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Snake River Rafting & Float Trips

Jackson hole rafting & float trip packages.

Individual Trips, Combo Trips, & Gift Certificates for Snake River rafting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

16 Person Boat

Classic whitewater rafting.

Our classic Snake River whitewater rafting trip is perfect for those looking to raft in a larger group and wanting to hit some fun rapids such as the Lunch Counter and The Big Kahuna!

The Classic Whitewater rafting trip is 2.5-3 hours round trip, and there is room for 8-10 paddlers as well as room in the middle of the boat if you don’t want to paddle. Like all of our other Jackson Hole whitewater rafting trips, you will be provided with all of the safety gear you need, and your experienced and certified guide will instruct you on river safety and how to get the most fun out of your Snake River rafting adventure. The minimum age requirement is 6 years old, but this may change during the summer when the river is at its highest.

Adults $105 Children (6-12) $95

8 Person Boat

Small boat slam whitewater.

This is the Snake River rafting trip for you if you’re feeling adventurous! Our Small Boat Slam boasts the smallest Jackson Hole whitewater rafting commercial boats on the river. The smaller the boat, the bigger the hit!

This Jackson Hole rafting trip is 2.5-3 hours long, and our raft has enough room for 6 paddlers and a couple of bull riders. All safety gear is provided, as well as round-trip transportation. The minimum age for the Small Boat Slam is 8 years old, but it may be increased in the summer depending on how high the river is.

Adults & Children (8-12) $115

with views of the Teton range (ages 4 and up)

Wilson scenic float.

Our Snake River float trip allows you to relax and let our experienced guide do the work for you.

This 13-mile trip on the Snake River follows along the south border of Grand Teton National Park, which is known for its immense beauty and being the best bald eagle habitat in the Lower 48. Along the Snake River float trip, our guide will teach you about the area, the wildlife, and the history of the Grand Teton all while floating through some of the best scenery in the country. You might also see some moose, deer, elk, coyotes, beavers, or marmots on the trip, as well as an abundance of avian wildlife, such as pelicans and osprey.

Adults $90 Children (4-12) $80

8 & 16 Person Boat

Whitewater rafting & float trip combo.

Hit adrenaline-rushing rapids and see amazing views on our combo Jackson Hole whitewater rafting adventure!

Choose the size of the boat for your snake river whitewater rafting trip, and go on a scenic Snake River float trip with views of Grand Teton National Park! Lunch, transportation, and equipment are all included, and the trip is 7.5 hours long.

The Combo Trip time options are as follows:

Classic Boat & Wilson Scenic Adults $190 Children (6-12) $170

Small boat & wilson scenic adults $200 children (8-12) $190.

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Whitewater rafting & float trip gift cards.

Whether you want to treat your friends and family to a nice scenic float trip on the Snake River or a thrilling Jackson Hole rafting adventure, a gift card from Teton Whitewater will be sure to put a smile on your loved one’s face. Give the gift of whitewater rafting in Jackson Hole today!

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Jackson’s highest-rated and most-loved rafting trips

Since 1967, Dave Hansen River Trips has provided exciting whitewater rafting and scenic river trips on the Snake River for kids from 6-96 (true story) in Jackson Hole Wyoming . We will work harder than any other rafting guide on the Snake River to make sure you have a safe, fun, and fantastic experience from start to finish. Every employee, from the front desk staff to the senior guide, shares the same goal – to provide you with the best possible river rafting adventure! Our compassion for our rafting community is evident, as we’ve been honored to have been voted the Best Rafting Company in Jackson Hole for twelve consecutive years, are rated #1 on Trip Advisor , and have a 4.9 star rating on Google with over 3,500 reviews!

Whitewater Rafting Adventures

Whether you’re confident in a raft or holding a paddle for the first time, our 8-mile whitewater trip is the perfect Jackson Hole adventure. Rafters age 6 + will laugh and splash through class II and III rapids on an unforgettable trip down the wild and scenic Snake River Canyon.

Snake River Scenic Float Trips

Cruise along the beautiful Snake River on a dry and comfortable ride. Bring your camera to capture the magnificent views of the Teton and Snake River Mountains and keep your eyes peeled to spot a moose wading in a back eddy or an osprey diving in the calm waters. Bald eagle sightings are almost a guarantee on this stretch as there are over 8 nests.

What trip should I choose?

Compare trips.

There’s no wrong way to go down the river with Dave Hansen Whitewater & Scenic River Trips as your guide. Find out what trip is best for you by compare trips below. Visit our scenic and whitewater trips pages for more details.

