Today's float score
83
Stable current, 101°, 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.
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
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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