Jenny Lake & Jackson Lake Boat Tours, Grand Teton National Park

Boat tours in Grand Teton National Park offer a wide range of choices, from solitary floats down a tame river, canoeing and kayaking, to small cruises across larger park lakes.

Touring the glory of Grand Teton National Park by boat is one way to experience the majesty of this incredible park. You can find multiple methods of boating, but using a tour guide is best, as you can have an extremely safe trip and learn all about the region in the process.

Scenic Tours by Kayak

Scenic tours by kayak transport you into the heart of the wilderness, past the lakeshores where wildlife graze and down rivers with unspoiled forests on each side. Adventures are abundant inside and around Grand Teton National Park.

Rafting the Snake River

Rafting or boating the Snake River is a favorite, and can be done by all ages. You can take short 1/2 day trips or full day and even overnight excursions. The section of the Snake River that runs through Grand Teton National Park is a scenic and flat stretch of water. Boaters can enjoy scenery that is breathtaking and see various birds and wildlife. The southern end of the Snake River runs out of the park to Jackson Hole, past many scenic views just west of town. As it meanders south of the park and south of Jackson, Wyoming, it enters the Snake River Canyon, offering white water rafting enthusiasts an avenue for thrill and excitement.

A number of park rafting tours are available, including a beginner’s run from Jackson Lake Dam to Pacific Creek and an intermediate run from Pacific Creek to Deadman’s Bar.

Find the Right Tour

When choosing a boat tour within the park, the main locations for these adventures are at Jenny Lake, Jackson Lake, and the Snake River. In fact, trips can be public or private and many tour companies are located in Jackson, not far from the park.

Other boat trips venture into areas outside of the park. Prices vary greatly, but each one includes safety equipment, skillful and friendly tour guides and places to stop for food and taking photos. You can browse the providers and determine which is right for you.