FAQ: How Long Is The San Marcos River?

How long is the San Marcos River float?

Floating the River in San Marcos takes about 3 hours – which is the perfect amount of time to enjoy some fun under the sun. But just because the tubing comes to an end doesn’t mean the fun has to.

How many miles is the San Marcos River?

General rules In line with regulations of other rivers, San Marcos River tubing rules strictly prohibit littering of any kind. In many cases, this involves throwing empty bottles and cans into the river, as drinking while floating is a favorite pastime of tubers.

Are there alligators in San Marcos River?

‘That’s the biggest fish we have ever pulled in’: 198-pound alligator gar caught in the Brazos River. Jet Ski In Hull Transducer, The river flows southward through parts of the Texas State University campus and downtown San Marcos.

Is San Marcos River safe?

For the most part, it’s very safe. The water is clear so you can see any underwater obstacles. Small children or non-swimmers should always wear a flotation device. There is only one area at Rio Vista Park where the water flows over a dam and moves pretty fast.

Do you have to pay to float the San Marcos River?

No cost to float the San Marcos River with your own tube. You can rent a tube from the Lions Club. Lions also provide a bus shuttle to move you back to the headwaters, so you can float again or get back to your car quickly.

What lives in the San Marcos River?

Smallmouth, largemouth, Guadalupe Bass and Guadalupe/Smallmouth hybrids are all found in the San Marcos. Good numbers of catfish, Rio Grande Perch, several species of sunfish, carp and gar can all be caught on a fly in the same day.

Can you swim in San Marcos River?

Because of San Marcos’ mild winters and warm springs, the river is a popular recreational spot year-round for snorkeling, fishing, swimming, tubing, and kayaking.

Is San Marcos River free?

There is no cost to use the San Marcos River or the Blanco River. Parking is also free. Visitors may bring their own tubes, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards or rent one from a vendor.

Where does San Marcos TX get its water?

The Surface Water Treatment Plant is owned by the City of San Marcos and operated and maintained by the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA). The City obtains raw surface water from the Guadalupe River via a pipeline operated by GBRA. The source of the surface water for the City is considered to be Canyon Lake.

Are rivers in San Marcos open?

The San Marcos River bubbles to life from hundreds of springs right in the City’s center. Always a refreshing 72 degrees, the river is enjoyed year ’round. Grab a tube and go for a float.

Can you tube in San Marcos?

The San Marcos River is practically synonymous with tubing. If you’re looking to tube the San Marcos River, you have the option of either renting a tube or bringing your own. One of the most popular spots for tube rentals and river shuttles is the Lions Club Tube Rental at San Marcos City Park.