.

Paddle the whitewater rapids on the Snake River during this 3.5-hour small-boat adventure in Jackson. In a small group of eight paddlers and a guide, take on the rapids and plan to get wet. Multiple departure times available; this trip is suitable for those who can paddle and are in decent physical shape.

Explore the highlights of Grand Teton National Park on a half-day tour from Jackson or Teton Village. Travel along the Gros Ventre River to the Mormon Row Historic District, Moose Junction, and other places where wildlife roam. Use the provided spotting scope and field glasses to get a close look at animals like moose, elk, and eagles, and learn about Wyoming’s wildlife and history. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure for your tour led by an naturalist guide, or upgrade to make yours a private tour.

On this relaxing rafting trip from Jackson Hole, drift down a scenic section of Wyoming’s wildlife-laden Snake River, where moose, deer, river otters and eagles can all be seen from your raft. Be sure to bring your camera to photograph any wildlife that appears on the banks, and also capture the stunning landscape extending out from the Tetons.

The Snake River is an ideal location to see some of Wyoming’s beautiful flora and fauna—especially bald eagles, ospreys, and pelicans—near Grand Teton National Park. Rather than rush down the river on a whitewater or kayaking trip, float down a scenic 13-mile (21 kilometers) stretch of the river on an easygoing raft. Plus, get round-trip transportation from the outfitter's office in Jackson.

Enjoy a classic whitewater-rafting adventure on the Snake River, where you'll travel eight miles (13 km) on a 17-foot (5-meter) self-bailing raft, designed to handle the river rapids. With a guide providing instruction, you'll tackle Class II and III rapids such as Champagne, Big Kahuna, Lunch Counter, and Ropes during the journey from West Table to Sheep Gulch in Snake River Canyon. Calm stretches with chances for swimming allow you to relax between the action.

Enjoy a unique way to explore the striking scenery of Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole on this boat trip along the Snake River. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, meet your guide in central Jackson, and embark on a scenic, 7-mile float with just a small group for company. Learn all about the region and its history from your guide, soak up the views, and spy local wildlife.

Our guides enjoy teaching kids, beginners and experts how to fish! We offer both fly fishing and spin fishing options. We also specialize in group and family fishing! We have large drift boats that can accommodate up to 5 guests for the ultimate fishing experience. (Weight limit: 500lb. Drive time varys based on time of year.)

This is the "High Adventure" option for those who want the wettest, wildest ride in Jackson Hole. Lewis & Clark (est. 1971) runs the absolute smallest guided rafts on the Snake River. More importantly, we are the only outfitter offering a pure "paddle-only" experience. We stripped away the heavy oar-frames found on other tours to give you a lighter, faster, and more responsive boat. In our 14-foot rafts, you sit right on the waterline. Every wave looks bigger and hits harder. It is an aggressive, team-focused run where you provide the horsepower to smash through legendary rapids like Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter. With a maximum of 8 guests, there is nowhere to hide from the splash. This is the closest you can get to the whitewater without actually swimming. The trip covers 8 miles of Class II and III whitewater featuring rapids such as "Lunch Counter" and "Big Kahuna." Round-trip time is approximately 3.5 hours. For an exclusive experience, call our office to book a private boat.

If you're picturing a classic whitewater rafting trip in the Rocky Mountains, this 8 mile (13-km) journey down the Snake River in Wyoming is it. Traverse about eight sets of Class I, II, and III rapids as you make your way through Snake River Canyon, aka the Grand Canyon, with a rafting guide. When booking, select the rafting season and corresponding departure time you prefer.

How many people can say they’ve kayaked acoss an old volcano? That’s exactly what you’ll do on this guided tour, paddling across Lake Yellowstone with your ACA-certified guide. Starting in the morning to avoid the winds, you’ll kayak past geysers, valleys, and get up-close and personal with the lake’s thermal features. All gear—from life jackets to snacks—included for this memorable Yellowstone adventure.

Paddle through Class III rapids during this river rafting adventure on the Snake River. You’ll cooperate with a small team of eight passengers per raft — perfect for intermediate-level rafting. The journey takes you down 8 miles (13 km) including white-water sections followed by calmer waters. Choose from several times in the morning or afternoon, departing from Jackson Hole.

With over 1 million monthly visitors in the high season, escaping Yellowstone’s crowds can be a task—but not on this tour. Take a Twilight Paddle along the northwestern shores of Yellowstone Lake, the largest alpine lake on the continent, experiencing true serenity in this geothermal wilderness. Watching steam rise above the nearest geyser basin as the sun sets, you’ll understand why Yellowstone deserves the title of world’s first national park.

Admire the tree-fringed banks, beaches, and thermal pools of Yellowstone Lake from the water on this morning tour. After a short kayak lesson and time to familiarize yourself with your kayak, set out to explore the West Thumb with your guide. Paddle for about six miles (9.7 kilometers), look out for wildlife such as elk and waterfowl along the lakeshore, and marvel at the steaming geysers and pools of the West Thumb Geyser Basin.

Enjoy an adventure on the Snake River with a whitewater-rafting trip from Jackson. You'll travel down the river on an 8-man raft, a smaller vessel than other river rafts, meaning you'll paddle hard and get very wet. During the 8-mile (12.8-km) journey, navigate the river's famous rapids such as Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter.

Our experienced and certified guides will help you learn how to paddle, hoot, and holler your way down rapids like The Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter. Connect with nature in a new and exciting way while you face class II and III rapids that'll leave you soaked and with memories that will last forever!

Float along the calm waters of the Snake River on a half-day rafting tour from Jackson Hole. View the Grand Tetons and look for native wildlife such as moose, river otters, and deer along the riverbanks. Your guide shares commentary about Wyoming’s history and ecology during the 14-mile float. Includes light meal, and a choice of several departures throughout the day.

Enjoy the abundant wildlife with the Teton Mountain Range as a backdrop while your experienced guide does all the work! Bald eagles, pelicans, osprey, blue herons, and sandhill cranes are a few of the birds that are regularly seen on our trips. River otters, beavers, deer, elk, and moose also frequent the area. Water, sparkling water, and binoculars are provided for maximum comfort. Come explore the Snake River on a rafting adventure today!

Maximize your wildlife-spotting opportunities by getting off the road and onto the water on this 13-mile (21-kilometer) float trip down Jackson’s serene yet dazzling Snake River. Look out for bald eagles, beavers, river otters, and maybe even moose and elk against a backdrop of the snow-capped Tetons, with a guide to introduce the area’s ecology and geology too. Blankets are provided for cooler days and times.

This guided kayaking tour in Yellowstone National Park, includes an introduction to Yellowstone's history and geology of the Lake, along with the kayaking equipment and techniques, then your guides lead you around the shoreline to the West Thumb Geyser Basin where there are many geothermal features on land and under water we will explore from our kayaks, many of which are not accessible by any other means. We explore from our kayaks this primitive geyser basin where there are no signs, no boardwalks and most importantly no other people. All necessary kayaking equipment and instruction on paddling techniques are included. No prior kayaking experience is required. All skill levels are welcome. Single and double kayaks are available. Small groups with an individual experience.