Guests cannot go wrong with Mad River’s Classic Boats!

Duration

3 Hours & 30 Minutes

Trip Details

There are non-paddling and paddling positions in this raft. Most people choose this option because they are first-time rafters or are traveling with small children. This trip features our standard size raft. This raft is an AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18’3” raft. It seats 16 people per boat. There are non-paddling and paddling positions in this raft. Mad River’s experienced guides will share the history of the area as well as information about the incredible local flora and fauna. The Snake River Canyon is rich in geological history and your guide will point out some of the features that make this canyon unique. You may see river otters, osprey, and bald eagles on your trip. A lucky few might even catch a glimpse of a mountain goat, a mule deer, an elk, or even a grizzly or black bear.

Overview of the Snake River

People come from all over the world to experience our newly designated “Wild and Scenic” river. The Snake River in Jackson Hole has been classified as a class I-III river, meaning that you can enjoy anything from a flat water scenic float in the north to exciting whitewater rapids in the Snake River Canyon to the south.

Course of Trip

All whitewater trips launch from West Table Boat Ramp in the Snake River Canyon and wind their way south toward Alpine, WY, exiting the river at Sheep Gulch Boat Ramp. Guests travel 8 river miles from start to finish. There are about 8 sets of rapids, ranging from class I to III. Rapids include Station Creek, Double Draw, Blind Canyon, Big Kahuna, Lunchcounter, Ropes, Champagne, and Cottonwoods.

Best Suited For

Classic boats are best suited for families with kiddos 6 to 9 years old (must weigh 50 pounds), solo travelers, active seniors, first-timers, multi-generational travelers, or large groups.

Launch Times

• 8:30am, 9:00 am, 10:30am, 11:00 am, 12:45pm, 1:15 pm, 3:00pm, 3:30 pm
• Launch times vary seasonally or may be altered due to extreme water conditions

Check-In & Transportation

• When: 30 minutes prior to your scheduled trip time
• Where: Mad River, 1255 South Highway 89 Jackson Wyoming 83001. Just 2 miles south of the town square, between Whole Grocer and Smith’s Grocery.

Transportation from the Mad River Boat Wedge to the river and back is provided on every Mad River trip.

What to Wear/Bring

• Synthetic layers + bathing suit
• Shoes that can get wet that will not come off your feet - no flip flops!
• A sweatshirt/towel
• Hats and sunglasses are recommended
• Don’t forget sunscreen!

Included

• Professional river guide
• Transportation to and from the river (all departures leave from the Mad River Wedge),
• Personal flotation device (PFD)
• Helmets (required in high water conditions)

Excluded

Gratuity is not included in regularly scheduled departures. Standard gratuity is recommended at 20% of the rack rate.

Rentals

Wetsuits, booties, and wetsuit jackets are available to rent!