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Our stretch is a bit downriver, so the water warms slightly with the Texas sun, but it stays refreshingly cool — typically in the low-to-mid 70s°F." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How far is Son's Blue River Camp from New Braunfels?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Son's Blue River Camp is approximately 20 minutes from New Braunfels and 15 minutes from San Marcos, located right on the San Marcos River." } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://bluerivercamp.com" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Tubing Near San Marcos & New Braunfels", "item": "https://bluerivercamp.com/tubingsanmarcos" } ] } ] ] --- [🎉 Glamping Cabins Available This Weekend at Son's River Ranch! — BOOK NOW! 🎉 Glamping Cabins Available This Weekend at Son's River Ranch! — BOOK NOW! ](https://sonsriverranch.com/book-now) [![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/blue-river-camp-logo-0kN8jUhp.webp)](/) # Float the Crystal-Clear San Marcos River Just minutes from San Marcos & New Braunfels — float 1.5 miles of spring-fed, 72°F water through scenic cypress trees. Tube as much as you want in one day for one low price. Get Your Wristband — $29.99[Or call (877) 577-7667](tel:8775777667) 72°F Year-Round Shuttle Included Family-Friendly ## Why Tube the San Marcos River? Looking for the **best tubing near San Marcos or New Braunfels, TX**? The San Marcos River at Son's Blue River Camp offers something no other river in Texas can — crystal-clear, spring-fed water that emerges at a crisp 72°F at the spring and stays **refreshingly cool — typically in the low-to-mid 70s°F**. No paddling required — just sit back, relax, and let the gentle current carry you through some of the most beautiful scenery in the Texas Hill Country. Our **1.5-mile float route** winds through towering cypress trees and lush riverbanks, with a smooth, easy current perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends. There are **no rapids, no dams, and no dangerous currents** — just pure, peaceful floating through crystal-clear water so clear you can see every fish and river rock below you. Unlike crowded outfitters that rush you through a one-way trip, Son's Blue River Camp gives you **unlimited floats all day**. Our free shuttle service loops you back to the start so you can tube as many times as you want. And this isn't the college party scene — it's a **private, family-friendly** stretch of the San Marcos River where you can relax and enjoy nature. Whether you're planning a lazy float with the family, a chill day with friends, or a romantic river date, **tubing the San Marcos River** at Son's Blue River Camp is the ultimate Texas river experience. 72°F Water Temp 1.5 mi Float Route Unlimited Floats Free Shuttle Service ## Tube the San Marcos River Near New Braunfels ![Family tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/family-tubing-DDGklnV2.webp) ![Group floating the river near New Braunfels](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ![Couple tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-couple-tubing-DiJkiMcl.webp) ![Girl tubing near San Marcos TX](/assets/gallery-girl-tubing-CWzwh37y.webp) ![Friends tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-girlfriends-tubing-Ca37aXUY.webp) ![Group tubing near New Braunfels](/assets/gallery-group-tubing-D5RRSBVj.webp) ![Friends group tubing San Marcos](/assets/gallery-friends-group-tubes-DLyeZvMa.webp) ![Friends floating the river](/assets/gallery-friends-tubes-DFUeVXhY.webp) ![Moms and kids tubing San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-moms-kids-tubes-DZdabxW7.webp) ![Family tubing fun near New Braunfels](/assets/gallery-family-tubes-fun-C4DimGx8.webp) ![Relaxing tube float San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-relaxing-tubes-CEYuO_Rp.webp) ![Group tubing on Son's Tubes San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-river-DydXrXg1.webp) ![Tubing and kayaking on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayaks-river-B_MWPenv.webp) ![Crystal clear San Marcos River tubing](/assets/tubing-clear-water-Cn935B9E.webp) ![Pair waving while tubing Son's Tubes](/assets/tubing-pair-waving-BG6O9vNE.webp) ![Scenic tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-tubing-woman-BC17G8fw.webp) ![Woman floating the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-tubing-woman-BC17G8fw.webp) ![Woman tubing near San Marcos TX](/assets/gallery-woman-tubing-hat-CnR4HG8K.webp) ![Donut float on the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-donut-float-JAlqDnPw.webp) ![Family floating at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/sons-tubes-family-float-Db603G5Q.webp) ![Friends tubing near New Braunfels