Day Trips Near San Antonio on the San Marcos River
Just 45 minutes from San Antonio — riverside cabanas, covered picnic tables, tubing, and kayaking on 150 private, spring-fed, family-friendly acres.
Why Drive 45 Minutes from San Antonio for a Day at Son's
Son's River Ranch is a 150-acre, family-owned river resort just 45 minutes from San Antonio on the spring-fed San Marcos River. The water stays a steady 72°F year-round, the current is gentle with small rapids and no dams, and we own both the put-in and the take-out — so the shuttle handles the rest. It's the easiest, closest day trip from San Antonio if you want crystal-clear Hill Country water without driving hours to the Frio or Comal.
We're built for Texas families and friend groups, not the party-barge crowd. Pet-free, no booze cruises, no spring-break chaos — just a private stretch of river with riverside cabanas, covered picnic tables, tubes, kayaks, swimming, fishing, volleyball, and wide open space to spread out. Stake out a base camp on the river in the morning, float and grill all day, and roll home to San Antonio by dinner.
All-Day Day Rentals
Everything You Can Do in One Day at Son's
Mix and match — book a base camp, add wristbands, and float as many times as you want.
Riverside Cabanas
From $69/day · Up to 15 guests
- Palm-thatched shade & seating
- Charcoal BBQ pit + picnic table
- Hammock + bar-top counter
- Water & electricity, 2 car parking
- Steps from the river
Covered Picnic Tables
From $49/day · Up to 10 guests
- Covered shade structure
- Charcoal BBQ grill
- Hammock for between floats
- 2 car parking included
- Right on the riverbank
Tubing
$29.99/person · Unlimited floats
- 1.5-mile spring-fed float route
- Tube rental included
- Free shuttle back to the top
- Kids 3 & under float free
- No reservation needed
Kayaking & Paddle Boards
Included with wristband
- Single & tandem kayaks
- Paddle boards available
- Gentle current, small rapids, no dams
- 1.5-mile paddle route
- Great for first-timers
Add an overnight stay and save 25% on day rentals
Pair any cabana, picnic table, or wristband with an overnight cabin or bell tent — the discount applies to your whole group.
Make It a Weekend
Make a Weekend of It — Stay Riverside
and Get 20% Off Cabanas, Picnic Tables, Tubing & Kayaking
You drove 45 minutes from San Antonio — don't rush home. Stay overnight in a glamping cabin, safari cabin, log cabin, or bell tent steps from the river. Wake up and float again.
Glamping Cabins
From $149/night · Sleeps 4
- Air conditioning & heating
- Queen bed + day bed
- Kitchenette with mini fridge
- Private fire pit & grill
- Steps from the river
Log Cabins
From $199/night · Sleeps 6
- Authentic log cabin experience
- AC, heating & electricity
- Multiple beds for families
- Private fire pit & grill
- Riverside location
Safari Cabins
From $249/night · Sleeps 9
- Full kitchen & bathroom
- TV, WiFi & AC
- Covered porch with river views
- Perfect for large groups & families
- Private fire pit & grill
Bell Tents
From $99/night · Sleeps 5
- Real beds — not sleeping bags
- Electricity & lighting
- Classic camping feel, elevated
- Communal fire pit area
- Riverside location
Day Trip from San Antonio FAQ
Real questions from San Antonio visitors planning a day at Son's River Ranch.
Plan Your Day Trip from San Antonio
Reserve a cabana or picnic table now, grab wristbands at the gate, and float crystal-clear, 72°F water all day. 45 minutes from San Antonio.
Getting Here from San Antonio
Address
Son's River Ranch
1400 Sherrill Road
Kingsbury, TX 78638
877-577-7667
Drive Times
- • From Austin: ~45 minutes via I-35 South
- • From San Antonio: ~45 minutes
- • From New Braunfels: ~25 minutes
- • From Houston: ~2.5 hours
Explore More at Son's River Ranch
Riverside Cabanas
Day-use cabanas on the San Marcos River.
All Day Rentals
Full menu of cabanas, picnic tables & wristbands.
Tubing Near San Antonio
Float the spring-fed San Marcos River.
Kayaking Near San Antonio
Same crystal-clear river — by paddle.
Glamping Cabins from San Antonio
Make a weekend of it — save 25%.
Plan Your Visit
Hours, what to bring, directions.