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Search \"Son's Blue River Camp\" in Google Maps." } } ] } ] ] --- [🔥 $79 Glamping Cabins TONIGHT! & 🛶 $66 Cabanas TODAY! — BOOK NOW! 🔥 $79 Glamping Cabins TONIGHT! & 🛶 $66 Cabanas TODAY! — BOOK NOW! ](/book-now) [![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/logo-transparent-CYNVRjE4.webp)](/) [(877) 577-7667](tel:8775777667)[](tel:8775777667)Book Now ![Families enjoying a day on the San Marcos River at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/hero-river-families-Bm4R0fE4.webp) # Your River Day Out of Austin Son's Blue River Camp is an easy day trip about 45 minutes from Austin — riverside cabanas and unlimited tubing on the spring-fed San Marcos River in Kingsbury, TX. No I-35 bumper crowds, no Comal chaos. Just 8 private acres of clear, cool, family-friendly water. Book Now - 4.4★ on Google - 8-Acre Private Riverfront - 72°F Spring-Fed Year-Round - Family-Owned & Operated ## Why Austinites Come Here First ### 45 Minutes, Not 2 Hours From South Congress to Son's Blue River Camp in 45 minutes. No Gruene traffic, no New Braunfels tourist trap. ### Real Spring-Fed Water The same 72°F San Marcos River source Austin locals have driven past on the way to the coast for years. You don't have to keep driving. ### A Real Day, Not a Half-Day Arrive 10:30, river's open till 6:30. Enough time to float twice, grill lunch, and actually relax. ## Pick How You Spend the Day Three ways to enjoy a daycation on the San Marcos River. First float? Read our [San Marcos River tubing guide](/blog/san-marcos-river-tubing-guide). Most Popular ![Cabana hammock](/assets/cabana-18-DpURro-8.webp) ![Riverside Cabana](/assets/cabana-DPsjDKoO.webp) ![Cabana seating area](/assets/cabana-17-DlHO4EL0.webp) ### Riverside Cabanas Up to 15 Guests · BBQ Grill · Hammock · Covered Seating · River Access Your own palm-thatched paradise with hammock, BBQ & seating for up to 15 guests. From $69 /day Price includes entry for 8 Book Cabana Unlimited Floats ![Friends tubing](/assets/kayaking-family-CxXBEwIO.webp) ![Family tubing on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-card-CWYwaZOW.webp) ![Tubing group](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ### Tube the River Shuttle Included · All Ages · 72° Year-Round · Unlimited Floats Float the crystal-clear San Marcos River with tubes & shuttle included. From $29.99 /person All-day with shuttle Book Tubing Tubing Available (Add-On) ![Scenic kayaking](/assets/tubing-kayak-44-C5z-MQqK.webp) ![Family kayaking on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayak-40-DU5P4_R0.webp) ![Kayakers on river](/assets/tubing-kayak-42-BIoTLZW1.webp) ### Kayak the River Shuttle Included · 1 or 2-Person Kayaks · Crystal-Clear Water Paddle the spring-fed San Marcos River — kayaks, tubes & shuttle included with the Ultimate River Fun Wristband ($29.99/person, sold separately). From $29.99 /person All-day kayak + tube + shuttle Book Kayak ## 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/river-kayak-family-Bz2hls63.webp) ## What Makes Son's Blue River Camp Different ![8 Private Acres](/assets/river-beach-property-DimfzXs_.webp) ### 8 Private Acres Room to spread out. Your family won't feel packed in like sardines. ![Uncrowded River](/assets/tubing-kayak-18-DjMgJdXE.webp) ### Uncrowded River Float 1.5 miles without bumping into strangers. This isn't downtown New Braunfels. ![Real Comfort](/assets/glamping-3-DkR989j5.webp) ### Real Comfort AC cabins, clean bathrooms, shaded spots. Glamping means no suffering. ![Family Atmosphere](/assets/family-atmosphere-ess3w2lN.webp) ### Family Atmosphere No rowdy party crowds. Just family and friend groups who respect each other. ![Everything You Want](/assets/glamping-21-CxdwmKt2.webp) ### Everything You Want Transparent pricing. Your cabin & cabana comes with grill, hammock, seating — no nickel-and-diming. ![Shuttle Service](/assets/shuttle-service-BYPKt6y9.webp) ### Shuttle Service