TX](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ![Uncrowded tubing San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayak-18-DjMgJdXE.webp) ![Family floating the river near San Marcos](/assets/float-the-river-family-jGO61dtS.webp) ![Family tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/family-tubing-DDGklnV2.webp) ![Group floating the river near New Braunfels](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ![Couple tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-couple-tubing-DiJkiMcl.webp) ![Girl tubing near San Marcos TX](/assets/gallery-girl-tubing-CWzwh37y.webp) ![Friends tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-girlfriends-tubing-Ca37aXUY.webp) ![Group tubing near New Braunfels](/assets/gallery-group-tubing-D5RRSBVj.webp) ![Friends group tubing San Marcos](/assets/gallery-friends-group-tubes-DLyeZvMa.webp) ![Friends floating the river](/assets/gallery-friends-tubes-DFUeVXhY.webp) ![Moms and kids tubing San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-moms-kids-tubes-DZdabxW7.webp) ![Family tubing fun near New Braunfels](/assets/gallery-family-tubes-fun-C4DimGx8.webp) ![Relaxing tube float San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-relaxing-tubes-CEYuO_Rp.webp) ![Group tubing on Son's Tubes San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-river-DydXrXg1.webp) ![Tubing and kayaking on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayaks-river-B_MWPenv.webp) ![Crystal clear San Marcos River tubing](/assets/tubing-clear-water-Cn935B9E.webp) ![Pair waving while tubing Son's Tubes](/assets/tubing-pair-waving-BG6O9vNE.webp) ![Scenic tubing the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-tubing-woman-BC17G8fw.webp) ![Woman floating the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-tubing-woman-BC17G8fw.webp) ![Woman tubing near San Marcos TX](/assets/gallery-woman-tubing-hat-CnR4HG8K.webp) ![Donut float on the San Marcos River](/assets/gallery-donut-float-JAlqDnPw.webp) ![Family floating at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/sons-tubes-family-float-Db603G5Q.webp) ![Friends tubing near New Braunfels TX](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ![Uncrowded tubing San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayak-18-DjMgJdXE.webp) ![Family floating the river near San Marcos](/assets/float-the-river-family-jGO61dtS.webp) ## Get on the Water Today No reservations needed — grab your wristband and float all day. Add a cabana or picnic table for shade, grills & 25% off! ![Family tubing — Ultimate River Fun Wristband](/assets/family-tubing-DDGklnV2.webp) Most Popular ### Ultimate River Fun Wristband From $29.99/person - ✓ Unlimited tubing & kayaking all day long - ✓ Tube rental included — no need to bring your own - ✓ Unlimited shuttle rides back to the top - ✓ Crystal-clear, spring-fed San Marcos River - ✓ Perfect for families, groups & couples - ✓ No reservations required — walk up & float Spend the whole day on the river at your own pace. Float downstream on a tube, shuttle right back to the top, and do it all over again — as many times as you want! Buy Your Wristband ## Rent a Cabana or Riverside Covered Picnic Table and Get 25% Off Tubing & Kayaking ![Riverside cabana 5](/assets/cabana-34-BiwWex2t.webp) ![Riverside cabana 1](/assets/cabana-11-CfiV9itW.webp) ![Riverside cabana 2](/assets/cabana-17-DlHO4EL0.webp) ### Riverside Cabanas From $69/day · Up to 15 Guests - Comfortable seating & hammock for relaxing between floats - Bar-top counter — perfect for drinks & snacks - Charcoal BBQ pit for grilling out - Picnic table included - Water & electricity hookups - Parking for two cars included - Steps from the river — when you're ready to float, just hop in and we'll shuttle you right back up to your cabana! A great way to spend the whole day — relax in the shade, fire up the grill, and float whenever you feel like it. Book a Cabana — From $69/day ![Covered picnic table 5](/assets/picnic-table-24-Cl5rRb0C.webp) ![Covered picnic table 1](/assets/picnic-table-01-p6JvPHN1.webp) ![Covered picnic table 2](/assets/picnic-table-11-BOXowjHB.webp) ### Covered Picnic Tables From $49/day · Up to 10 Guests - Covered shade structure to beat the Texas heat - Large picnic table with seating for the whole group - Charcoal BBQ pit for grilling - Hammock for lounging between floats - Parking for two cars included - Right on the riverbank — hop on a tube anytime and we'll shuttle you right back All the essentials for a perfect river day without breaking the bank. Grill, chill, and float at your own pace. Book a Picnic Table — From $49/day ## Your Tubing Route Float 1.5 miles of crystal-clear San Marcos River from Son's River Ranch to Son's Blue River Camp. Our shuttle brings you right back to float again! ![Tubing Route Map — Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/tubing-route-map-CYq9LBKg.webp) Click to enlarge ### Route Details Put In Son's River Ranch Take Out Son's Blue River Camp Distance 1.5 miles (~1–2 hours) Shuttle Included with wristband Current Gentle — no rapids or dams We own both the put-in and take-out — that means a seamless experience with no third-party drop-offs. Float down, hop on the shuttle, and float again! ## Tubing Pricing ### Ultimate River Fun Wristband Unlimited tubing AND kayaking + tube rental + shuttle all day $29.99/person ### Bring Your Own Tube Unlimited shuttle rides — bring your own tube or float $24.99/person ### Parking Pass (non-guests) Day parking for visitors not staying overnight or who have not rented a cabana or picnic table $20/vehicle Get Your Wristband ## Why Float With Us ### 1.5-Mile Float Scenic route through cypress trees and clear spring water ### Shuttle Included We own the put-in AND take-out — seamless loop ### Family-Friendly No rapids, no dams — safe for kids and all ages ### No Reservations Needed Just show up during operating hours and grab a wristband ### All Skill Levels No experience needed — gentle current, no rapids ## What's Included with Your Wristband ### Unlimited Tubing Tube rental included in your $29.99 wristband — float the 1.5-mile route all day ### Unlimited Kayaking Kayaks included in your $29.99 wristband — paddle whenever you want ### Shuttle Service Free shuttle loops you back to start after each float ## The San Marcos River Difference ### 72°F Year-Round Spring-fed from the Edwards Aquifer, the water stays a refreshing 72°F no matter the season. Comfortable enough to float from March through November. ### Crystal-Clear Water Visibility is so stunning you can see every fish and river rock below your tube. One of the clearest rivers in the entire United States. ### Never Runs Dry The San Marcos River headwater spring is the strongest in Texas and has never run dry. ## Ready to Float the San Marcos River? Grab your wristband, hop on the river, and float crystal-clear 72°F water all day long. No reservations needed. Get Your Wristband — $29.99[(877) 577-7667](tel:8775777667) ## FAQ's about Tubing & Kayaking ### How much does tubing cost? ### Do I need any experience? ### Can I bring my own tube? ### Do I need a reservation? ### What are the hours and season? ### Are life jackets available? ### How far is Son's Blue River Camp from New Braunfels? ### Is there parking? ## Find Us ### Address Son's Blue River Camp 2769 Sherrill Rd Kingsbury, TX 78638 📞 (877) 577-7667 ### Getting Here - • **From Austin:** ~45 minutes - • **From San Antonio:** ~1 hour - • **From Houston:** ~2.5 hours [Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//2769+Sherrill+Rd,+Kingsbury,+TX+78638) ## More San Marcos River Experiences Explore the full San Marcos River cluster — glamping, cabins, camping, tubing, kayaking, and day trips on the spring-fed San Marcos at Son's Blue River Camp. [ ### Glamping on the San Marcos River AC cabins, safari tents, and bell tents on the spring-fed San Marcos — real beds, real river access. Explore page ](/glamping/san-marcos)[ ### River Cabins on the San Marcos Log cabins with porches, kitchens, and direct riverfront access on the quietest stretch of the river. Explore page ](/river-cabins-san-marcos)[ ### Tent Camping on the San Marcos River Shaded riverfront tent sites with water, electric, and bathhouse access. Explore page ](/tent-camping-san-marcos)[ ### Kayaking the San Marcos River Crystal-clear paddling on a calm, spring-fed river — easy for families, perfect for first-timers. Explore page ](/kayaksanmarcos)[ ### San Marcos River Day Trip Private cabanas, picnic tables, and a full day on the water — no overnight stay required. Explore page ](/day-trip-san-marcos) ![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/blue-river-camp-logo-0kN8jUhp.webp)Son's Blue River Camp San Marcos, TX (877) 577-7667 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM [Home](/)[Day Rentals](/day-rentals)[Plan Your Visit](/plan-your-visit) © 2026 Son's Blue River Camp. All rights reserved. ## More Dallas / Fort Worth River Getaways Trade the lake for spring-fed water — explore the full DFW cluster of cabins, camping, tubing, and day trips on the San Marcos River. [ ### Glamping Near Dallas AC cabins, safari tents, and bell tents on the spring-fed San Marcos River. Explore page ](/glamping-dallas)[ ### Camping Near Dallas Riverfront tent sites and easy Hill Country weekends from DFW. Explore page ](/camping-dallas)[ ### Cabin Rentals Near Dallas Log cabins with porches, kitchens, and direct riverfront access. Explore page ](/river-cabins-dallas)[ ### Day Trip From Dallas Private cabanas, picnic tables, and a full day on the water — worth the drive. Explore page ](/day-trip-dallas)