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Is it good
to float today?

Real-time river levels, weather, and crowd info for Central Texas float trips.

Good to Float Today

San Marcos River

Spring-fed, clear water, steady flow. Best all-around float. Best vibes stay in the morning when parking is easier.

83FLOAT SCORE

Discharge

87 cfs

Easy

Water temp

72°F

Refreshing

Air temp

93°F

Sunny

Storm risk

10%

Low

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7-Day Forecast

San Marcos River

Forecast trend chart

Seven-day float forecast trend. Higher scores mean better expected float conditions over the next 7 days.

Forecast trend chartSeven-day float forecast trend. Higher scores mean better expected float conditions over the next 7 days.020406080100ThuFriSatSunMonTueWed
Data series

Thu

92

Sunny

Fri

92

Storm risk

Sat

93

Sunny

Sun

92

Storm risk

Mon

89

Storm risk

Tue

86

Storm risk

Wed

91

Storm risk

San Marcos Route

Stylized map of the San Marcos float route Start Take-out

City Park / Lions Club to Rio Vista Park

4.5 mi · 1.5-3 hrs · Easy

Parking cue: Sewell Park

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What to bring

Pack smart for a better float.

River-day gear
Sunscreen
Water
PFD if needed
Dry bag
Water shoes
High crowdsConditions can change quickly on summer weekends.
Guides

Know before you go.

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