JACKSON RAFTING FIELD GUIDE
Six Days on the Snake: Self-Guided Canoe, Fishing Raft, or Drift Boat Rentals from Jackson
Leisure Sports in Jackson rents paddle rafts, oar rafts, canoes and drift boats—letting you skip the guide fee and choose everything from Class III rapids to calm Oxbow stretches.
Six Days on the Snake: Self-Guided Canoe, Fishing Raft, or Drift Boat Rentals from Jackson.
Leisure Sports offers six-day rentals of paddle rafts, oar rafts, canoes, inflatable kayaks, fishing rafts and drift boats for self-guided trips on the Snake River out of Jackson. Whether you want adrenaline on Class III rapids or a slow float past the Oxbow bend, their fleet and experienced staff let you pick the section that suits your party and leave with life jackets, oars or paddles included for the chosen craft.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A boat for every mood—from paddle rafts to drift boats
Leisure Sports rents a range of watercraft—Aire self-bailing paddle and oar rafts, inflatable kayaks, fishing rafts, canoes and drift boats—so you can tailor six days on the Snake River from high-adrenaline runs to angling-focused days.
Sections for every skill: rapids and Oxbow calm
The Snake River contains stretches that range from Class III rapids to the serene Oxbow bend, allowing groups to mix scenic floats with more challenging whitewater depending on the route they pick.
Self-guided with knowledgeable staff on hand
If you want to save the guide fee and run the river yourself, Leisure Sports supplies the equipment and experienced staff will help you choose the water excursion that matches your group’s ability and goals.
What the day feels like
What the six-day rental feels like
A six-day rental with Leisure Sports is a choose-your-own-adventure on the Snake River: mornings spent rigging life jackets, oars or paddles at the shop, days alternating between pulse-raising Class III drops and slow, contemplative floats past oxbow meanders, and evenings unpacking at riverside camps or returning to Jackson with a trailer full of memories.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Fishing rafts come with life jackets and oars; drift boats include life jackets, paddles, a drift boat trailer and an anchor. Other boats include safety equipment appropriate to the craft.
Additional rentals available from Leisure Sports include frames & oars, wetsuits, dry bags (10L/30L/55L), splash tops and booties, barrel pumps, coolers (various Yeti sizes by day), hitch ($5/day) and bear spray ($10/day), each with daily pricing.
Discuss your party size and route with Leisure Sports’ experienced staff so they can recommend the right craft and required accessories for a safe rental.
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, Aire self-bailing rafts, inflatable kayaks, fishing rafts, canoes and drift boats.
What is included with a fishing raft rental?
Fishing rafts are rented with life jackets and oars included.
What does a drift boat rental include?
Drift boat rentals include life jackets, paddles, a drift boat trailer and an anchor.
Can I do this trip without hiring a guide?
Yes—Leisure Sports advertises rentals specifically for people who want to save the guide fee and run self-guided trips; their staff will help you choose an appropriate stretch of the river.
What other equipment can I rent if I need it?
Available add-ons include frames & oars, wetsuits, life jackets, paddles, throw bags, barrel pumps, dry bags (10L/30L/55L), splash tops, booties, K-pumps, various Yeti coolers, a hitch and bear spray, all with daily rates listed.
Is the Snake River suitable for families?
Yes—the Snake River has sections appropriate for families, including calm stretches like the Oxbow bend, though other sections offer Class III rapids for more experienced parties.