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Guadalupe — Spring Branch / Horseshoe
Good to Float Today

Guadalupe River

Spring Branch, TX

ModerateBusy but fun View route map

Today's float score

83

Stable current, 100°, and big weekend.

83FLOAT SCORE

Discharge

788 cfs

Moderate

USGS gauge

Gauge height

4.2 ft

Current reading

USGS gauge

Water temp

Variable

Seasonal

Air temp

100°F

Hot

NWS forecast

Storm risk

3%

Low

NWS forecast

Crowd index

Busy but fun

Best early

7-Day Float Forecast

Guadalupe

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.020406080100SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
Data series

Sun Jul 26

83

Hot

Mon Jul 27

83

Hot

Tue Jul 28

83

Hot

Wed Jul 29

83

Hot

Thu Jul 30

83

Hot

Fri Jul 31

83

Hot

Sat Aug 1

83

Hot

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.

  • Shanty Tubes

    Canyon Lake (FM 306)

    Canyon Lake / Horseshoe-area outfitter on FM 306. Confirm flows and access when planning a Guad trip.

  • Whitewater Sports

    Guadalupe (outfitter site)

    Guadalupe River recreation and trips through the operator’s published schedule. Verify details before you drive out.

  • River Sports Tubes

    Guadalupe recreation

    Guadalupe tube and river recreation. Check seasonal hours and run conditions in advance.

River Route

Stylized map of the Guadalupe float route Start · Shanty TubesShanty Tubes Take-out · Horseshoe Loop

4 mi

2-4 hrs

Moderate

Access & Logistics

Drive from Austin

≈68 min

Float duration

2-4 hours

Parking

Shanty Tubes

Shuttle / Outfitter

Shanty Tubes

Open route map

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.

Alerts

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