MOOSE RAFTING FIELD GUIDE
Drift the Snake beneath the Tetons: a calm, guided float through Grand Teton’s braided river corridor
A two-hour guided scenic float on the Snake River with Solitude Float Trips, this guide explains logistics, who the trip suits and what to expect on the water.
Drift the Snake beneath the Tetons: a calm, guided float through Grand Teton’s braided river corridor.
A low, slow drift on the wild and scenic Snake River reveals the Grand Teton Range in cinematic slices: serrated granite ridges, braided channels and riverbanks where moose, elk and bald eagles regularly appear. Solitude Float Trips runs a two-hour guided scenic float through this core of Grand Teton National Park—an unhurried, interpretive journey designed for families, couples and nature lovers who want to experience Jackson Hole’s river corridor without the exertion of a full-day raft trip.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spectacular views of the Grand Teton Range
The float provides sweeping, close-range views of the Teton Range from the water, letting the mountains anchor the trip’s visual drama as the river threads the valley below.
Opportunities to spot moose, elk and bald eagles
The Snake River corridor is prime wildlife habitat; guides point out likely sightings and interpret animal behavior as you float, with moose and bald eagles commonly reported along the route.
A scenic float on a wild and scenic river
This calm, guided drift down a braided stretch of the Snake River emphasizes observation and interpretation rather than whitewater, offering a relaxed way to explore Grand Teton’s river corridor.
What the day feels like
What the float feels like
From a short shuttle to a gentle launch, the rhythm of the outing is deliberately unhurried: a brief van transfer to the put-in, then roughly two hours on the water with a knowledgeable guide at the oars. Expect calm currents, plenty of riverbank scenery and an interpretive voice describing geology and wildlife as you drift beneath the Tetons.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this float suits — and when to think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Children must meet the minimum age and weight (5 years, 50 lb) to be properly fitted for a personal flotation device (PFD or life jacket); consider your child’s attention span given the roughly two-hour float (2.5 hours including shuttle) and the lack of restroom breaks on the river.
Participants should be able to step into a 15-passenger van, climb onto the trailer dock (three steps), step down approximately 18–20 inches into the raft, sit on the raft tube (no solid back support) and walk up a short, uneven riverbank at the landing.
The outing is listed as a 2.5-hour commitment including the shuttle; the float portion itself is about two hours.
The scenic float is operated by Solitude Float Trips and runs in season from May through September.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The full outing is listed as 2.5 hours; the float portion is about two hours, with the remainder accounting for the shuttle.
Where do we meet?
Meeting takes place at 1 Teton Park Road in Moose, Wyoming.
What are the age and weight requirements for children?
Children must be at least five years old and weigh at least 50 pounds in order to be properly fitted for a personal flotation device.
Will we see wildlife on the float?
Yes—guides often point out wildlife along the Snake River corridor, including moose, elk and bald eagles.
Are there restroom stops during the float?
No—there are no planned stops or restroom breaks on the river during the approximately two-hour float.
I have limited mobility—can I still do the float?
Participants must be able to step into a van, climb onto a trailer dock and step down into the raft, sit on the raft tube and walk on uneven ground at the landing; if you have specific concerns, contact the operator to describe your situation.