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Rentals & shuttle included. No reservations needed. Get Your Wristband — $29.99[Or call 877-577-7667](tel:8775777667) 72°F Year-Round Shuttle Included Family-Friendly ## Tube the San Marcos River! The **clearest, coolest float between San Antonio and Austin!** Our spring-fed water stays a perfect **72°F year-round** — no paddling, no rapids, no crowds. Just drop in and let the gentle current carry you **1.5 miles** past towering cypress trees and water so clear you can count the fish below you. And you're never one-and-done. With **unlimited all-day floats** and a **free shuttle** looping you back to the start, you can tube as many times as you want. It's a private, family-friendly stretch of river — no college party scene, just you, your people, and the most relaxing day in the Texas Hill Country. 72°F Water Temp 1.5 mi Float Route Unlimited Floats Free Shuttle Service ## Tube the San Marcos River Near New Braunfels ![Group floating the San Marcos River near Kingsbury TX](/assets/tubing-group-CQaIfhj8.webp) ![Couple tubing the spring-fed San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-couple-tubing-ZCaA82iu.webp) ![Girl floating the San Marcos River near Kingsbury TX](/assets/gallery-girl-tubing-C3wCK_4I.webp) ![Friends tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-girlfriends-tubing-xamJOlQp.webp) ![Group tubing the San Marcos River near Austin TX](/assets/gallery-group-tubing-CL63LOM6.webp) ![Friends group floating the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-friends-group-tubes-CKaC2EZa.webp) ![Friends floating the San Marcos River near Kingsbury TX](/assets/gallery-friends-tubes-BIA_fJjT.webp) ![Moms and kids tubing the San Marcos 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River](/assets/gallery-couple-tubing-ZCaA82iu.webp) ![Girl floating the San Marcos River near Kingsbury TX](/assets/gallery-girl-tubing-C3wCK_4I.webp) ![Friends tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-girlfriends-tubing-xamJOlQp.webp) ![Group tubing the San Marcos River near Austin TX](/assets/gallery-group-tubing-CL63LOM6.webp) ![Friends group floating the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-friends-group-tubes-CKaC2EZa.webp) ![Friends floating the San Marcos River near Kingsbury TX](/assets/gallery-friends-tubes-BIA_fJjT.webp) ![Moms and kids tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-moms-kids-tubes-OrSIhFv_.webp) ![Family tubing fun near Austin](/assets/gallery-family-tubes-fun-YJ0ULMGA.webp) ![Relaxing tube float San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-relaxing-tubes-C6ZX1p6U.webp) ![Scenic tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-tubing-woman-B560O-dP.webp) ![Woman floating the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-tubing-woman-B560O-dP.webp) ![Woman tubing near San Marcos TX](/assets/gallery-woman-tubing-hat-nWdSAZT9.webp) ![Donut float on the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-donut-float-BzW4zou-.webp) ![Family floating at Son's River Ranch](/assets/sons-tubes-family-float-BjPoixvS.webp) ![Friends tubing near Austin TX](/assets/tubing-group-CQaIfhj8.webp) ![Uncrowded tubing San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayak-18-Dzln_ry4.webp) ![Family floating the river near Austin](/assets/family-tubing-AMFjpX70.webp) ![Kid tubing on the San Marcos River](/assets/sb-kid-tubing-CNQUQauK.webp) ![Kid smiling while tubing near Austin](/assets/sb-kid-tubing-smile-BT3aGaAK.webp) ![River tubing group near Austin Texas](/assets/sb-river-tubing-group-m2mS7eiu.webp) ![Scenic river tubing near Austin](/assets/sb-river-tubing-scene-CkY4TacQ.webp) ![Kids tubing at Son's River Ranch](/assets/blog-kids-tubing-sons-DVkGCaaB.webp) ![Group tubing spring break San Marcos](/assets/blog-sb-group-tubes-jyikdnXW.webp) ![Tubing and picnic riverside near Austin](/assets/gallery-tubing-picnic-W8MILnGt.webp) ![Family floating the San Marcos River at Son's River Ranch](/assets/family-tubing-AMFjpX70.webp) ## Get on the Water Today No reservations needed — grab your wristband and float all day. Add a cabana or picnic table for shade and grills. ![Family tubing — Ultimate River Fun Wristband](/assets/family-tubing-AMFjpX70.webp) Most Popular ### Ultimate River Fun Wristband From $29.99/person - ✓ Unlimited tubing & kayaking all day long - ✓ Tube rental included — no need to bring your own - ✓ Unlimited shuttle rides back to the top - ✓ Crystal-clear, spring-fed San Marcos River - ✓ Perfect for families, groups & couples - ✓ No reservations required — walk up & float Spend the whole day on the river at your own pace. Float