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Grand Teton Views 7-Mile Snake River Scenic Float in Jackson

Grand Teton Views 7-Mile Snake River Scenic Float in Jackson

Overview

Our 7-mile Scenic Float, unique only to our company, borders the southern boundary to Grand Teton National Park. Our float trip begins from the historic Snake River Ranch, one of the few working cattle ranches left in Jackson Hole, with a beautiful southern perspective of the Tetons. It's the perfect trip for those with a busy schedule of activities or young children! Just an hour or so on the water. Our boatmen do all the work, so you can relax and take it all in. Time on water is dependent on water levels.

City: Jackson

Fri 09 May

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Starting at $105.00

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Fri 09 May

Starting at $105.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Ponchos for a drizzly day or pop-up Summer storm

Professional guide

Custom build rafts from Aire

Transportation from our shop to and from the river

Blankets for chilly mornings

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (61)

V5448EDcharliep

Aug 2023

JHWW lists a “scenic float trip” for ages “4 and up,” and also states “knowing how to swim isn’t a requirement for whitewater rafting” in their FAQ. However, in my opinion, these guidelines are not stringent enough, especially given how unpredictable and dangerous Snake River can be. This company has had a fatality before, and I came very close to drowning myself while on a float trip with JHWW as well. In mid-June 2023, I was on a float trip with JHWW, along with several members of my family (ranging from age 6 to 70, and mostly weak swimmers). Within a few minutes of departing, our guide slammed the raft into a bridge pylon that is visible from the departure point, aka Wilson Boat Ramp. To repeat: we slammed into a stationary structure that is clearly visible from the departure point. Our raft capsized and our party of 7 was plunged into the (53 degree) water. I never saw the guide again until I was out of the water. I fully recognize and appreciate that accidents happen. However, I honestly couldn’t tell you what our guide (or any of the other guides from JHWW) were trained to do in a capsize. Our guide was out on one of the eddies within a few minutes, and then turned around to save his picnic cooler while members of the party were being swept further down the river. Another guide casually waved to me, asking me and my two children to “swim to her raft”, an impossible task given the flow of the current. We were swept right past her and never saw her again until we were out of the river. Another member called search and rescue, but reported there weren’t any minors in the river (there were 2). It’s nothing short of a miracle that my family survived this trip. We had a few minor injuries, but mostly, we were helped by Good Samaritans who happened to be in the area. In my opinion, the guides are 1) grossly unprepared for managing a raft in a swift current and 2) more importantly, not trained on swift water rescue. I cannot recommend this outfitter based on my experience and I encourage all families with young children or elderly parents to properly evaluate the risk-reward of this outdoor activity.

WDPs

Aug 2023

Great trip for our family of 5 (two younger kids and Grandpa). It was a peaceful trip with a nice lunch at the end. I thought lunch would be in the middle but not a big deal. The entire operation was nicely done and very professional.

DotyDucks

Aug 2023

Taylor was amazing! Super knowledgeable, excellent navigation of the river and very engaging. Nice ride and gentle enough for most any passenger. We saw a bear on the other side of the river as we were launching. Also saw lots of waterfowl and even a bald eagle. Only negativity was we were not as close to the Tetons as I thought we would be, but saw them in the distance.