Snake River Float Trips
Relax and enjoy the Grand Tetons from the Snake River
Join us for a scenic float trip on the calm-water sections of the Snake River.
All scenic float trips are guide-powered by experienced, Mad River-trained river guides. We do all the work so you can take in the amazing mountain scenery and look out for local wildlife.
If you've got a large group, click to Mad River's Charter Trips. We'll help you plan an exciting scenic float trip and large groups may qualify for group discounts or special launch times to meet your needs.
The 13-Mile Scenic Float with Boatman's Breakfast
Available May 19 - September 29
This trip starts your day off right with a delicious Boatman's Breakfast served at the Mad River Boathouse prior to departure. Enjoy a peaceful float down the Snake River with us. Not to worry - your guide does all the work. Simply relax and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife views all around you. The Grand Tetons are the backdrop for your departure, so cameras and binoculars are welcome on all trips.
TOTAL TRIP TIME: 3 Hours - door to door
LAUNCH TIMES: 8:00 AM
TRIP SUITABLE FOR: Bald Eagle spotters aged 4 or older...
$60 per adult / $50 per child
MENU: The Boatman's Breakfast includes breakfast sausage, hash browns and pancakes hot off the griddle served with maple syrup. Juice, coffee and tea are also served with your meal.
BOAT TYPE: This trip features our full-sized AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average 8 to 10 guests per boat. All positions in this raft are non-paddling positions. Just relax and take in the beauty of Jackson Hole.
CHECK-IN & TRANSPORTATION: This trip requires check-in 30 minutes prior to launch time. The check-in location is at Mad River located at 1255 S HWY 89, just 2 miles south of town. Transportation from the Mad River Boat House to the river and back is provided on every Mad River trip. Complimentary pick up is available at most Jackson and Teton Village locations.
RAFT TRIP DETAILS: The magnificent Teton Range sets the stage for our 13 mile Scenic Float trips. This trip starts west of the town of Jackson and winds its way south through braided river channels and sand bars. This 13-mile stretch is home to an array of natural wonders unlike anywhere else on earth and the opportunity to view them all in one place is extremely rare. This trip comes with a free lunch served at the Mad River Boathouse prior to your departure.
This trip launches from the Wilson Bridge Boat Ramp. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will navigate you through this pristine landscape, sharing the history, geology, and wildlife of the region. Due to calm waters, cameras and binoculars are generally fine for this stretch of river. You may see beaver, cutthroat trout, cliff swallows, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. A lucky few may even catch a glimpse of a mule deer, moose, elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES: There is a 48-hour cancellation policy on this trip. For groups of 13 or more, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy.
SIMILAR RAFT TRIPS:
The 13-Mile Scenic Float with Deli Box Lunch
The 21-Mile Scenic/Whitewater Combination with Deli Box Lunch
The 21-Mile Scenic/Whitewater Combination with Riverside BBQ Dinner
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The 13-Mile Scenic Float with Deli Box Lunch
Available May 19 - September 29
Enjoy a peaceful float down the Snake River with us. Not to worry - your guide does all the work. Simply relax and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife views all around you. The Grand Tetons are the backdrop for your departure, so cameras and binoculars are welcome on all trips.
TOTAL TRIP TIME: 3 hours - door to door
LAUNCH TIMES: 12:00 PM
TRIP SUITABLE FOR: Everyone 4 years of age and older!
$60 per adult / $50 per child
Book online or call us at (800)458-7238
MENU: This trip has a meal served on the boats as you make your way down the Snake River. The meal includes a deli sub, an apple, bag of chips, dessert and a beverage. Vegetarian needs may be accommodated with advance notice.
BOAT TYPE: This trip features our full-sized AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average 8 to 10 guests per boat. All positions in this raft are non-paddling positions. Just relax and take in the beauty of Jackson Hole.
CHECK-IN & TRANSPORTATION: This trip requires check-in 30 minutes prior to launch time. The check-in location is at Mad River located at 1255 S HWY 89, just 2 miles south of town. Transportation from the Mad River Boat House to the river and back is provided on every Mad River trip. Complimentary pick up is available at most Jackson and Teton Village locations.
RAFT TRIP DETAILS: The magnificent Teton Range sets the stage for our 13 mile Scenic Float trips. This trip starts west of the town of Jackson and winds its way south through braided river channels and sand bars. This 13-mile stretch is home to an array of natural wonders unlike anywhere else on earth and the opportunity to view them all in one place is extremely rare. This trip comes with a free lunch served on the river.