8 Mile Whitewater Rafting Trip (Standard Raft)

• 3.5-4 hours door-to-door from Jackson
• 1.5 hours on the river (flow dependent)
• 14-16 people per raft, with 8-10 paddlers
• Minimum age: 6 years old
• Will I get wet? Yes!
• No experience required!
• Canyon views

8 Mile Whitewater Rafting Trip (8 Person Raft)

• 8 people per raft, with everyone paddling

Tetons and Snake River 13 Mile Scenic Float Trip

• 3.25 hours door-to-door from Jackson
• 2 hours on the river (flow dependent)
• 10 seats per raft
• Minimum age: 4 years old
• Will I get wet? Not unless you opt in for a swim.
• Teton views

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The best guides on the river.

Our river guides work their Chacos off to make sure you have a fantastic adventure. With big hearts and big smiles, our lively river guides will keep you laughing through every twist and turn on the Snake River. Every river guide completes the Dave Hansen Guide School which provides rigorous, hands-on river safety and river ecology training.

Bryce Thornberry

Delaney Harrop

Brian Becerra

Zach Williams

Jacob Meidl

Miles Richmond

Melissa Kussy

Callie Lajza

Eagen Keeley

Questions just ask..

None! Roughly half of our customers that we take down the river have never been whitewater rafting. All of our guides know this and go over a very detailed safety speech in which they will personally go around and show you how to sit and the best ways to keep yourself in the boat. To help ease some nerves, there are two great benefits to this river for first-timers. The first half of the trip is fairly mellow. You’ll get wet, but it is not too daunting. This allows you the time to get used to being in the boat. You are not going to be thrown into the boat and hit the biggest wave of the trip in the first five minutes. The second half of the trip is where all the bigger waves are. The other nice thing about the Snake River is that it is classified as a “Pool and drop river”, which basically means that after every section of waves, you are going to have a nice calm section afterwards before you hit your next set of waves. So you have time to sit back and relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the canyon between waves. The people who were nervous usually have the best time!

For whitewater our age limit for kids is usually 6 years old, there are some times of the year we could talk about adventurous 5 year olds. Just give us a call! For our scenic trips the youngest we will take is 4 years old.

There are certain water levels during the run-off season where we may raise our age limit. Please give us a call to discuss if you have more questions.

Our river trips leave as scheduled rain or shine. Don’t worry we are prepared! Find our rafting in rain the resources here. For whitewater we have wetsuits and booties available to rent that will make the trip enjoyable!  For the scenic, if a storm happens to come in we have ponchos on all the boats. However, we reserve the right to cancel or shorten a trip due to extreme weather conditions that would cause the trip to be unsafe. Whitewater rafting is a wet activity by nature, and assuming that you are dressed appropriately, we think this is the best outdoor activity for a rainy day! I f that is something you are not comfortable with, it is the responsibility of the party to cancel outside of our respective cancellation polices to receive a full refund.

"Super fun outing. Professional operation from start to finish. With so my outfits running trips down the Snake it is hard to know which one to pick. Save yourself the stress of trying to compare them all and just go with Dave Hansen Whitewater - you won’t be disappointed." Craig Anderson

"The whitewater trip was the highlight of my vacation. The river is the perfect amount of adventure and excitement for all to enjoy. The Dave Hanson team made it all great with fun personalities. I like the personal touches shown by this company." Kai Geller

"I am obsessed with the Dave Hansen Whitewater crew! Hannah at the front desk was friendly and very helpful setting up our white water! Our guide was knowledgeable of the area and a pro! He made everyone feel very safe and comfortable! Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Jackson!" Amelia Nolan

"The folks at Dave Hansen take care of everything! From the moment we arrived til it was time to go - we were in great hands!" Brett Saxon

"What an adventure! The staff were so helpful and our guide, Hunter, made our outing so much fun! We spotted lots of Osprey on the route and the scenery was just incredible. This was the best part of our vacation in Jackson. You won’t be disappointed if you choose Dave Hansen Whitewater." Matt Nickson

"What a five star rafting experience! Everyone was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The bus ride tour compliments of Gene was fun and informative. McKenzie our guide was friendly and a fun teacher. I highly recommend Dave Hansen Whitewater Rafting!👍 👍 👍 " Karen Morrow

"This place seriously has the best staff that make the trip outstanding. They guide you through the waters and even provided lunch for us. The float is several hours and worth every minute! I am already excited for this summer so I can go again!" Wyatt Woods

"This was one of the highlights of my summer! Such a fun, exciting trip down the Snake River. Our guide Hayden made it enjoyable for all of us. Between his knowledge of the river and his enthusiasm for big rapids, the trip was a great experience!" Peter Elliott