We own the put-in AND take-out. Hop on a tube or kayak and we'll handle the rest. ![Video thumbnail](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/c8ocZMTrneA/hqdefault.jpg) ## What Day Visitors Say 4.4 from 1,420+ Google reviews ### Sheryl Elizabeth via Google "My family had a wonderful day! We were greeted with warm friendly smiles and enjoyed our two story cabana. We swam, floated and cooled off in the river. We grilled lunch on the exceptionally clean grill provided. Rested in the hammock. We can't wait to spend another day here!" ### Taci Netherton via Google "We came for a quick getaway and were pleasantly surprised! The beach area has cabanas and covered tables and plenty of room to stretch out. The grounds were well kept and the service was quick and friendly." ### Rachel Ware via Google "This place was amazing. The water was beautiful and refreshing. Pay the extra for the unlimited tubing and kayaking — it's sooo worth it." ### Alberto Romero via Google "Excellent place to take the family on a little camping trip. The river was cool and refreshing. Floated and also kayaked down the river. Sleeping arrangements are good and so are the restroom and shower trailers." ### Heather Collins via Google "Son's Blue River Camp is tucked away — it's a nice escape. Tubing down the river was fun, a nice long lazy river. A good family or girls/guys weekend place to make memories at!" ### Melissa Milstead via Google "We came to stay for the day and would have stayed longer. The cabana we got was clean and in great condition. We fished, grilled out, and had a blast. Plenty of time to float the river twice." [See all reviews](/reviews) ## Want to Stay Overnight? Turn your day trip into a full river getaway [ Most Popular ![Log Cabin bathroom](/assets/log-cabin-9-Rj8LXGYF.webp) ![Log Cabin exterior](/assets/log-cabin-0-rUv7T9AA.webp) ![Log Cabin interior with beds](/assets/log-cabin-1-D8l1QTss.webp) ### Log Cabins Sleeps 3-4 · Full Kitchens · A/C Screened Porch · Firepit · Hammock Log Cabins come with full kitchens and bathrooms inside the cabin as well as a large screened porch where you'll spend most of your time. From $69 /night View Cabins ](/stay-overnight#log-cabins)[ Luxury ![Family at Glamping Cabin](/assets/glamping-10-CTRrBSnc.webp) ![Luxury Glamping Cabin interior with beds](/assets/luxury-glamping-1-UhLMOogQ.webp) ![Luxury Glamping Cabin view to outdoors](/assets/luxury-glamping-2-C5pSeddW.webp) ### Luxury Glamping Cabins Sleeps 3 · Kitchenette · A/C Fire Pit · Hammock The whole front wall opens to the outdoors. Cozy cabin with 1 queen bed and 1 twin daybed, kitchenette, and your own fire pit just steps away. From $59 /night View Cabins ](/stay-overnight#luxury-glamping-cabins)[ Best Value ![Family at picnic table by Glamping Cabin](/assets/glamping-21-CxdwmKt2.webp) ![Glamping Cabin at night with fire pit](/assets/glamping-1-CoV8SHPZ.webp) ![Glamping Cabin interior with beds](/assets/glamping-2-Cdkl9iF7.webp) ### Glamping Cabins Sleeps 4 · Kitchenette · A/C Fire Pit · Hammock The whole front wall opens to the outdoors. Cozy cabin with 2 queen beds, kitchenette, and your own fire pit just steps away. From $49 /night View Cabins ](/stay-overnight#glamping-cabins)[ Has AC! ![Bell Tents from tiki hut](/assets/bell-tent-11-BP5ETirV.webp) ![Bell Tent riverside view](/assets/bell-tent-riverside-DrC1jGUS.webp) ![Bell Tent with picnic area](/assets/bell-tent-2-Bwr8ILtZ.webp) ### Bell Tents Sleeps 5 · Furnished · A/C · Fire Pit Real beds, electricity, and all the resort amenities — but you're sleeping under canvas. We set it up for you. From $39 /night View Tents ](/stay-overnight#bell-tents)[ Budget-Friendly ![Tent camping with tiki hut shade on the San Marcos River](/assets/tent-camping-DWPAil-X.webp) ### Tent Camping Sleeps 4 · Bring Your Own · Fire Pit · Electric Classic camping with all the amenities. Bring your own tent and gear — we provide the spot, electricity, and river access. From $29 /night View Spots ](/stay-overnight#tent-camping) \* All rentals include water, electricity, firepit, BBQ grill & Picnic Table. ## Discover The Perfect River Escape Conveniently located between Austin and San Antonio in the heart of Texas Hill Country. ### Son's Blue River Camp Address 2769 Sherrill Rd Kingsbury, TX 78638 (Near Fentress) Phone [(877) 577-7667](tel:+18775777667) Hours Day Rentals: 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Open everyday in Summer, most days in Fall & Spring, Closed Dec.