Get ready to paddle hard and get soaked on an eight-mile family-friendly stretch of the Snake River. This stable 16-person standard raft serves up class II–III rapids, limestone cliffs, and big mountain views just outside downtown Jackson.
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The raft sits low in the water and the Snake River dares you to lean forward. Paddles slap in sync as the guide reads the current, and in an instant the boat charges into Lunch Counter — a churning seam of foam that lifts the bow and sends laughter soaring. Around you, limestone bluffs and stands of lodgepole pine tilt toward the river, while distant peaks of the Gros Ventre and Teton horizons pin the sky.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness with ability to paddle actively for short bursts and follow guide commands
Wildlife
History
The Snake River corridor runs through lands historically used by Shoshone-speaking peoples and later became a route for trappers and ranchers shaping Jackson Hole’s western heritage.
Conservation
Trips contribute to local stewardship via the Bridger-Teton user fee; visitors should follow Leave No Trace and avoid disturbing riparian vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the Whitewater Rafting in Jackson Hole : Family Standard Raft today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early for Orientation
Be at 225 W Broadway 45 minutes before launch to check in, pay the $3 Forest user fee (16+), and get fitted for your PFD.
Wear Synthetic Layers Only
Cotton holds water and chills; choose quick-drying synthetics and bring a dry change of clothes on the bus.
Secure Electronics
Use a waterproof camera or action cam with a tether — phones get soaked and are hard to retrieve mid-run.
Hydrate and Snack Beforehand
There’s no food included and limited access during the run; eat and hydrate before check-in to keep energy up.
Secure water shoes
Protect feet and provide traction on wet floors and exits.
summer
Synthetic base layers
Dries quickly and keeps you comfortable when the river soaks you.
spring
Small dry bag
Keeps phone, wallet, and spare clothes dry while on the bus.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Open river exposure makes sun protection essential during midday launches.
summer