"We had an amazing family outing with Dave Hansen Whitewater Rafting! It was a seamless process from check-in to check-out and great action photos to relive the whole adventure. We'll definitely be back!" Laura Romero

"Amazing experience and company! Highly suggest using Dave Hansen Whitewater! Our guide made it a fun and memorable trip. Also the owner is awesome and they truly want you to have a great experience! Don't look to any other company, use these guys when in Jackson Hole!" Corey Westra

"What an amazing experience! Everyone was extremely helpful and we could tell that their goal was for us to have a great experience. And we did! Jordan was our guide and he was great. He was very engaging and made it really fun. We would definitely use this company again!" Amy Horner

"The Dave Hansen Whitewater staff made our family rafting trip down the Snake River one of the best events of our vacation! Our guide, Grace, was excellent! Felt very safe. We loved every minute being on the river with her." Michelle Manwaring

"So much family fun! From the minute we walked in the door we were greeted with fun upbeat and helpful staff. We had Sandy as a guide he was funny, knowledgeable and really cared for our safety. I would love to come back for an all day trip. Highly recommend!!" Christy Grosz

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Whitewater Rafting and Scenic Float Trips in Jackson Hole, WY

Our Adventures

Whitewater Trips

Scenic Float Trips

Our Whitewater Trips plunge through eight beautiful miles of the Snake River Canyon southwest of Jackson Hole.

With views of the Grand Tetons, our scenic float trips pass through Wyoming’s finest bald eagle nesting habitat.

Lewis & Clark is a small family-owned and operated company that’s been running raft trips on the Snake River since 1971.

Since we're a small company, we feel we can stress more personalized service. Our guides are seasoned outdoor professionals who typically have experience running rivers across America. They have the skills to provide you with professional, entertaining and educational outings on the Snake River.

Planning Your Trip

Proper planning is crucial for a successful raft trip. Make sure you are properly dressed and arrive at least ½ hour before the departure time of your trip.

Classic Whitewater Raft

This adventure launches at West Table Boat Ramp and will end at Sheep Gulch, see our maps for a closer look and more details about this stretch.

Duration: 3H - 3.5H | Roundtrip

1-2 hours on the water, depending on river flows -

Transportation Included

$ 110 / Adults

$ 90 / Youth Ages 6-12

$ 1050 / Private Raft

Small Boat Whitewater Raft

$ 125 / Adults

$ 115 / Youth Ages 8-12

$ 975 / Private Raft

This calm, flat water float launches in Wilson and ends 13-miles south at South Park Landing Boat Ramp.

Duration: 3H | Roundtrip

$ 95 / Adults

$ 85 / Youth Ages 3-12

$ 85 / Senior Ages 65

$ 895 / Private Raft

Snake River Scenic Rafting Trips

Experience the serenity of the Snake River in Jackson Hole with Snake River Park River Trips. Opt for a scenic journey along the upper stretch of the Snake, capturing panoramic Teton vistas throughout your float, or venture into the Canyon, where majestic mountain walls flank the river on either side. Whichever route you select, prepare for an unforgettable experience highlighted by stunning scenery, abundant wildlife sightings, and the tranquil flow of the river itself.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of our scenic river trips on the Snake River in Jackson Hole.

You have questions, we have answers!

What payments do you accept?

• A payment of 100% of reservation fee is required at time of booking.
• If 100% is not taken, all open balances will have a scheduled payment 7 days in advance of your trip departure to the credit card on file.
• By providing a credit card number, you are authorizing Alpine Valley Resort, Snake River Park Cabin Village, or Dave Hansen Whitewater to bill your credit card for the full amount of reservation, including any costs accrued while at the property, and outstanding balances not paid at time of departure.

What is the cancellation policy?

• All cancellations come with a minimum $10 cancellation fee.
• Groups Under 8: We have a 48 hour cancellation policy, all reservations cancelled outside of 48 hours will receive entire payment back minus the cancellation fee. If trip is cancelled inside 48 hours of departure, the entire payment will be forfeited, no exceptions.
• Groups 8-24 or Private Rafts: We have a one week cancellation policy, all reservations cancelled outside of one week will receive entire payment back minus the cancellation fee. If cancelled inside of a week of departure entire payment will be forfeited, no exceptions.
• Groups over 24: We have a one month cancellation policy, all reservations cancelled outside of a month will receive entire payment back minus the cancellation fee. If cancelled inside of a month of departure entire payment will be forfeited, no exceptions.
• Weather: Our scenic float trips can be canceled, at the time of departure, because of rain. Any cancellation of a scenic trip because of rain will receive a full refund.

What should I bring? What should I wear?

