About Rendezvous River Sports
Rendezvous River Sports is Jackson Hole's dedicated paddle-sports outfitter, founded in 1995 on West Broadway in the heart of town. Over three decades the shop has grown into the Intermountain West's most comprehensive kayak, canoe, SUP, and raft retailer, while also operating a full guide and instruction programme under the Jackson Hole Kayak School banner. They are permitted in Grand Teton National Park and Bridger-Teton National Forest.
Rental options include whitewater and touring kayaks, inflatable kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, canoes, and packrafts — all refreshed annually. Guided trips range from beginner-friendly lake paddles on Jackson Lake and String Lake to multi-day backcountry expeditions through Yellowstone and Grand Teton. The kayak school offers ACA-certified instruction from flatwater basics to advanced whitewater rolling clinics, with private and group sessions available throughout the summer.
What makes Rendezvous stand out is the breadth of their offering under one roof. You can buy a boat, rent a board, take a lesson, or book a five-day expedition — all from the same team. The staff are competitive paddlers and river guides who live in the valley year-round, and their local beta on water levels, access points, and conditions is unmatched. It is the one-stop shop for anything that floats in Jackson Hole.