downstream on a tube, shuttle right back to the top, and do it all over again — as many times as you want! Buy Your Wristband ## Rent a Cabana or Riverside Covered Picnic Table and Float All Day on the San Marcos ![Riverside cabana 1](/assets/cabana-11-CUjmKlfJ.webp) ### Riverside Cabanas From $69/day · Up to 15 Guests - Comfortable seating & hammock for relaxing between floats - Bar-top counter — perfect for drinks & snacks - Charcoal BBQ pit for grilling out - Picnic table included - Water & electricity hookups - Parking for two cars included - Steps from the river — when you're ready to float, just hop in and we'll shuttle you right back up to your cabana! A great way to spend the whole day — relax in the shade, fire up the grill, and float whenever you feel like it. Book a Cabana — From $69/day ![Covered picnic table 1](/assets/picnic-table-01-DIklPc4o.webp) ### Covered Picnic Tables From $49/day · Up to 10 Guests - Covered shade structure to beat the Texas heat - Large picnic table with seating for the whole group - Charcoal BBQ pit for grilling - Hammock for lounging between floats - Parking for two cars included - Right on the riverbank — hop on a tube anytime and we'll shuttle you right back All the essentials for a perfect river day without breaking the bank. Grill, chill, and float at your own pace. Book a Picnic Table — From $49/day ## Your Tubing Route Float 1.5 miles of crystal-clear San Marcos River from Son's River Ranch to Son's Blue River Camp. Our shuttle brings you right back to float again! ![San Marcos River tubing route map — 1.5-mile float at Son's River Ranch](/assets/tubing-route-map-CXceE27Y.webp) Click to enlarge ### Route Details Put In Son's River Ranch Take Out Son's Blue River Camp Distance 1.5 miles (~1–2 hours) Shuttle Included with wristband Current Gentle — no rapids or dams We own both the put-in and take-out — that means a seamless experience with no third-party drop-offs. Float down, hop on the shuttle, and float again! ## Tubing Pricing ### Ultimate River Fun Wristband Unlimited tubing AND kayaking + tube rental + shuttle all day $29.99/person ### Bring Your Own Tube Unlimited shuttle rides — bring your own tube or float $24.99/person ### Parking Pass (non-guests) Day parking for visitors not staying overnight or who have not rented a cabana or picnic table $20/vehicle Get Your Wristband ## Why Float With Us ### 1.5-Mile Float Scenic route through cypress trees and clear spring water ### Shuttle Included We own the put-in AND take-out — seamless loop ### Family-Friendly No rapids, no dams — safe for kids and all ages ### No Reservations Needed Just show up during operating hours and grab a wristband ### All Skill Levels No experience needed — gentle current, no rapids ## What's Included with Your Wristband ### Unlimited Tubing Tube rental included — float the 1.5-mile route all day ### Unlimited Kayaking Kayaks included too — paddle whenever you want ### Shuttle Service Free shuttle loops you back to start after each float ## The San Marcos River Difference ### 72°F Year-Round Spring-fed from the Edwards Aquifer, the water stays a refreshing 72°F no matter the season. Comfortable enough to float from March through November. ### Crystal-Clear Water Visibility is so stunning you can see every fish and river rock below your tube. One of the clearest rivers in the entire United States. ### Never Runs Dry The San Marcos River headwater spring is the strongest in Texas and has never run dry. ## Ready to Float the San Marcos River? Grab your wristband, hop on the river, and float crystal-clear 72°F water all day long. No reservations needed. Get Your Wristband — $29.99[877-577-7667](tel:8775777667) ## FAQ's about Tubing & Kayaking ### How much does tubing cost? ### Do I need any experience? ### Can I bring my own tube? ### Do I need a reservation? ### What are the hours and season? ### Are life jackets available? ### Is kayaking included? ### How far is Son's River Ranch from Austin? ### Is there parking? ### Do overnight guests get a discount on day rentals? ## Find Us ### Address Son's River Ranch 1400 Sherrill Rd Kingsbury, TX 78638 📞 877-577-7667 ### Getting Here - • **From Austin:** ~45 minutes - • **From San Antonio:** ~45 minutes - • **From Houston:** ~2.5 hours [Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//1400+Sherrill+Rd,+Kingsbury,+TX+78638) ![Son's River Ranch](/assets/logo-cpd7QRHR.png)Son's River Ranch 1400 Sherrill Rd, Kingsbury, TX 78638 877-577-7667 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM [Home](/)[Day Rentals](/day-rentals)[Plan Your Visit](/plan-your-visit) © 2026 Son's River Ranch. All rights reserved.