-Feb. 45 min from Austin 1 hr from San Antonio 2.5 hrs from Houston [Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//2769+Sherrill+Rd,+Kingsbury,+TX+78638) ## Our 8-Acre Property on the San Marcos River ![Son's Blue River Camp Property Map showing cabins, cabanas, river access, and amenities](/assets/property-map-new-s5n1S5DD.webp) Click the map to zoom in and explore the property ![Friends enjoying tubing on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ## Ready for Your River Day? San Marcos River day trips in the Texas Hill Country. Book direct. Book Now ## Austin Day Trip FAQs ### How far is Son's Blue River Camp from Austin? ### Is it a good getaway from Austin? ### What can we do on a day trip? ### Is it family-friendly and uncrowded? ### When is Son's Blue River Camp open? ### What's the address? ## San Marcos River Day Trips at Son's Blue River Camp Looking for the easiest **river day trip from Austin**? Son's Blue River Camp is a family-owned, 8-acre riverfront resort 45 minutes south of downtown — the closest real Hill Country river escape for Austin families. Spend the day lounging in a private riverside cabana, floating the spring-fed **72°F river**, kayaking through clear Hill Country water, or grilling out at your own shaded picnic spot. With unlimited tubing and shuttle service, clean shower trailers, and welcoming family staff, it's the easiest way to escape the city without packing for an overnight stay. Our [day rental cabanas and picnic tables](/day-rentals) include river access, BBQ grills, and covered seating for up to 15 guests — perfect for birthdays, family reunions, church groups, and corporate outings. Add the Ultimate River Fun Wristband for $29.99/person to enjoy unlimited tubing and kayaking on one of the most family-friendly rivers in Texas. Kids 3 and under are free, the river never runs dry, and the spring-fed water stays refreshingly cool even in the heat of summer. Want to extend your day into a full Hill Country getaway? Our [glamping cabins, log cabins, and bell tents](/stay-overnight) let you wake up steps from the water with all the comforts of home — air conditioning, real beds, fire pits, and full kitchens in select units. Curious about layout and amenities? Explore our [interactive property map](/property-map) to see exactly where each cabana, cabin, and river access point sits along our private stretch of the San Marcos River. Reserve Your Day Spot ## The Easiest Texas River Day Trip Son's Blue River Camp is the perfect **San Marcos River day trip from Austin**. Drive in and spend the day floating the spring-fed river with unlimited tubing and kayaking ($29.99/person, shuttle included), or post up at a private riverside cabana or shaded picnic table with the whole family. We supply tubes, kayaks, shuttles, and clean bathhouses — you bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, and a cooler (no glass). The river stays a refreshing 72°F all summer, and the property never feels crowded thanks to our private 8 acres. It's the simplest, lowest-stress **Hill Country day trip** you'll find. San Marcos River day trip tubing day trip Austin day trip from San Antonio Hill Country day pass river day trip Texas [Reserve a Day Spot](/book-now#sons-blue-river-camp) ![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/logo-transparent-CYNVRjE4.webp) 8 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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