Your New Favorite Spot on the San Marcos River
A River Retreat Designed for Fun & Relaxation
Son's River Ranch was created with one thing in mind: giving families and friends a beautiful, peaceful place to reconnect, have fun & relax — a space with the serenity you've been looking for — where kids can explore & have fun, adults can unwind, and everyone can enjoy the simple joy of being together outdoors.
3/4 Mile of Riverfront Access
Your own peaceful corner of the San Marcos
Welcoming Family Atmosphere
Reconnect with the people who matter most
Restful Evenings
Air-Conditioned Cabins & Quiet hours from 11pm so everyone sleeps well
Plan your perfect Daycation and/or Overnight Getaway
Whether you want to hang out in a riverside Cabana for the day, float for an afternoon or stay for a few nights — we've got you covered.
Cabanas & Picnic Tables
Starting at $49
10:30am - 6:30pm
Rent a shaded riverside spot with BBQ pit, hammock, and seating for up to 15. Just show up, grill, float, and relax.
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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.
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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 Options1.5 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.
What Makes Son's River Ranch Different
150 Private Acres
Room to spread out. Your family won't feel packed in like sardines.
Uncrowded River
Float 1.5 miles without bumping into strangers. This isn't downtown New Braunfels.
Real Comfort
AC cabins, clean bathrooms, shaded spots. Glamping means no suffering.
Family Atmosphere
No rowdy party crowds. Just family and friend groups who respect each other.
Everything You Want
Transparent pricing. Your cabin & cabana comes with grill, hammock, seating — no nickel-and-diming.
Shuttle Service
We own the put-in AND take-out. Hop on a tube or kayak and we'll handle the rest.