Relocating to DFW

Floating the river is one of our favorite pastimes here in Texas, especially as Summer rolls around! There’s no better way to beat the heat than grabbing a tube & floating down the river with some booze, friends, & tunes, so we’ve created your guide to floating the river here in Texas and some pro tips for you first-timers!

Updated May 2023

RIVERS TO FLOAT & RENT TUBES

Guadalupe River

Location: New Braunfels
Time: 2-6 hour floats
Water: More rugged with rapids
Vibes: Party atmosphere 
Tubes: Rockin' R, Whitewater Sports, and Lone Star Float House

Comal River

Location: New Braunfels
Time: Shortest float; 1-2 hrs
Water: Limited rapids
Vibes: Best for families 
Tubes: 444 Tubing Company, Rockin' R, and Comal Tubes

San Marcos River

Location: San Marcos
Time: 1-3 hrs
Water: Some small rapids
Vibes: The biggest party river
Tubes: Texas State Tubes, Don's Fish Camp, and Lions Club of San Marcos

Frio River

Location: Concan
Time: 3-7 hours
Water: Clear, cold and calm
Vibes: Secluded & the most beautiful
Tubes: Andy's on River Road, and Josh's Frio River Outfitters

BYOF(loat) RIVERS

Blanco River

Enjoy a relaxing float with family-friendly crowds and a slower pace, located in Blanco, Texas.
 

Colorado River

Float the longest river in Texas with tree-lined views and occasional wildlife spottings! Located in Bastrop, Texas.
 

Pedernales Falls State Park

Kick back on your tube and enjoy a lazy float in this slower river with pretty scenery, located in Johnson City.
 

Llano River

Bring your tubes and enjoy a family float trip at this calmer spot! Located in Junction, Texas.
 

Medina River

Escape the crowds at this peaceful float with stunning scenic views, located in Bandera.
 

Trinity River

Enjoy summer events like their Rockin’ the River live concert series, or rent a kayak instead of a tube! Located in Fort Worth, Texas.

TIPS

Pack a waterproof speaker.

Leave the valuables at home (prepare to lose things).

Bring cash for easy entry!

Bring a cooler + a tube for it to float on (connect it to your tube with a rope).

Pack all food & beverages in reusable containers.

Wear water shoes.

Pre-book your tubes online before your trip.

Check water levels & flow speed before you go.

Wear sunscreen & reapply often.

& most importantly...HAVE FUN!

RULES

Each river has a slightly different set of rules so make sure to check the river you plan to float before going!

In general:

• Some rivers have a can ban and require that all food & alcohol must be in non-disposable containers 
• No glass or styrofoam 
• No jumping from bridges, dams, trees, or cliffs

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