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Jackson Hole, Wyoming · Guided on the Snake River · May—September
The Journal

Stories, tips, and ideas.

Behind-the-scenes, how-to guides, and news from the team.

5 Tips for Whitewater Rafting

5 Tips for Whitewater Rafting

Guest post from Sarah Vee: five whitewater rafting tips learned over years of guiding on Class V rivers.

Jul 24, 2017
Five Must Have Pieces of Gear for Rafting

Five Must Have Pieces of Gear for Rafting

Guest post from NRS: five pieces of rafting gear that first-time rafters don't usually think about but will love having on the river.

May 11, 2018
9 Things To Do in Jackson Hole in Winter

9 Things To Do in Jackson Hole in Winter

Nine winter activities in Jackson Hole: skiing, dog sled tours, sleigh rides, snowmobiling, tubing, national park tours, gondola rides, s...

Dec 19, 2018
Things to do in Jackson Hole in Winter Off the Slopes

Things to do in Jackson Hole in Winter Off the Slopes

Off-slope winter activities in Jackson Hole: wildlife safaris, cross-country skiing, sleigh rides, raptor centers, art galleries, and cul...

Jan 30, 2019
Wyoming Attractions for Summer Vacationers

Wyoming Attractions for Summer Vacationers

Ten top Wyoming attractions for summer vacationers: from the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram to Yellowstone, Devil's Tower, and the Miracle Mile.

Aug 1, 2017
6 Essentials for Given'r While Whitewater Rafting

6 Essentials for Given'r While Whitewater Rafting

Give'r's six top picks for whitewater rafting essentials: polarized sunglasses, croakies, trucker hats, neck coozies, bamboo shirts, and ...

Aug 1, 2018
Best Rivers for Whitewater Rafting in the US

Best Rivers for Whitewater Rafting in the US

Six top rivers for whitewater rafting in the US: the Snake in Wyoming, Salmon in Idaho, Gauley in West Virginia, Colorado in Arizona, Gre...

Dec 20, 2018
A Local's Guide to Rainy Day Activities in Jackson Hole

A Local's Guide to Rainy Day Activities in Jackson Hole

Rainy-day activities in Jackson Hole: museums, hot springs, art galleries, scenic drives, and rafting in the rain.

Feb 26, 2026
What is a Float Trip?

What is a Float Trip?

Everything you need to know about scenic river floats in Jackson Hole: what they are, what you'll see, and what to bring.

Oct 22, 2025
What is Whitewater? A Complete Breakdown for First-Time Rafters

What is Whitewater? A Complete Breakdown for First-Time Rafters

What whitewater actually is, how rapids are classified I–VI, how to read a river, and what to expect on your first rafting trip.

Sep 19, 2025
Salt Lake City to Jackson Hole Road Trip: Scenic Stops and More

Salt Lake City to Jackson Hole Road Trip: Scenic Stops and More

A 280-mile road trip from Salt Lake City to Jackson Hole: Bear Lake, Lava Hot Springs, best food stops, and things to do in Jackson.

Sep 15, 2025
How to Avoid Injury On a Rafting Trip

How to Avoid Injury On a Rafting Trip

How to avoid the most common whitewater-rafting injuries: proper footwear, sunscreen, blister prevention, rock collisions, and helmet use.

Jan 13, 2025
Lodging in Jackson Hole, WY

Lodging in Jackson Hole, WY

Our favorite lodging in Jackson Hole: Anvil Hotel, 49er Inn, Rustic Inn, Rockwell Inn, Snake River Lodge, Spring Creek Ranch, The Lodge, ...

Feb 26, 2025
Why You Should Book An Early Season Raft Trip

Why You Should Book An Early Season Raft Trip

Early-season Snake River rafting in June and July: bigger rapids, wildflowers in bloom, ideal weather, and fewer crowds.

Dec 17, 2024
Top 5 Whitewater Rafting Myths

Top 5 Whitewater Rafting Myths

Debunking the top five whitewater rafting myths: fitness, thrill-level, safety, swimming, and 'all trips are the same.'

Dec 19, 2017
Why Book A Combo Whitewater and Scenic Rafting Trip?

Why Book A Combo Whitewater and Scenic Rafting Trip?

Why a combo whitewater and scenic rafting trip is the perfect choice: best of both worlds, all ages, full-day adventure, guided insight, ...

Jul 12, 2024
Top 5 Reasons to Say Yes to Adventure - Rafting Edition

Top 5 Reasons to Say Yes to Adventure - Rafting Edition

Five reasons a Jackson Hole whitewater rafting adventure is worth saying yes to: excitement, new people, adrenaline, perspective, and exp...

Jan 30, 2019
Favorite Things To Do in Jackson Hole

Favorite Things To Do in Jackson Hole

Our favorite things to do in Jackson Hole from guest blogger Flat Creek Inn: Granite Hot Springs, elk-refuge sleigh rides, the Fish Hatch...

Jan 7, 2019
Looking Back On Guide Training - POV

Looking Back On Guide Training - POV

Insight from first-year Teton Whitewater guide Landon Bryce on running the lower canyon and learning safety scenarios.

Jul 17, 2015