SNAKE RIVER FUND

Protecting and promoting the Snake River for the benefit of present and future generations.

WHAT WE DO

GIVING SEASON ENDS SEPTEMBER 12TH!

Ensuring Our Watershed’s Ecological Integrity

The Snake River Fund has a long history of leading conservation efforts throughout our watershed, including:

  • The annual Spring Sweep cleanup on the Snake River
  • Partner-led stream restoration on numerous tributaries
  • Water quality monitoring on the Hoback River
  • Advocacy for responsible flow management at Jackson Lake Dam

Stewardship is a year-round responsibility, and we can only accomplish this work with your support. Join us this Giving Season by contributing through Old Bills! Giving Season ends September 12th.

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OUR MISSION

Promoting stewardship of and public access to the Snake River watershed in Wyoming.

We place a strong emphasis on partnerships, education, and public outreach.

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Your Voice for the River

Since 1999, the Snake River Fund has been Northwest Wyoming’s leading organization advocating for recreational access to and stewardship of the Snake River Headwaters.

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OUR PRIORITIES

Our organization seeks to fund educational programs for kids, protect/restore fisheries, enhance public access, promote safer boating culture, prevent aquatic invasive species, advocate for Snake River headwaters.

Stewardship

Snake River Fund protects the Snake River watershed in Wyoming, preserving its ecosystem and biodiversity for future generations. It’s one of the few U.S. rivers with Wild & Scenic designation.

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Access

We are dedicated to promoting public access to the Snake River watershed—helping agencies fund boat ramp repairs, provide specialized training, and keep the community’s favorite river spots public.

ACCESS SITE STATUS, KNOWN CONDITIONS & HAZARDS

Education

We inspire all ages to explore and appreciate the Snake River and its tributaries. Through hands-on educational programs, we connect kids, students, river guides, and the broader community with the river’s natural beauty and importance.

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Partnerships

Snake River Fund connects people for the benefit of both the river and the community. We have a unique ability to turn every contribution into meaningful impact—thanks to strong partnerships and a solution-oriented approach.

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JUNE 6-8, 2025

Snake River Fest

The Snake River Fund and its key partners are excited to announce the 4th Annual Snake River Fest!

The Snake River and its headwater tributaries are an indispensable resource to Jackson Hole and our neighboring communities. Teton County’s 400+ miles of Wild & Scenic Rivers attract visitors from around the globe and local residents alike for their scenery, fishery, wildlife habitat, and recreational opportunities.

Snake River Fest celebrates the history, stewardship, and culture of our great river, along with the joy we all find in River Time. Join us June 6 – June 8, 2025 as our community celebrates our Wild and Scenic Rivers.

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Access Site Status, Known Conditions and Hazards

Use this map to identify current river conditions including known hazards, closures and more. Please respect the river, know your skill level, the capacity of your craft, and the capabilities of your partners. Don’t know, Don’t go.

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Upcoming Events

The Snake River never stops flowing.

Neither do the opportunities to cherish, protect and recreate on it’s waters and banks. Your donation to the Snake River Fund makes it possible for us to better balance the needs of the river and our community. Just like the river, the Snake River Fund works year-round to protect the future of the Snake River for future generations.

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Bridger-Teton River User Fee System Now In Effect

After a two-year process involving planning and public comment, Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF) has established its river user fee program as of May 1st, 2025 to address increased maintenance and personnel costs on a reach of river that has experienced greater visitation almost every year for the past three decades.

Join Snake River Fund’s Fight to Protect Teton County Public Lands

A decade’s long effort to transfer BLM lands into Teton County hands is at a precarious tipping point and, now, access to some of our community’s most precious riparian public lands is under threat. BLM Parcel 9/10 is 350+ acres of public lands sitting just North of Emily’s Pond. You may know it best for the nearly 3 linear miles of levee top access.

Snake River Fund Realizes Major Win for Public Lands

The Snake River Fund has been successful in their request that approximately 2000 linear feet of public lands be opened for the enjoyment of all this winter. BLM Parcel 9/10 is approximately 320 acres of public land situated just to the north of Emily’s Pond in Teton County.
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The Snake River Fund is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. © Copyright Snake River Fund.