Rendezvous River Sports - Inflatable Snake River Kayak Tours.
Top 10 Unique Jackson Wyoming Summer Activities You’ve Probably Never Heard Of (That You Should Definitely Do!)
If you’ve been dreaming of a Jackson Hole escape filled with breathtaking vistas, wild experiences, and magical moments you’ll be sharing for years, this is your list.
These are not your usual tourist stops. We’ve compiled the top 10 off-the-beaten-path activities that will transform an ordinary vacation into a "you-won’t-believe-what-we-did" kind of trip. Whether you’re traveling solo, with a partner, or planning your next family getaway, these Jackson Wyoming summer activities will make your vacation unforgettable.
1. Inflatable Kayaking on the Snake River (Rendezvous River Sports)
Do you want to truly experience the rapids? Forget the big group raft. Hop into a rubber ducky (inflatable tandem kayak) and feel the waves firsthand. Champagne Rapids, Lunch Counter, and Big Kahuna will have real meaning after this adventure.
Best For: Families with kids 8+, adventure-seeking couples, or first-timers looking for more than just a float.
Local Tip: Reserve the morning trip (8:30 am) to beat the crowds and ensure smoother logistics.
🎟️ Reserve your spot: jacksonholekayak.com | 📞 (307) 733-2471
2. Cowboy Coaster on Snow King
Think rollercoaster, but with you in the driver’s seat, racing through alpine meadows with a breathtaking view of the Tetons. Snow King’s Cowboy Coaster zooms you half a mile down the mountain with thrilling curves, drops, and g-forces.
Best For: Families, kids 3+, or anyone who still dreams of being a cowboy but loves speed.
Fun Fact: The ride reaches 25 mph and drops the height of a 45-story building!
🎟️ Make your ride: snowkingmountain.com | 📞 (307) 201-5667
3. Yellowstone Hiking Adventure (Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures)
Skip the bus tours. This is Yellowstone, unscripted. Walk through thermal wonders, watch geysers erupt from quiet overlooks, and possibly glimpse a grizzly—all led by a naturalist guide who brings the stories alive.
Best For: Wildlife lovers, geology enthusiasts, and those looking to explore the world’s first national park up close.
What You’ll Learn: The reason mud pots bubble, what elk think during rut season, and how conservation thrives in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
🌲 Find out more: jhecotouradventures.com
4. Viewing the Stars at the Snow King Planetarium
This isn’t just a simple “look-up-at-the-sky” night. This is stargazing 8,000 feet closer to the cosmos, at the only mountaintop observatory and planetarium in the U.S.
What You’ll Experience: Live demonstrations, a solar telescope, Science On a Sphere, and ever-changing cosmic shows in the 8-meter dome.
Why It’s Cool: Summer heat? Step into space. Winter snow? Watch galaxies whirl from the warmth inside.
✨ Explore space: snowkingmountain.com
5. Bike the Cache Creek Trails (Teton Mountain Bike Tours)
Rent a fat bike or mountain bike and ride directly into the backcountry—just minutes from downtown. Cache Creek offers smooth trails, shady aspen groves, and the occasional moose sighting.
Best Trails: Putt-Putt (family-friendly), Hagen (moderate), Ferrin’s (a local rite of passage).
Why We Love It: It’s the fastest way to feel like a Jackson local. Ride, then refuel with a post-ride burrito.
🚴 Book a ride: tetonmtbike.com
6. Enjoy a Chuckwagon Dinner (The Little Jennie Ranch)
Imagine a wagon ride through open sagebrush, steaks sizzling on a fire, cowboy songs in the breeze, and stars overhead.
What’s Included: Steak, beans, cornbread, live music, storytelling, and maybe even some two-steppin’.
Best Part: It’s dinner and a show—Wyoming-style.
🥩 Book a table: thelittlejennieranch.com/chuckwagon-rides
7. Photography Tour with a Local Pro
Want that perfect sunrise shot of a moose with the Tetons glowing in the background? A local guide will help you capture it. These photo tours are part workshop, part safari—and completely unforgettable.
Best For: Beginners to pros. Learn composition, wildlife tracking, and storytelling through the lens.
Tip: Spring and fall are peak times for bears, elk, and jaw-dropping lighting.
📸 Book your tour: Alpenglow Tours
8. Have Fun and Do Good: Voluntourism with Being Wild JH
Stretch barbed wire to help wildlife roam freely. Assist in banding songbirds for migration monitoring. Remove invasive weeds from pristine meadows. This isn’t just feel-good work—it’s meaningful action that makes a difference.
Best For: Families with teens, solo travelers with a heart, and anyone wanting a deeper connection to nature.
Insider Tip: The bird banding program is a hit with kids—and it’s a rare opportunity to hold a songbird that has traveled from Mexico.
🌿 Sign up: beingwildjh.com
9. Hike to the Top of the Tram—Earn Your Waffles, Earn the Views
Most ride the tram up and hike down. But if you love the challenge, hiking from Teton Village to the top of Rendezvous Mountain (10,450 ft) is an adventure worth every step.
Trail Stats:
🥾 7.4 miles one way
⛰️ 4,139 ft elevation gain
🕒 3–6 hours (strenuous)
What You’ll Get: Sweeping Teton views, wildflowers, solitude, and serious bragging rights.
Pro Tip: Start early, bring plenty of water, and carry bear spray. Corbet’s Cabin serves waffles as your reward.
🧇 Trail map + info: jacksonhole.com/summer-trails
10. Snow King Zip Line Adventure
Soar over treetops and feel the rush as you zip across the face of Snow King Mountain. Get a bird’s-eye view of the Tetons like never before.
Why It’s Special: It’s not just one zip line—it’s a whole series of them for maximum thrill.
Pair It With: The Cowboy Coaster for a full half-day of mountain-fueled fun.
🧗♂️ More info: snowkingmountain.com
Jackson Hole isn’t just a place—it’s a gateway to unforgettable memories. These 10 experiences will connect you to the land, wildlife, and wild heart of the West.
So, what are you waiting for?
✅ Choose your adventure
❌ Don’t book late—especially for guided tours
✅ See more Jackson Wyoming summer activities at AllJacksonHole Summer Activities.
