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Just show up, grill, float, and relax. [Explore Cabanas & Picnic Tables ](/day-rentals#cabanas) ![Tubing & Kayaking](/assets/family-tubing-AMFjpX70.webp) Float the River ### Tubing & Kayaking $29.99 unlimited all-day 10:30am - 6:30pm 1.5 miles of uncrowded spring-fed river. We handle the shuttle — you just float. No reservations needed. [Explore Tubing & Kayaking ](/day-rentals#tubing-kayaking) ![Glamping & Safari Cabins](/assets/gallery-glamping-sunset-Cef4d3LR.webp) Stay Overnight ### Glamping & Safari Cabins Starting at $49/night (weekdays) Check-In: 3:30pm Out: 11am Air-conditioned cabins with real beds, kitchenettes, fire pits, hammocks & BBQ grills. Fall asleep to the sound of the river. [See All Overnight Options ](/stay-overnight) ## 1.5 Miles of Clear, Family-Friendly River The San Marcos River is spring-fed, flowing cool and clear all summer long, even in the harshest of droughts. Enjoy a gentle, relaxing float through beautiful cypress and pecan trees. Perfect for all ages. Tube or kayak as many times as you want with our unlimited wristband, and our friendly shuttles bring you right back to do it again. 72°F Spring-Fed Water 1.5 Mile Float Unlimited Tubing & Kayaking Included Shuttle Service [Learn About Tubing & Kayaking](/day-rentals#tubing-kayaking) $29.99 per person for unlimited float access ![Families floating on the crystal-clear San Marcos River](/assets/booking-modal-bg-IELY16qa.webp) ## A Family-Friendly River Getaway with Private River Access Son's River Ranch is a family-friendly San Marcos River getaway on a private 3/4-mile stretch of the **72-degree spring-fed water** in the heart of the Texas Hill Country — a peaceful place for glamping, tubing, and kayaking where families and friends can reconnect, have fun, and relax. With **private river access** and air-conditioned cabins steps from the water, kids can explore and splash, adults can unwind in a riverside cabin, and everyone can enjoy the simple joy of being together outdoors — without the public put-in crowds. ## What Makes Son's River Ranch Different ![Aerial view of 168-acre riverside glamping property on the San Marcos River near Austin and San Antonio](/assets/aerial-property-LlFrEhqe.webp) ### 150 Private Acres Room to spread out. Your family won't feel packed in like sardines. ![Family tubing the uncrowded San Marcos River near Austin, San Antonio and New Braunfels](/assets/tubing-kayak-18-Dzln_ry4.webp) ### Uncrowded River Float 1.5 miles without bumping into strangers. This isn't downtown New Braunfels. ![Interior of an air-conditioned riverside glamping cabin in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/glamping-3-Kck9xPF9.webp) ### Real Comfort AC cabins, clean bathrooms, shaded spots. Glamping means no suffering. ![Families enjoying a pet-free river getaway at Son's River Ranch on the San Marcos River](/assets/family-atmosphere-KOHPkl7m.webp) ### Family Atmosphere No rowdy party crowds. Just family and friend groups who respect each other. ![Riverside glamping cabin with grill, hammock and seating on the San Marcos River](/assets/glamping-21-E5k0NxEi.webp) ### Everything You Want Transparent pricing. Your cabin & cabana comes with grill, hammock, seating — no nickel-and-diming. ![Tubing and kayaking shuttle service on the San Marcos River near Austin and San Antonio](/assets/shuttle-service-DskxZRvo.webp) ### Shuttle Service We own the put-in AND take-out. Hop on a tube or kayak and we'll handle the rest. ## Don't Take Our Word For It See what Texas families are saying about their Son's River Ranch experience. ![Carlos M.'s experience](/assets/testimonial-12-CEsYu3MA.webp) > "Took my boys kayaking and they had the best time! Watching their faces light up as we paddled down the river was priceless. Already planning our next adventure here." Carlos M. Cedar Park ![Sarah M.'s experience](/assets/testimonial-1-Ddm2ZS46.webp) > "We had a blast! The staff was great, the place was very clean and we made memories that'll last all summer. We rented a cabana, hung out by the river, BBQ'd — then tubed and kayaked the next day. I highly recommend this place!" Sarah M. Austin ![Jason T.'s experience](/assets/testimonial-2-DkCsv9sS.webp) > "If you just want a seamless day with a perfect spot on the river ready for you, Son's has it covered. Are there cheaper ways to enjoy the river? Yes. But everything here is set up and waiting — we just showed up and relaxed." Jason T. San Antonio 1 / 14 SRR ### Son's River Ranch Paradise in Texas 168 acres of family-friendly river paradise on the San Marcos River. Float, grill, relax — then fall asleep to the sound of the river. 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