Where is the best place to tube in Texas?


Where is the best place to tube in Texas? The Guadalupe River is easily the most well-known tubing river in the entire Lone Star State. The 230-mile river runs from Central Texas all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. The most popular stretches to float are in the Texas Hill Country, especially near New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, San Marcos, and San Antonio.


Which river is better Comal or San Marcos?

SAN MARCOS RIVER The route takes about 3-4 hours and is the best option for groups. Additionally, the Comal & Guadalupe River have become VERY strict on drinks while floating, so if you plan on drinking while floating then I recommend the San Marcos above all other options.


How to tube in San Marcos?

Lions Club Tube Rental and River Shuttle Service. Lions Club Tube Rental is located next to the Rec Hall at San Marcos City Park. The float lasts about an hour and ends at Rio Vista Park. Play around for a while or shoot the falls and then take the shuttle back to the beginning.


How much does it cost to float the Guadalupe River?

GUADALUPE RIVER TUBING COSTS & FEES Expect to spend $15-22 per person, including shuttle, tube rental, and fees. Most outfitters require a driver's license or credit card to hold as a rental deposit.


Is Guadalupe River safe to swim in?

Contaminants can be washed into the river. Also, cloudy water will hide hazards such as logs, branches, broken glass, and metal. We recommend waiting approximately 5 days after heavy rainfall (rainfall that produces significant runoff from streets/hillsides into river) to resume swimming.


Does it cost money to float the comal?

A River Outfitter is your one-stop shop for enjoying the Comal River in New Braunfels. Typically, their prices range from $15 to $22 per person, which often includes parking, shuttle service (to and from the river), tube rental, and other fees.


What is the longest tube ride in New Braunfels?

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels is Home to the Longest Tube Ride, Raging River Tube Chute! A swirling 30+ minute float from one end of the original section of the park to the other!


Where is the best place to float the river?

Here is a list of 15 most beautiful rivers to tube in North America:
  • Yampa River – Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
  • Chattahoochee River – Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Lihue Plantation – Kauai, Hawaii.
  • Snoqualmie River – Fall City, Washington.
  • Frio River – Concan, Texas.
  • Rainbow River, Florida.
  • James River – Scottsville, Virginia.


Can you drink while tubing in Texas?

Alcohol is allowed on all rivers in Texas. However, some rules apply to specific municipalities and parks. San Marcos: Alcohol is not allowed on city-owned dams, spillways or bridges. And while you can drink while floating, there is no public drinking allowed once you get out of the river in San Marcos.


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