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Comal — New Braunfels Loop
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Comal River

New Braunfels, TX

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Today's float score

83

Stable current, 93°, and weekend energy.

83FLOAT SCORE

Discharge

98 cfs

Moderate

USGS gauge

Gauge height

1.9 ft

Current reading

USGS gauge

Water temp

70°F

Spring-fed

Air temp

93°F

Sunny

NWS forecast

Storm risk

12%

Low

NWS forecast

Crowd index

Packed

After lunch

7-Day Float Forecast

Comal

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 Jun 11

83

Sunny

Fri Jun 12

69

Storm risk

Sat Jun 13

83

Sunny

Sun Jun 14

57

Partly cloudy

Mon Jun 15

57

Storm risk

Tue Jun 16

57

Storm risk

Wed Jun 17

69

Storm risk

What to bring

River-day gear
Sunscreen
Water
PFD if needed
Dry bag
Water shoes

Outfitters and shuttles

Tube rentals, shuttles, and river access—confirm hours, parking, and local rules with each operator.

  • Texas Tubes

    New Braunfels

    Mainstream Comal tube outfitter near the downtown float corridor. High volume in peak season.

  • Comal Tubes

    New Braunfels (S. I-35)

    Full-service Comal float packages with I-35 corridor access. Check city container and exit rules.

  • Corner Tubes

    Downtown New Braunfels

    Downtown New Braunfels option near the busy Comal core. Good for a short launch window.

River Route

Stylized map of the Comal float route Start · Prince Solms ParkPrince Solms Park Take-out · Last Public Exit

2 mi

1-2 hrs

Easy

Access & Logistics

Drive from Austin

≈54 min

Float duration

1-2 hours

Parking

Prince Solms Park

Shuttle / Outfitter

Texas Tubes

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Rules & Safety

No glass containers

No glass. City rules are enforced on busy weekends.

Wear water shoes

Protect your feet on rocky exits and slick banks.

Bring water

Texas river days get hot before you feel it.

Keep one phone dry

Use a waterproof pouch for phones and keys.

Alerts

1 active
High crowdsExpect extra pressure on parking, exits, or shuttle timing.
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