Readers ask: Where Does The San Marcos River End?

Where does the San Marcos River begin?

The maximum depth is 11-15ft/3-5m. The average visibility is 16-20ft/5-6m.

Where do you put on the San Marcos River?

Here are four spots where you can do just that, and really make the most of tubing the San Marcos River.

• San Marcos River Retreat.
• Don’s Fish Camp.
• Leisure Resort on the San Marcos River.
• River Bend RV Park.

Is 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.

Can you drink alcohol on the San Marcos River?

While San Marcos River tubing rules allow alcohol consumption while floating, public drinking is actually forbidden. This means that you can’t continue sipping when on the ground in any of the nearby areas, including parks, dams and bridges.

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.

Is San Marcos River clean?

The spring-fed river water is not only cool, but it is also 10 times cleaner than the EPA standard for drinking water, making it among the cleanest water in the country.

What fish are in the San Marcos River?

Angling Opportunities. Abundant angling opportunities are found in this segment of the San Marcos River for Largemouth Bass, Guadalupe Bass, and Channel Catfish. Fishing for black basses is best when turbidity in the river is low, as these species feed primarily by sight.

Can you still tube in San Marcos?

We’re a high-quality service, low-cost tubing provider on the San Marcos River! If you have a group looking for a fun river float, come have a blast tubing down the closest river to Austin that allows recreational tubing. We also provide transportation from Austin with our tubing tours.

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.

What river is best to float in New Braunfels?

Comal River, New Braunfels The spring-fed Comal provides clear water at a refreshing 70–72 degrees, perfect for tubing. The City Tube Chute offers some excitement on an otherwise relaxing float.

How long does it take to float the river in San Marcos?

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.