--- title: "Tent Camping Near New Braunfels β€” San Marcos River Sites | Son's Blue River Camp" description: "Quiet riverfront tent camping 20 minutes from New Braunfels on the San Marcos River. Private property, fire pits, clean showers, and real tent sites. 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Unlimited all-day tubing and kayaking on the 1.5-mile spring-fed float is $29.99 per person with shuttle included, or $24.99 if you bring your own tube. Overnight guests get 25% off, along with cabanas and covered picnic-table rentals." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When is Son's Blue River Camp open?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Open daily in summer and most days in spring and fall; closed December through February." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the address?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "2769 Sherrill Rd, Kingsbury, TX 78638. Search \"Son's Blue River Camp\" in Google Maps." } } ] } ] --- [πŸŽ‰ Glamping Cabins Available This Weekend at Son's River Ranch! β€” BOOK NOW! πŸŽ‰ Glamping Cabins Available This Weekend at Son's River Ranch! β€” BOOK NOW! ](https://sonsriverranch.com/book-now) [![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/logo-transparent-CYNVRjE4.webp)](/) [Stay Overnight](/stay-overnight) [Day Rentals](/day-rentals) [Tubing & Kayaking](/day-rentals#tubing-kayaking) [Property Map](/property-map) [Plan Your Visit](/plan-your-visit) [About](/about) [Specials](/specials) [Contact](/contact)[(877) 577-7667](tel:+18775777667)Book Now Book Now ![Riverfront tent camping 20 minutes from New Braunfels at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/hero-river-families-Bm4R0fE4.webp) # Real Tent Camping, 20 Minutes from New Braunfels Son's Blue River Camp offers tent camping about 20 minutes east of New Braunfels, on the spring-fed San Marcos River in Kingsbury, TX β€” riverfront sites, not a Comal-side RV park or day-party scene. Pitch a tent, hear the river at night, skip the crowds next door. Book Now ## Why New Braunfels Campers Choose Son's Blue River Camp You already know what the Comal looks like on a Saturday. You also know what most of the campgrounds near it look like β€” gravel loops, generators running all night, bachelorette parties three sites over. Son's Blue River Camp is 20 minutes up the road on the San Marcos River: actual tent camping, actual quiet, actual river frontage. - 20 minutes up the road β€” closer than most camping near you - Real tent camping, not an RV resort or trailer park - On the San Marcos River, not the Comal β€” different water, different crowd - Quiet at night β€” the only sound is the river ## Your Site on the River ### Bring Your Own Tent Classic Camping at Its Best β€” Our Most Affordable Option Love roughing it? Bring your own tent and camp under the Texas stars. You'll have access to our restroom facilities, the river, and all the natural beauty of Son's River Ranch β€” at our most budget-friendly price. Includes entry for 4 guests (up to 2 tents & 8 may stay at one camping spot at an additional $10 per person) Electricity Water Included ### What's Included - Designated tent camping spot - Picnic table - BBQ grill - Fire pit - Electricity - Hose bib - Access to restroom facilities - River access ### Tent Camping Rates Starting at $29 - $39+ a night Prices vary depending on season of year and day of week. For exact pricing and availability click on button below. Kids 2 & under FREE No pets Check Availability & Pricing or call us at: [(877) 577-7667](tel:+18775777667) ## Our 8-Acre Property on the San Marcos River ![Son's Blue River Camp Property Map](/assets/property-map-new-s5n1S5DD.webp) Click the map to zoom in and explore the property ## Want Something More Comfortable? Real beds, AC, and a roof over your head β€” still right on the river ![Glamping cabin interior with real beds and AC](/assets/gallery-glamping-interior-BzAFajq_.webp) ### Glamping Cabins & Tents Air-conditioned glamping cabins, safari cabins, and bell tents with real beds, kitchenettes, fire pits, and easy river access. [See Glamping Options](/glamping) ![Log cabin exterior at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/log-cabin-0-rUv7T9AA.webp) ### Log Cabins Cozy log cabins with private bathrooms, full kitchenettes, smart TVs, and a screened porch β€” steps from the river. [See Cabins](/stay-overnight#log-cabins) ## Add-Ons During Your Stay Make the most of your river weekend ![Family tubing and kayaking on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayak-40-DU5P4_R0.webp) ### Tubing & Kayaking Float the crystal-clear San Marcos River with unlimited tubing & kayaking β€” shuttle included with your wristband. [See Water Activities](/day-rentals) ![Riverside cabana day