This trip launches from the Wilson Bridge Boat Ramp. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will navigate you through this pristine landscape, sharing the history, geology, and wildlife of the region. Due to calm waters, cameras and binoculars are generally fine for this stretch of river. You may see beaver, cutthroat trout, cliff swallows, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. A lucky few may even catch a glimpse of a mule deer, moose, elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES: There is a 48-hour cancellation policy on this trip. For groups of 13 or more, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy.
SIMILAR RAFT TRIPS:
The 21-Mile Scenic & Whitewater Combo with Breakfast
The 21-Mile Scenic & Whitewater Combo with Riverside Dinner
The 13-Mile Scenic Float with Boatman's Breakfast
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The 13-Mile Scenic Float
Available May 19 - September 29
Evening is a wonderful time to be on the Snake River. Enjoy a peaceful float down the Snake River with us. Not to worry - your guide does all the work. Simply relax and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife views all around you. The Grand Tetons are the backdrop for your departure, so cameras and binoculars are welcome on all trips.
This trip will include a complimentary snack or light hors d'oeuvres served on the river.
TOTAL TRIP TIME: 3 hours - door to door
LAUNCH TIMES: 4:00 PM
TRIP SUITABLE FOR: Relaxation seekers aged 4 or older...
$60 per adult / $50 per child
BOAT TYPE: This trip features our full-sized AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average 8 to 10 guests per boat. All positions in this raft are non-paddling positions. Just relax and take in the beauty of Jackson Hole.
CHECK-IN & TRANSPORTATION: This trip requires check-in 30 minutes prior to launch time. The check-in location is at Mad River located at 1255 S HWY 89, just 2 miles south of town. Transportation from the Mad River Boat House to the river and back is provided on every Mad River trip. Complimentary pick up is available at most Jackson and Teton Village locations.
RAFT TRIP DETAILS: The magnificent Teton Range sets the stage for our 13 mile Scenic Float trips. This trip starts west of the town of Jackson and winds its way south through braided river channels and sand bars. This 13-mile stretch is home to an array of natural wonders unlike anywhere else on earth and the opportunity to view them all in one place is extremely rare. This trip comes with a free snack served on the river.
This trip launches from the Wilson Bridge Boat Ramp. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will navigate you through this pristine landscape, sharing the history, geology, and wildlife of the region. Due to calm waters, cameras and binoculars are generally fine for this stretch of river. You may see beaver, cutthroat trout, cliff swallows, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. A lucky few may even catch a glimpse of a mule deer, moose, elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES: There is a 48-hour cancellation policy on this trip. For groups of 13 or more, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy.
SIMILAR RAFT TRIPS:
The 13-Mile Scenic Float with Deli Box Lunch
The 13-Mile Scenic Float with Boatman's Breakfast
The 21-Mile Scenic/Whitewater Combination with Riverside BBQ Dinner
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The 21-Mile Scenic/Whitewater Combo with Deli Box Lunch
Available May 19 - September 29
Join us for a relaxed morning float with a hot breakfast served at the Mad River Boathouse. Break for a deli box lunch back at the Mad River boathouse then hit the river again for an afternoon whitewater adventure. Now that's a great day on the river!
TOTAL TRIP TIME: 7 hours door to door
LAUNCH TIMES: 8:00 AM
TRIP SUITABLE FOR: Outdoor enthusiasts who are at least 6 years of age...
$102 per adult / $86 per child
Book online or call us at (800)458-7238
MENU: A hot breakfast will be served at the Mad River Boathouse prior to your departure. Following your scenic trip, return to the Mad River office for a full deli boxed lunch, before departing on your afternoon whitewater.
BOAT TYPE: This trip features two departures. For the scenic portion of your trip, the raft is an AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average10 guests per boat. All positions in this raft are non-paddling positions. You can just relax and take in the scenery all around you. Cameras and binoculars are generally fine for this stretch of river.
For the whitewater portion of your trip, the raft is an AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average 10 to 12 guests per boat. There are non-paddling and paddling positions in this raft.
CHECK-IN & TRANSPORTATION: This trip requires check-in 30 minutes prior to launch time. The check-in location is at Mad River, located at 1255 S HWY 89, just 2 miles south of town. Transportation from the Mad River boat house to the river and back is provided on every Mad River trip. Complementary pick up is available at most Jackson and Teton Village locations.
RAFT TRIP DETAILS: The magnificent Teton Range sets the stage for the first leg of your trip. This trip starts west of Jackson and winds its way south through braided river channels and sand bars of the Snake River. This 13-mile scenic stretch is home to an array of natural wonders unlike anywhere else on earth and the opportunity to view them all in one place is extremely rare. The final leg of your trip takes you through the famous Snake River Canyon, known for the dramatic scenery and wild whitewater. River running on the Snake River dates back to the 1800's and your guide will share the history as well as the geology and ecology that make the Snake River unique. Breakfast and lunch are included in this trip.
