JACKSON RAFTING FIELD GUIDE
Self‑Guided on the Snake: Rent a Canoe, Fishing Raft, or Drift Boat in Jackson Hole
Leisure Sports rents paddle and oar rafts, canoes, drift boats and fishing rafts for self‑guided trips on the Snake River; this guide explains what’s included, rental options, and how to match a float to your appetite for rapids or scenery.
Self‑Guided on the Snake: Rent a Canoe, Fishing Raft, or Drift Boat in Jackson Hole.
Leisure Sports in Jackson Hole outfits you for a day on the Snake River: choose from canoes, paddle rafts, oar rafts, inflatable kayaks, fishing rafts, or drift boats and set out at your own pace. Whether you want the adrenaline of Class III rapids or a gentle float past the Oxbow bend, their fleet and staff allow you to tailor a self‑guided outing that fits skill, group size, and fishing ambitions.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A fleet for every objective
Rent high‑quality Aire self‑bailing paddle and oar rafts, inflatable kayaks, canoes, fishing rafts, or drift boats. Each boat type is provisioned to match its use—fishing rafts with oars and pumps, drift boats with paddles, anchors and trailers—so you can pick gear suited to rapids, fishing, or a scenic float.
Options from Class III drops to tranquil bends
The Snake River offers sections for every taste: run adrenaline‑packed Class III rapids or drift through iconic scenic stretches like the Oxbow bend. Leisure Sports’ staff will help you select the section that matches your group’s experience and goals.
Skip the guide, keep the flexibility
This is a do‑it‑yourself rental service—rent the boat and safety equipment, then plan your own day on the river. It’s an economical choice if you want to save the guide fee while still getting professionally maintained craft and safety gear.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
You collect your chosen craft and safety gear from Leisure Sports, get oriented by staff, and launch onto the Snake River for a self‑guided trip. The experience can range from working your way through Class III whitewater in paddle or oar rafts to a languid drift past the Oxbow bend in a canoe or drift boat—fishing gear and drift boat anchors are available if your plan is angling rather than surfing waves.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Canoe rentals: life jackets, canoes, paddles, down straps. Fishing raft rentals: life jackets, oars, pump. Drift boat rentals: life jackets, paddles, drift boat trailer, anchor.
Additional rentals include Hitch $5/day; Frame & Oars $35; Wetsuits, life jackets, paddles, throw bag, barrel pump $10; Dry bags: 10L $5 / 30L $10 / 55L $15; Splash tops, booties, K‑Pump $8; Yeti coolers from $15–$25 daily; Bear spray $10/day.
Rentals are self‑guided and operate on a day schedule—guests must return equipment by 5pm.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What types of boats can I rent?
Leisure Sports rents paddle rafts, oar rafts, inflatable kayaks, canoes, fishing rafts, and drift boats.
Is safety equipment provided?
Yes—life jackets are included with canoe, fishing raft, and drift boat rentals; other safety items such as pumps and throw bags are available to rent.
Do I need a guide?
These rentals are intended for self‑guided trips—Leisure Sports outfits you and their staff can advise on river sections, but the outing is do‑it‑yourself.
Can I fish from the rented boats?
Yes—fishing rafts and drift boats are available and come with appropriate gear (oars, pumps for rafts; anchors and trailers for drift boats).
When do I need to return the boat?
All rentals are due back by 5pm.
What additional gear can I rent?
You can rent items such as frames & oars, wetsuits, dry bags, splash tops, booties, pumps, coolers, and bear spray for daily rates listed by Leisure Sports.