Riverfront Tent Camping in San Marcos

Why San Marcos Locals & Students Use Son's Blue River Camp

You live on one of the prettiest rivers in Texas. It also gets slammed with tube-shuttle traffic every weekend. Son's Blue River Camp is a private 8-acre property on the San Marcos River just minutes from Texas State — cheap riverfront tent camping without leaving town, with the quiet you can't get at Rio Vista.

• Minutes from Texas State and downtown San Marcos — no weekend drive
• Riverfront tent sites with fire pits — great for spring break and weekend trips
• One of the most affordable riverfront tent options in the area
• Quiet property — not a shuttle-stop party scene like downtown

Your Site on the River

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 — at our most budget-friendly price.

Our 8-Acre Property on the San Marcos River

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Want Something More Comfortable?

Real beds, AC, and a roof over your head — still right on the river

Add-Ons During Your Stay

Make the most of your river weekend

What Campers Say

Elias Sanchez

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"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

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"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

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"Son's Blue River Camp is really great. Love going here — very family friendly. The kids loved it. I recommend to anyone who loves the river."

Alberto Romero

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"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

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"My friends and I spent a night here which was great. 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!"

Karmah C

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"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!"

Looking for tent camping in San Marcos? Son's Blue River Camp is a privately owned 8-acre property right on the spring-fed San Marcos River, just minutes from downtown San Marcos and Texas State University. Skip the crowds at Rio Vista, the wait-list at Pedernales Falls, and the noise of downtown — pitch a tent on the river and stay close to home.

Every site comes with a designated tent spot, picnic table, BBQ grill, fire pit, electricity, water hookup, and access to clean shower trailers. The San Marcos River stays a refreshing 72°F year-round and never runs dry, so you've got cold spring-fed water at your doorstep whether it's spring break, a summer weekend, or a quick Texas State study escape. It's one of the most affordable riverfront San Marcos tent camping options in town.

Bring your own tent for our most affordable rate, or upgrade to a glamping cabin, bell tent, or log cabin if you want AC and a real bed. Add unlimited tubing and kayaking — shuttle included — and float a quieter, more private stretch of the San Marcos River than you'll find at the city parks downtown.