Guadalupe River

“The San Marcos river is a host to some of the cleanest water you can find, anywhere. The water from its spring-fed source is 10 times cleaner than EPA standards for drinking water! The usual float is one mile, though it's possible to float longer with a do-it-yourself toobing trip. When you're done, you can make a quick 10 minute walk back to the beginning and toob it again, or catch a shuttle back, operated by the Lions Club of San Marcos. Halfway between the music festivals and tech headquarters of Austin, Texas and the Spanish-colonial beauty of San Antonio is San Marcos. A rapidly growing city sometimes nicknamed “San Marvelous,” for its increasing attractiveness. Newcomers, whether they’re new residents or visitors, are discovering what some people have known for tens of thousands of years about this little oasis at the confluence of the San Marcos and Blanco rivers, not far from Guadalupe Mountains National Park. River tubing the San Marcos is extremely popular. Its also one of the best ways to enjoy water that stay a cool 72 degrees year-round. Those looking for a challenge might be interested in the Texas Water Safari. It’s a 262-mile canoe race from San Marcos to the gulf that must take place within just four days and four hours, using only human power and whatever supplies competitors initially bring onboard. If that sounds like a bit much, however, you can take a chiller approach with river tubing.”

“Just a few feet from your doorsteps is 11th Street Cowboy Bar. On Wednesday Nights, enjoy live country music and bring your own meats, and grill it on their Texas size BBQ pits. On the weekends, enjoy live music and dancing.”

“An hour away from San Antonio you'll find the charming Hill Country State Natural Area. Full of great hiking trails with different lengths and capacities, you'll really enjoy the views and your time outside. ”

“Great hiking and the small town of Utopia or Leakey can be a good day trip. A bit of a drive , if you go through the small town of Leakey and take the road #327 you will find it scenic and beautiful as you make your way to Lost Maples. Reservations are required. ”