There’s no denying it—paddleboarding on the Teton River has exploded in popularity.

Considering the Teton’s exceptional beauty and calm, gently-flowing waters, it’s little surprise that groups of paddlerboarders are finding their way to Driggs.

That said, there are varying degrees of enthusiasm regarding this increased use.

Fishermen deal with larger amounts of traffic when trying to cast out a fly, and there’s a concerning uptick in confrontations between livestock, wildlife, and dogs.

The Teton River in Driggs, Idaho is one of the most peaceful, scenic, and relaxing places you could ever hope to go paddleboarding. Casually floating pastoral farmland beneath towering, snow-covered peaks, while navigating a gentle section of river that’s teeming with wildlife, like moose!

If you’re looking to paddleboard the Teton River, here are 9 reasons to choose Wai Mauna—the Driggs paddleboard specialists.