Wear clothes that you are comfortable in. Most any morning in Jackson Hole, even in the summer months, will be cool. But as soon as the sun pops up, the air temperature warms up pretty fast. If you are doing a morning scenic float, it would be a good idea to bring a sweatshirt or light jacket along that you can put on underneath your life jacket. If you get to the river and decide that you do not need a jacket, then you can leave it on the bus before you get in the raft. We also ask you to wear shoes that you would not mind getting wet. We do our best to keep your shoes dry, but we are surrounded by water and feet sometimes get wet getting in and out of the boat. Feel free to bring your own camera or set of binoculars. It is recommended to have a secure strap to hold them so that they do not fall into the water.

Where do we meet?

Our office in downtown Jackson is located at 225 West Broadway, which is right on the corner of Broadway and Millward, about 2 blocks west of the town square. All scenic trips depart from this location.

Where should we stay?

There are a lot of great places to stay in Jackson Hole! If you are looking for a great place to stay just outside of town, please check out our sister company Snake River Cabin Village & RV. Located right on the Snake River, there are sites for camping, RV hook-ups, camping cabins, and Deluxe Cabins. Our river trips pick up there as well! Looking for for larger and deluxe RV sites? Please check out Alpine Valley Resort !

Do I need to paddle?

No, you do not. On our float trips, all guests can sit back and enjoy the beauty of their surrounds and the guides will do all the work!

Do I need to know how to swim?

Every person on the trip will be issued a type V Personal Flotation Device, better known as a life jacket. These devices are designed to float your head above the surface of the water even if you do not know how to swim. Having the ability to swim will enhance your comfort zone as well as your ability to get out of the river in the event you should find yourself out of the raft. A detailed safety lecture of instructions is given before the rafts are launched.

Is there an upper age limit?

No, we only have age restrictions for the younger kids, which is usually six years old. The oldest person that we took down last year in the whitewater section was 86 years old. We do, however, expect everyone to reasonably evaluate his or her fitness and health levels before taking a whitewater rafting trip. If you have any questions or concerns, then it would be best to contact your physician.

What is your minimum age?

For our scenic trips, the youngest we will take is 4 years old. There are certain water levels during the run-off season where we may raise our age limit. Please give us a call to discuss if you have more questions.

Do you run trips if it’s raining?

For scenic river trips, we have ponchos on all the boats incase a storm happens to come in. However, we reserve the right to cancel or shorten a trip due to extreme weather conditions that would cause the trip to be unsafe. If that is something you are not comfortable with, it is the responsibility of the party to cancel outside of our respective cancellation policies to receive a full refund.

Could I fall out?

Going for a short swim is always a possibility on a rafting trip. All of our guides go over an extensive safety speech before the trip begins, which includes how to keep yourself in the raft and the proper way to sit. We find that the people who are worried about falling listen carefully to these suggestions.

How much experience do I need?

How do i know if my kids are ready for their first trip.

Our scenic float trip is a great introduction to being out on the river. The on-water time is about 2 hours and 20 minutes, so bring plenty of water, snacks and sun protection. Make sure you ask for a Junior Guide packet for some on the water activities.

Can I take my own vehicle to the river?

For float trips, all guests must use our transportation (unless a drop-off at the put-in and a pick-up at the takeout is arranged by a third party).

How long will the trip be?

Scenic Flow of the trip: 3.25 hours door-to-door (leaving from Jackson) 2 hours on the river Please note: later in the season when the water is lower and slower, trip times may be closer to 4 hours door-to-door.

What guidelines are you following to ensure my safety?

We follow the CDC's, Wyoming's, and Teton County's recommendations for activities like ours. These recommendations could change throughout the summer.

Where can I get travel insurance?

There are lots of great options out there and some credit card providers offer it as well, but here are a few options. We are not affiliated with these companies in any way. Allianz Travel AXA Travel Insurance

When do I need to be at the office for my trip?

All of these times are in relation to the departure time that is reserved. Please arrive at the Dave Hansen Whitewater building at 225 West Broadway 15-30 minute prior to the departure time.

Are there any eligibility requirements to join a trip?

Yes! Please visit our Essential Eligibility Requirements page to learn more.

How do i know what pickup location I’ve booked?

Your confirmation email will display your pickup location and pickup time.

Can I just drive myself to the boat put in?

All rafters must meet us at our 225 West Broadway office in downtown Jackson for scenic floats.

Our Adventure Partners

Dave Hansen Whitewater

Snake River Cabin & RV Village

Alpine Valley RV Resort

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3 DAY OR 4 DAY HELLS CANYON RAFTING TRIPS

These Snake River Rafting Trips are by far our most popular!