Launching from the Wilson Bridge Boat Ramp, you'll travel 13 miles south. You'll pause and enjoy a hot breakfast sandwich for brunch before finishing out the scenic section and returning to our boat house. A break back at the Mad River Boathouse lets you change into your whitewater apparel and put away binoculars and cameras not suited for your whitewater adventure.
You'll grab a deli box lunch before heading south where the second part of the trip launches from West Table Boat Ramp in the Snake River Canyon and winds its way south toward Alpine, WY. You'll travel another 8 river miles where there are about 8 sets of rapids, ranging from class I and II to class III. Various river features will be encountered, such as Million Dollar Fishing Hole, Gauging Straights and Bailing Straights.
You might see river otters, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. A lucky few may even catch a glimpse of a mountain goat, a mule deer, an elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES: There is a 48-hour cancellation policy on this trip. For groups of 13 or more, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy.
SIMILAR RAFT TRIPS:
The 13-Mile Scenic
The 21-Mile Scenic & Whitewater Combo with Riverside Dinner
The 8-Mile Whitewater
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The 21-Mile Scenic/Whitewater Combo with Deli Box Lunch and BBQ Dinner
May 26 - September 15
Because sometimes... once is just not enough!
Join us for a mid-day scenic river float with lunch served on the river, then grab a paddle and get ready for an afternoon whitewater adventure in the Snake River Canyon with dinner served riverside. Now that's a great day on the river!
TOTAL TRIP TIME: 8 hours from door to door
LAUNCH TIMES: 12:00 PM
TRIP SUITABLE FOR: River lovers aged 6 or older.
$110 per adult / $94 per child
Book online or call us at (800)458-7238
MENU: There is a lunch served on the river during the first half of this trip. The menu includes a deli sub, piece of fruit, chips, dessert and a beverage.
The second half of this trip has a meal served at Mad River's river access camp in the Snake River Canyon. It includes steak or trout, pasta salad, potato salad, corn on the cob, garlic bread and a dessert. Hot and cold beverages are available. Vegetarian needs may be accommodated with advanced notice.
BOAT TYPE: This trip features two trip departures. For the scenic portion of your trip, your raft is an AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average 10 guests per boat. All positions in this raft are non-paddling positions.
For the whitewater portion of your trip, the raft is an AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18'3" raft. It seats 16 people but we average 10 to 12 guests per boat. There are non-paddling and paddling positions in this raft.
CHECK-IN & TRANSPORTATION: This trip requires check-in 30 minutes prior to launch time. The check-in location is at the Mad River office located at 1255 S HWY 89, just 2 miles south of town. Transportation from the Mad River Boat house to the river and back is provided on every Mad River trip. Complimentary pick up is available at most Jackson and Teton Village locations.
RAFT TRIP DETAILS: This trip launches from Wilson Bridge Boat Ramp. You'll travel 13 miles south through braided river channels. This stretch is home to an array of natural wonders unlike anywhere else on earth. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will navigate you through this pristine landscape, sharing the history, geology, and wildlife of the region. With so many species calling the Tetons home, the opportunity to view them in one place is extremely rare.
You'll pause and enjoy lunch before finishing out the scenic section and returning to our boat house. A break back at the Mad River boat house lets you change into your whitewater apparel and put away binoculars and cameras not suited for your whitewater adventure.
The second part of the trip launches from West Table Boat Ramp in the Snake River Canyon and winds its way south toward Alpine, WY. You'll travel another 8 river miles where there are about 8 sets of rapids, ranging from class I and II to class III. Various river features will be encountered, such as Million Dollar Fishing Hole, Gauging Straights and Bailing Straights. In the middle of this section, just after the gauging straights, you'll pause at Mad River's exclusive riverside camp at Blind Canyon, overlooking the two largest rapids in the canyon for a unique dining experience. Here your guide becomes your server as you enjoy dinner. At the end of your meal, you'll hit the water once again to finish out your whitewater experience with the biggest whitewater rapids in the canyon.
The Snake River Canyon is rich in geological history and your guide will point out some of the features along the way that make this canyon unique. You may see river otters, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. And a lucky few might even catch a glimpse of a mountain goat, a mule deer, an elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES: There is a 48-hour cancellation policy on this trip. For groups of 13 or more, there is a 72-hour cancellation policy.
SIMILAR RAFT TRIPS:
The 21-Mile Scenic & Whitewater Combo with Boatman's Breakfast
The Half Day Snake River Canyon Adventure
The 8-Mile Whitewater with Riverside Dinner
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