1-800-346-6277Snake River Rafting / Jackson Lake Kayaking Trip
$659 adult / $554 youth
Deposit: $125
Additional Costs:
Sleep Kit/Tent: $25/Included
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| Class I | 4 Yrs |
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Snake River Rafting & Kayaking in Grand Teton National Park - Overview
A day or two sea kayaking on Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park combined with a mellow rafting trip down the spectacular Snake River in Wyoming equals a peerless tour of the Tetons.
An extra step into the Wyoming backcountry, where few tread or tour. Add an extra few days to your adventure vacation — or up to a week — and you’ll multiply your Grand Teton experience ten-fold. The Snake River twists along the bases of mile-high, snow-speckled peaks and deep into a wilderness many never see...but lots of eyes might well see you. Bald eagles, moose, elk and river otter are often as abundant as the park’s stellar vantages. Paddle yourself through the majesty of Grand Teton National Park and experience an authentic adventure into America's wild west.
Snake River Rafting & Kayaking Jackson Lake - Itinerary at a Glance
- Meet at Signal Mountain boat ramp, where we learn kayak basics
- Paddle to Grassy Island – unique to O.A.R.S.
- Hike to Moran Cave, fish for cutthroat trout, read a book, paint a sunset
- Hike up a rushing creek to spectacular waterfalls and overlook of the lake
- Sleep under the stars of the wide Wyoming sky
- Kayak countless inlets and miles of shoreline that beg to be explored
- Encounter a moose drinking from the shallows, an eagle perched in a nearby fir, or a family of deer quietly foraging in the woods
- Shuttle to Pacific Creek on the Snake River for our Snake River rafting trip
- Wildlife is abundant and the sightings are many as the rafts meander across the valley floor
- Relax beneath the Tetons looming majestically in a bright blue sky
- Take out at Deadman’s Bar and shuttle back to Signal Mountain
Learn more about Grand Teton National Park.
O.A.R.S. West Inc. is an authorized concessioner of Grand Teton National Park and a licensed commercial permit holder in Yellowstone National Park.
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“This was our first O.A.R.S. experience and a great trip for our family! Our guides were excellent. Everything was handled professionally and the food was good. We have been recommending O.A.R.S. to friends and will definitely be back for another trip soon. Thanks!”
Mark Friedman ~ Portland, OR
“We very much enjoyed the guides. We also enjoyed the company of the other people on the trip. It was a joy to have a large gear bag to put on the zodiac so that our camping was extra comfortable. The leisure afforded by having the guides cook and wash dishes made for a trip of "rustic elegance." The personnel in your office who helped us select a trip appropriate for our family were very helpful.”
John Kirby ~ Cherry Hill, NJ
“The small size of the group, pristine setting, wildness, quiet, beauty, adventure of doing something new, seeing rare (for us) wildlife, the incredible majesty of the scenery.”
Lois Friedlander ~ Mill Valley, CA
“We enjoyed the organization and coordination of the trip. Everything was thought of, and it was a great experience!”
Erica Hague ~ Worcester, MA
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| Average Temperatures | |||
| Month | High | Low | Precipitation |
| June | 68° | 37° | 1.64" |
| July | 79° | 41° | 1.13" |
| August | 78° | 37° | 1.26" |
| September | 69° | 32° | 1.50" |
| Mountain weather throughout the summer. Expect a little bit of everything. Most days are sunny with temps in the 70s. | |||
| Water Temperatures | |||
| Rarely above 50° | |||
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What to bring on the Snake River Rafting / Jackson Lake Kayaking Trip trip
This is a sample list. Please refer to your trip planner for a detailed list for your particular trip. If you do not already own any of the items on the suggested packing list feel free to call our office for suggestions. However, many of the items listed are available for purchase online in the OARStore. Please be mindful of the natural environment when purchasing items for your trip. Whenever possible, consider recyclable containers, rechargeable batteries, natural (non-toxic) sunscreens, lotions, biodegradable soaps, and so on.
Equipment:
- Duffel bag
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, ground cloth, sheet and small pillow – (early and late season trips require a synthetic-fill bag rated to 20 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Backpack/Daypack for day hikes. It should be large enough to carry water, lunch and camera, as well as a warm layer of clothing for spring & fall trips (750 – 2000 cu. in)
- Water bottles: 2 heavy-duty and minimum 1-liter capacity each with a carabiner to attach it to the boat. For day hikes, hydration systems like a CamelBak® are great, but you will still want 1 water bottle while in the kayak
- Headlamp or flashlight, extra batteries and bulb
- Plastic bags: large trash bags and zip-loc bags to separate clean and dry clothes from wet and dirty
- Camera and accessories
Personal Items:
- Sunglasses with securing strap and a spare
- Towel: small, quick-drying and washcloth
- Toiletries including biodegradable soap and shampoo with moisturizer (Nature's Gate is recommended by our guides)
- Sunscreen: waterproof & SPF 30 or higher
- Lip protection: SPF 30 or higher
- Moisturizing lotion or cream: 1 bottle (Skin tends to get REALLY DRY – this is a VERY important item!)
- Insect repellent (with deet)*
- Personal first aid kit (Band-aids, antibiotic ointment, ibuprofen, moleskin, eye drops, etc.)
- Spare pair of glasses and/or contacts (Blowing sand can cause problems for contact wearers)
- Cash for gratuities and goodies
*During certain months, mosquitoes can be a bothersome problem. Please make sure you bring an adequate supply of insect repellent.
Clothing:
- Long-sleeved shirt: 1-2 lightweight and light color for sun protection (UPF rated shirts are great)
- Long pants: lightweight and light color for sun protection (No jeans while in the kayak)
- Shade hat or visor with securing strap and a spare
- Bandana
- Rain jacket & pants: waterproof (not water resistant) to protect you from the wind and splash from rapids, as well as rain. A hooded jacket is recommended as well as good secure closures around your head, neck, wrists and ankles to prevent water from seeping in
- Swimsuits: 2 (two piece suits recommended for women). Tankinis are a great option
- Underwear: quick-drying
- Shorts: 2 pair lightweight, and quick-drying
- Hiking shorts: 1 pair
- T-shirts or lightweight quick-drying tops: 2-3
- River sandals: 1 pair to wear in the boat and for short wet hikes (such as Teva)
- Athletic shoes or lightweight hiking boots: 1 pair, comfortable and with good tread
- Hiking socks: 2-3 pair mid-weight
- Synthetic long underwear top & bottom: 1 set light to mid-weight
- Fleece top & bottom: 1 set light to mid-weight
Additional Essentials for Fall:
- Extra pair of dry shoes for camp
- Wetsuit booties and/or neoprene socks
- Additional fleece top & bottom
- Warm hat and gloves: synthetic or wool
- Fleece vest
Optional Items:
- Sarong: also useful as a cover-up from the sun, when bathing or to discreetly change clothes
- Solar shower: small “solo” showers heat up faster and are easier to use
- Bathing towels/wipes: pre-moistened disposable wipes such as Coleman Swash Cloths
- Binoculars: small
- Whisk broom: small (no long handle). To sweep wet sand off of tent and ground cloth
- Paddling gloves
- Splash jacket and pants
- Lightweight cord and clothespins for drying clothes in camp
- Notebook and pen
Download our travel planner here:
Jackson_Lake_Kayaking_Trip_Planner.pdf
Trip planner is in PDF format and requires Acrobat Reader.
