--- title: "Tent Camping Near San Antonio | Hill Country Riverfront" description: "Riverfront tent camping 50 minutes north of San Antonio on the San Marcos River. 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Quieter and easier to book than Guadalupe River State Park on a summer weekend. Book Now ## Why San Antonio Campers Come Up Here Instead Guadalupe River State Park books out fast and fills up louder. Enchanted Rock is beautiful but the tent loops are exposed and hot. Son's Blue River Camp is 45 minutes up I-35 or I-10 β€” private riverfront sites, shaded spots, and a much quieter scene than the Comal or Guadalupe float crowds. - 45 minutes up I-35 or I-10 from 1604 β€” easy Friday evening departure - Private property, not a state-park campground on a reservation wait-list - River frontage at every site β€” not just a day-use area - Quieter at night than Guadalupe River SP or a Comal-side campground ## 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 San Antonio on the San Marcos River If you're searching for **tent camping near San Antonio**, Son's Blue River Camp is 45 minutes straight up I-35 or I-10 from 1604 β€” closer and easier to book than Guadalupe River State Park, Government Canyon, or Lost Maples on a summer weekend. We're a privately owned 8-acre property on the spring-fed San Marcos River with real riverfront tent sites, not a state-park overflow loop on a reservation wait-list. Every tent site includes a picnic table, BBQ grill, fire pit, electricity, water hookup, and access to clean shower trailers. The San Marcos River stays a refreshing 72Β°F year-round and never runs dry, so whether you're escaping the San Antonio heat in July or planning a fall family camping trip, the water is always ready. It's the easiest **San Antonio tent camping** trip you'll plan all year. Bring your own tent for our most affordable rate, or upgrade to a glamping cabin, bell tent, or log cabin if you'd rather sleep in a real bed with AC. Add unlimited tubing and kayaking β€” shuttle included β€” and float a private stretch of cypress and pecan-lined spring-fed river that feels miles from the city, even though it's only 45 minutes away. ![Friends enjoying the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ## Ready to Pitch Your Tent on the River? Riverfront tent camping, 50 minutes north of San Antonio. Book direct. Book Now ## Tent Camping Near San Antonio, Texas Looking for **tent camping near San Antonio**? Son's Blue River Camp is just 50 minutes from San Antonio 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 San Antonio**. tent camping near San Antonio campsites San Antonio riverfront camping Texas campsites with electric Hill Country camping affordable river camping [Reserve a Campsite](/book-now) ![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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