JACKSON, Wyo. — Snake River Fund is once again partnering with JH Kayak Club to bring Snake River Fest 2026 to Jackson Hole’s river-loving community and all who have found joy and inspiration from the waters of northwest Wyoming. Now in its fifth year, festivities will run from June 5 to June 7 at venues throughout the watershed.
Snake River Fest was established to celebrate our region’s federally designated Wild & Scenic streams. It is also a call to action, informing the public of the many challenges the watershed faces, including potential access limitations, water quality issues, increasing stream side development, inadequate flow management, and the implications of climate change, and honoring the numerous nonprofits, agencies, businesses, and concerned members of the community who are fighting for the ecological health of, and public access to, our waters.
Those who love the Snake River have much to be proud of. Snake River Fest is where we come together to celebrate that pride.
Festivities
June 5 – The Snake River Fest Block Party & Stewardship Social (4 p.m. to sundown)
Held at Phil Baux Park and sponsored by Dave Hansen Whitewater, this gathering gives attendees the opportunity to connect with the river community while enjoying live music by the Jackson Six, food trucks, beer tents, raffle prizes, interactive booths, and local vendors.
June 6 – Kids Fishing Day
Spend the morning at R-Park with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department as they host this family friendly event centered on learning and fun.
June 6 – Big Race on the Hoback
Based at the historic Gilcrease Cabin on the banks of the Hoback River, this fun-filled
competition includes an evening race featuring a youth divisions and kayak, SUP, and raft categories. Free shuttles allow competitors to inspect the course and float in a non competitive atmosphere. The award ceremony and afterparty will include live music and raffles.
June 7 – Greys River Boater-X
Competitors of this expert-only kayak race will paddle head-to-head down the technical
Class IV whitewater section of the Greys River. Rafters looking to play in the Snake
River Canyon can take advantage of a free shuttle and trailer running throughout the day between West Table and Sheep Gulch Boat Ramps.
From paddlers and anglers to families who enjoy hanging out by our streams and lakes, this is a gathering for all river lovers. Revenue from the event supports year-round programming on and off the water.
To learn more, visit www.snakeriverfest.com or give Naomi Orchard, events and programs coordinator for Snake River Fund, a holler at naomi@snakeriverfund.org.