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Class ii, iii, and iv whitewater rafting, delicious restaurant-quality meals and comfortable camping on riverside beaches, incredible views of the idaho scenery and wildlife, optional hiking and kayaking excursions, great fishing–catch smallmouth bass, trout and sturgeon, great adventure for ages 7-70+, located on the idaho and oregon border on the snake river.

Trip Prices

What to Pack

HELLS CANYON TRIP OVERVIEW

There’s nothing quite like a hells canyon rafting trip..

From the whitewater rafting to hiking to fishing and kayaking, this is a jam-packed adventure you won’t soon forget. Hells Canyon is the deepest canyon in North America; its depth spans approximately 8,000 feet from the Snake River to the peak of the Seven Devils Mountains.

This Hells Canyon Whitewater Rafting Adventure is an all-inclusive vacation into the wilderness of the Northwest as it offers some of the best white water and scenery like no other.

If your family wants to reconnect while disconnecting from social media and busy everyday life, or if your company is looking for a unique team building experience, this is the perfect solution, and it lies in the middle of the beautiful wilderness.

• All meals are restaurant quality and made from scratch in our full-service kitchen on the river
• Learn about Hells Canyon’s history through pictographs, petroglyphs, and rock shelters dating back thousands of years ago
• Explore the wilderness and find wildlife like bald eagles, bighorn sheep, otters, mountain goats, deer, elk, brown and cinnamon bears, and more

Enjoy slow-paced afternoons filled with appetizers, beach games, fishing, reading, and more

34 miles of splashy Class II-IV whitewater rafting with big rapids in oar boats, paddle boats or inflatable kayaks

Relax and enjoy your vacation. We take care of everything–planning, packing and cleaning

• Hike to view some of Idaho’s historical landmarks (optional; all hikes are rated easy)
• Find trout, sturgeon, catfish, and small-mouth bass on your fishing adventures

Sleep on luxuriously thick sleeping pads in roomy tents beneath the starry night sky

• 34 miles of splashy Class II-IV whitewater rafting
• Big rapids in oar boats, paddle boats or inflatable kayaks
• Slow-paced afternoons filled with appetizers, beach games, fishing, reading, and more
• We take care of everything–all you have to do is relax and enjoy the vacation
• Sleep on luxurious sleeping pads beneath the starry night sky
• Trip starts and ends in Cambridge, ID

Difficulty Rating:

The Snake River through Hells Canyon is rated Class III-IV whitewater. It is a large volume river with drop-pool style rapids, meaning a rapid is followed by a large pool of calm water. This section consists of mostly Class III rapids with a few Class IV’s. Many of these rapids are described as roller-coaster waves creating a fun and enjoyable ride appropriate for most physical abilities, including children ages 7 and up. Many boat landings are rocky and require walking varied distances on uneven terrain. Once at camp, the terrain is usually open and forgiving. All hiking is optional and easy to moderate difficulty.

Here are the boats we offer on our trips.

Trips start and end in Cambridge, ID

Evening before Departure:  Enjoy a stay in the Cambridge, ID area and we will meet for a pre-trip meeting, provide dry bags for packing and answer any questions.

Day 1:  After an early morning departure and a scenic drive along several reservoirs, we arrive at Hells Canyon Dam and prepare to begin our river adventure. Our first day starts off with a bang with several Class II-III rapids. The trout fishing is exceptional during the first day in the swift moving water. Lunch is served riverside usually with an option for a short hike or time to relax, swim or fish. After lunch, the Class IV whitewater rapids are fun, big and splashy.  In the afternoon, boats pull into camp where tents will be ready and waiting. Relaxing in camp, fishing, swimming, hiking and playing beach games is encouraged at camp. Each night a delicious gourmet meal is prepared from our river kitchen: appetizers, delicious entrées, fresh baked Dutch Oven breads and decadent desserts.

Days 2-3: After sleeping under the stars, coffee will be brewing and breakfast will soon follow. Bags will be packed and boats will be boarded. Phenomenal whitewater follows with calm swimming pools, great fishing holes, rich history, tasty food, and fun. This is when the magic of a river trip happens: no clocks, no cell phones, no computers; just you, the group and your beautiful surroundings. The evening will be similar to the previous night at a camp further down river.

Last Day: Breakfast, followed by more raft time and lunch, then heading back to Cambridge. Arrive back in Cambridge in the early evening.

Note for booking departing flights after the trip: There’s a lot of travel time from the river on the last day. We do not recommend flying out on the final day of a river trip. Please call or email us with questions about appropriate flight times and airport choices: 208-347-3862.