Shanty Tubes
start · outfitter
Reliable commercial Guadalupe anchor when flow is worth the trip.
easy parkingRestrooms nearbyVerify access first
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Route map detail
Guadalupe route, access, and logistics
Use the interactive map for put-in, take-out, parking, shuttle context, and the surrounding access notes. Keep the list view handy if the phone is wet or bright sun makes map work annoying.
Interactive route map
Kyle
San Marcos
Martindale
New Braunfels
Canyon Lake
San Marcos River
Comal River
Guadalupe River
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Trip snapshot
Put-in
Shanty Tubes
Take-out
Horseshoe Loop
Distance
4 mi
Float time
2-4 hrs
Parking
Shanty Tubes
Shuttle / outfitter
Shanty Tubes
Hazards and rules
- Low-flow scraping
- Long exposed sections
- More variable release-driven current
Outfitter logistics matter more here because public access is patchier.
Access points
Apple Maps
Whitewater Sports
start · outfitter
Included in the curated directory, but the exact operator pin still needs verification.
limited parkingNo restroom listedVerify access first
River Sports Tubes
end · outfitter
Included in the curated directory, but the exact operator pin still needs verification.
limited parkingNo restroom listedVerify access first
Horseshoe Loop
loop · landmark
Landmark anchor for the Guadalupe Horseshoe, not a precise public access promise.
none parkingNo restroom listedVerify access first
Outfitters and shuttle help
Shanty Tubes
Canyon Lake / Horseshoe-area outfitter on FM 306. Confirm flows and access when planning a Guad trip.
Whitewater Sports
Guadalupe River recreation and trips through the operator’s published schedule. Verify details before you drive out.
River Sports Tubes
Guadalupe tube and river recreation. Check seasonal hours and run conditions in advance.
