Today's float score
83
Stable current, 93°, and big weekend.
Water temp
72°F
Spring-fed
Crowd index
Busy but fun
Best early
7-Day Float Forecast
San Marcos
Seven-day float forecast trend. Higher scores mean better expected float conditions over the next 7 days.
Thu Jun 11
83
Sunny
Fri Jun 12
69
Storm risk
Sat Jun 13
83
Sunny
Sun Jun 14
57
Storm risk
Mon Jun 15
57
Storm risk
Tue Jun 16
57
Storm risk
Wed Jun 17
69
Storm risk
What to bring
Outfitters and shuttles
Tube rentals, shuttles, and river access—confirm hours, parking, and local rules with each operator.
Lions Club Tube Rental
San Marcos (city run)
Tube rentals and day-use river access in San Marcos. Seasonal hours—confirm before you go.
Don's Fish Camp
Martindale
Shuttle and river access for longer floats with a Martindale-area finish. Busy on peak weekends.
Texas State Tubes
San Marcos (N. Old Bastrop Hwy)
Seasonal tube outfitter on the N. Old Bastrop Hwy corridor. Verify hours, parking, and access.
River Route
Start · City Park / Lions ClubSewell Park Take-out · Rio Vista Park4.5 mi
1.5-3 hrs
Easy
Access & Logistics
Drive from Austin
≈49 min
Float duration
1.5-3 hours
Parking
Sewell Park
Shuttle / Outfitter
Lions Club Tube Rental
Rules & Safety
Reusable containers only
Avoid Styrofoam and pack out everything you bring.
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.
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