rental](/assets/cabana-DPsjDKoO.webp) ### Cabanas Your own palm-thatched paradise on the river with hammock, BBQ & seating for up to 15 guests. [See Cabanas](/day-rentals) ## What Campers Say 4.4 from 1,420+ Google reviews ### Elias Sanchez via Google "Very beautiful relaxing family spot even just for a night stay. Staff are very friendly and address any situation. Very clean camping sites. Highly recommend Sons Blue River Camp for family." ### Alberto Bolzan via Google "Shallow clean river, families with children, relaxed atmosphere. We just rented the tents by the river. It's worth visiting. Not too far from Katy, TX. We are planning to come back." ### Jerome Burns via Google "Son's Blue River Camp is really great. Love going here β€” very family friendly. The kids loved it. I recommend to anyone who loves the river." ### 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 "My friends and I spent a night here which was great. Son's Blue River Camp is tucked away β€” 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!" ### Karmah C via Google "Me and my family had a beautiful time here. We came with 3 other families and got 2 glamping tents, a bell tent, and a set-up-your-own tent so I was able to enjoy the entire facility. I have 5 kids 6 months–9 years and they loved every minute. Already planning another trip!" [See all reviews](/reviews) ## Tent Camping Near New Braunfels on the San Marcos River If you're searching for **tent camping near New Braunfels**, Son's Blue River Camp is 20 minutes up the road on the spring-fed San Marcos River β€” a quieter, more private alternative to the gravel-loop RV parks and party-heavy campgrounds along the Comal and Guadalupe. We're a privately owned 8-acre property with real riverfront tent sites, fire pits, clean shower trailers, and the kind of nighttime quiet you can't find next door. Every site comes with a designated tent spot, picnic table, BBQ grill, fire pit, electricity, water hookup, and access to clean restroom and shower facilities. The San Marcos River stays a refreshing 72Β°F year-round and never runs dry β€” different water, different crowd, and a different scene than the Comal-side campgrounds you already know. It's the easiest **New Braunfels tent camping** upgrade you can make. Bring your own tent for our most affordable rate, or upgrade to a glamping cabin, bell tent, or log cabin if you want a real bed and AC. Add unlimited tubing and kayaking on the spring-fed San Marcos River β€” shuttle included β€” for a quieter float than the Comal or Guadalupe on a summer weekend. ## New Braunfels Tent Camping FAQs ### How far is Son's Blue River Camp from New Braunfels? ### How much is tent camping, and what's on site? ### Is it a good camping base near New Braunfels? ### Do I have to pay for tubing and kayaking? ### When is Son's Blue River Camp open? ### What's the address? ![Friends enjoying the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ## Ready to Pitch Your Tent on the River? Real tent camping, 20 minutes from New Braunfels. Book direct. Book Now ## Tent Camping Near New Braunfels, Texas Looking for **tent camping near New Braunfels**? Son's Blue River Camp is just 20 minutes from New Braunfels on the spring-fed San Marcos River β€” with shaded campsites that include water, electric hookups, fire pits, and picnic tables. Whether you're a solo backpacker or a family looking for an affordable river weekend, our campground puts you steps from cool, clean, 72Β°F water year-round. Bring your own tent or upgrade to one of our glamping bell tents, then add **unlimited tubing and kayaking** for $29.99/person with shuttle. Clean bathhouses, friendly staff, free parking, and a private 8-acre property make this the easiest **riverfront camping trip from New Braunfels**. tent camping near New Braunfels campsites New Braunfels riverfront camping Texas campsites with electric Hill Country camping affordable river camping [Reserve a Campsite](/book-now) ## More New Braunfels River Getaways Explore the rest of the New Braunfels cluster β€” cabins, camping, glamping, and day trips on the spring-fed San Marcos River. [ ### Glamping Near New Braunfels AC cabins, safari tents, and bell tents on the San Marcos River β€” 20 minutes from New Braunfels, none of the Comal crowd. Explore page ](/glamping/new-braunfels)[ ### River Cabins Near New Braunfels Log cabins with porches and kitchens, on a quieter spring-fed river just up the road. Explore page ](/river-cabins-new-braunfels)[ ### Day Trip From New Braunfels Private cabanas, picnic tables, and unlimited tubing β€” a calmer river day 20 minutes north. Explore page ](/day-trip-new-braunfels) ![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 β€” then fall asleep to the sound of the river. 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