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Service animals are welcome." } } ] } ] ] --- [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 ![Tent camping on the riverfront at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/hero-river-families-Bm4R0fE4.webp) # Tent Camping on the San Marcos River Riverfront tent sites on a private 8-acre property in the Texas Hill Country. Clean shower trailers, fire pits, and spring-fed river access β€” bring your own tent and spend the weekend on the water. Book Now ## 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) ![Friends enjoying the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ## Ready to Pitch Your Tent on the River? Riverfront tent camping in the Texas Hill Country. Book direct. Book Now ## Riverfront Tent Camping on the San Marcos River Son's Blue River Camp offers some of the best **tent camping in the Texas Hill Country** β€” shaded sites along the spring-fed San Marcos River with water, electric hookups, fire pits, and picnic tables included. Whether you're a solo backpacker, a young couple, or a family looking for an affordable river weekend, our campsites put you steps from one of the cleanest, coolest rivers in Texas. Bring your tent (or rent one of our glamping bell tents if you'd rather skip setup), pack a cooler, and add **unlimited tubing and kayaking** for $29.99 per person with shuttle service included. Clean bathhouses, friendly staff, and a private 8-acre property make this an easy escape from Austin, San Antonio, or Houston. tent camping San Marcos River riverfront campsites Texas Hill Country camping campsites with electric family camping near Austin 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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