Your New Favorite Spot on theSan Marcos River

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A River Retreat Designed for Fun & Relaxation

Son's Blue River Camp was created with one thing in mind: giving families and friends a beautiful, peaceful place to reconnect, have fun & relax — a space with the serenity you've been looking for — where kids can explore & have fun, adults can unwind, and everyone can enjoy the simple joy of being together outdoors.

Private River Beach

Your own peaceful corner of the San Marcos

Welcoming Family Atmosphere

Reconnect with the people who matter most

Restful Evenings

Air-Conditioned Cabins & Quiet hours from 11pm so everyone sleeps well

Plan your perfect Daycation and/or
Overnight Getaway

Whether you want to hang out in a riverside Cabana for the day, float for an afternoon or stay for a few nights — we've got you covered.

Day Trip

Cabanas & Picnic Tables

Starting at $49

10:30am - 6:30pm

Rent a shaded riverside spot with BBQ pit, hammock, and seating for up to 15. Just show up, grill, float, and relax.

Reserve a Day Spot

Float the River

Tubing & Kayaking

$24.99 unlimited all-day

10:30am - 6:30pm

1.5 miles of uncrowded spring-fed river. We handle the shuttle — you just float. No reservations needed.

Learn More

Stay Overnight

Glamping & Safari Cabins

Starting at $49/night (weekdays)

Checkin: 3PM out: 11AM

Air-conditioned cabins with real beds, kitchenettes, and fire pits. Fall asleep to the sound of the river.

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1.5 Miles of Clear, Family-Friendly River

The San Marcos River is spring-fed, flowing cool and clear all summer long, even in the harshest of droughts. Enjoy a gentle, relaxing float through beautiful cypress and pecan trees. Perfect for all ages. Tube or kayak as many times as you want with our unlimited wristband, and our friendly shuttles bring you right back to do it again.

72°F

Spring-Fed Water

1.5

Mile Float

Unlimited

Tubing & Kayaking

Included

Shuttle Service

Learn About Tubing & Kayaking

$24.99per person for unlimited float access

What Makes Son's Blue River Camp
Different

150 Private Acres

Room to spread out. Your family won't feel packed in like sardines.

Uncrowded River

Float 1.5 miles without bumping into strangers. This isn't downtown New Braunfels.

Real Comfort

AC cabins, clean bathrooms, shaded spots. Glamping means no suffering.

Family Atmosphere

No rowdy party crowds. Just family and friend groups who respect each other.

Everything You Want

Transparent pricing. Your cabin & cabana comes with grill, hammock, seating — no nickel-and-diming.

Shuttle Service

We own the put-in AND take-out. Hop on a tube or kayak and we'll handle the rest.

What Son's Blue River Camp
Guests Say

Real reviews from real families

"This was exactly what we needed — a peaceful getaway where our kids could play and we could actually relax. Already booked our next trip!"

The Johnson Family

Austin, TX

"The glamping cabins are amazing! AC, comfy beds, and falling asleep to the sound of the river. Perfect anniversary weekend."

Sarah & Mike

San Antonio, TX

"We've tried other river spots around Texas, but Son's Blue River Camp is hands down our favorite. The private stretch and friendly staff make all the difference."

The Martinez Family

Houston, TX