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Comal — New Braunfels Loop
Good to Float Today

Comal River

New Braunfels, TX

EasyModeratePacked

Today's float score

69

Stable current, 73°, and weekend energy.

69FLOAT SCORE

Discharge

225 cfs

Moderate

Gauge height

2.1 ft

Current reading

Water temp

70°F

Spring-fed

Air temp

73°F

Partly cloudy

Storm risk

25%

Low

Crowd index

Packed

After lunch

7-Day Float Forecast

Comal

Sun Apr 26

83

Sunny

Mon Apr 27

83

Sunny

Tue Apr 28

83

Hot

Wed Apr 29

69

Storm risk

Thu Apr 30

69

Storm risk

Fri May 1

69

Partly cloudy

Sat May 2

69

Partly cloudy

What to bring

River-day gear
Sunscreen
Water
Life vest
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.

Full outfitter directory

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

Open full outlook

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

2 active
Storm riskWatch the radar and National Weather Service updates before you drive out.
High crowdsExpect extra pressure on parking, exits, or shuttle timing.