Snake River in Wyoming: No Town by That Name, But Jackson Hole Is Close

There is no town named "Snake River" in Wyoming. The Snake River itself, however, is a major waterway flowing through the state, and the nearest notable community is Jackson Hole (often referring to the town of Jackson and the surrounding valley).

Snake River in Wyoming

• Source: Yellowstone National Park (Two Ocean Plateau)
• Course: Flows south through Jackson Lake, then Jackson Hole valley, turns west into Idaho (Palisades Reservoir), continues across southern Idaho, then north along Oregon/Idaho border, into Washington, joins Columbia River.
• Wyoming Segment: ~200 miles, entirely within or bordering protected lands (Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton NF).

Jackson / Jackson Hole

• Town of Jackson: Population ~10,000; county seat of Teton County.
• Jackson Hole Valley: 48 mi long, 8–15 mi wide, flanked by Tetons (west) and Gros Ventre Range (east).
• Relation to River: Snake River meanders through the valley; accessible from multiple points (Wilson, Moose, Snake River Overlook).
• Services: Lodging, dining, outfitters (float trips, fishing), airport (JAC), gateway to Grand Teton & Yellowstone.

Other Wyoming Towns Near the Snake

• Moran – At Jackson Lake, park facilities.
• Moose – Near park headquarters, Craig Thomas Visitor Center.
• Wilson – West of Jackson, river access.
• Alpine – Near Palisades Reservoir (Idaho border).

If you're looking for the Snake River in Wyoming, head to Jackson Hole. The river is the valley's lifeline—scenic, fishable, floatable, and central to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.