--- title: "Blog | Son's Guadalupe — River News, Tips & Updates" description: "Stay up to date with Son's Guadalupe. River conditions, seasonal tips, property news, and ideas for your next Guadalupe River getaway in New Braunfels, TX." lang: en-US json-ld: --- 🏕️🌊 $99 CABANAS & $24.99 ALL DAY TUBING THIS SUNDAY - BOOK NOW! 🎉☀️ [![Son's Guadalupe - Private River Basecamp](/assets/logo-B_Gj14XO.png)](/) Day Rentals [Tubing](/tubing)[Property Map](/property-map)[FAQs](/faqs)[Blog](/blog)[Contact Us](/contact) [877-577-7667 ](tel:877-577-7667)Book Now Book Now # Guadalupe River Tips & Guides Tips, stories, and inspiration for your next river adventure. [ ![Looking for a "Lazy River Near Me"? Why the Guadalupe River is the Ultimate Natural Float](/assets/friends-tubing-Bwc7jpqb.jpg) July 23, 2026 ## Looking for a "Lazy River Near Me"? Why the Guadalupe River is the Ultimate Natural Float Skip the chlorinated resort loops. Here's why the spring-fed Guadalupe River — with shuttle service and private cabanas — is the ultimate natural lazy river near New Braunfels. ](/blog/lazy-river-near-me-guadalupe)[ ![The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Guadalupe Peak: Trail Guide, Preparation, and the Two Guadalupes of Texas](/assets/tubing-canyon-view-Cznh8hcT.jpg) July 7, 2026 ## The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Guadalupe Peak: Trail Guide, Preparation, and the Two Guadalupes of Texas Full Guadalupe Peak trail guide — 8.4 miles, 2,922 ft of gain, gear and water rules — plus the cypress-shaded Guadalupe River in New Braunfels. ](/blog/guadalupe-peak-hiking-guide)[ ![Comal River vs. Guadalupe River: Which Float Is Right for Your Family?](/assets/friends-tubing-Bwc7jpqb.jpg) June 30, 2026 ## Comal River vs. Guadalupe River: Which Float Is Right for Your Family? Compare the Comal River and Guadalupe River in New Braunfels to find the best family float — rules, parking, crowds, water temps, and private cabana alternatives. ](/blog/comal-river-vs-guadalupe-river-comparison)[ ![Guadalupe River State Park: The 2026 Family Guide to Tubing, Swimming & Camping](/assets/tubing-canyon-view-Cznh8hcT.jpg) June 25, 2026 ## Guadalupe River State Park: The 2026 Family Guide to Tubing, Swimming & Camping Plan a Guadalupe River State Park trip with tubing, swimming, camping, rules, fees, reservations, river conditions, safety tips, and private river alternatives. ](/blog/guadalupe-river-state-park-family-guide-2026)[ ![Hiking Guadalupe Peak in 2026: Your Complete Guide to Texas' Highest Point, Plus a River Recovery Day](/assets/tubing-canyon-view-Cznh8hcT.jpg) June 22, 2026 ## Hiking Guadalupe Peak in 2026: Your Complete Guide to Texas' Highest Point, Plus a River Recovery Day Your 2026 guide to hiking Guadalupe Peak, Texas' highest point — trail stats, gear, weather, permits, plus a Guadalupe River recovery day. ](/blog/hiking-guadalupe-peak-texas-highest-point-2026)[ ![The Best Stretch of the Guadalupe River Near New Braunfels](/assets/aerial-river-cabanas-Ujonxhdx.jpg) June 9, 2026 ## The Best Stretch of the Guadalupe River Near New Braunfels Why Son's Guadalupe sits on the best-flowing stretch of the Guadalupe near New Braunfels — great floats even on low Canyon Lake release days, riverfront cabanas, and a family-friendly vibe. ](/blog/best-stretch-guadalupe-river-new-braunfels)[ ![Stress-Free Family Tubing on the Guadalupe — A Parent's Playbook](/assets/kid-tubing-DSUwWCpF.jpg) May 30, 2026 ## Stress-Free Family Tubing on the Guadalupe — A Parent's Playbook Skip the long walks, crowded shuttles and unknown parking. How shuttle-assisted, limited-capacity tubing at Son's Guadalupe turns a chaotic float into a calm family day. ](/blog/stress-free-family-tubing-guadalupe)[ ![River Road Parking Guide, New Braunfels — Lots, Fees & The Easy Way](/assets/aerial-river-cabanas-Ujonxhdx.jpg) May 30, 2026 ## River Road Parking Guide, New Braunfels — Lots, Fees & The Easy Way Where to park on River Road, what public lots cost, why offsite shuttle lots fill early, and how onsite cabana parking at Son's avoids the whole mess. ](/blog/river-road-parking-guide-new-braunfels)[ ![Kayaking the Guadalupe River Near New Braunfels — Routes, Rentals & Tips](/assets/aerial-river-cabanas-Ujonxhdx.jpg) May 27, 2026 ## Kayaking the Guadalupe River Near New Braunfels — Routes, Rentals & Tips A family-friendly guide to kayaking the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels — best put-in spots, river flow, what to bring, kid tips, and how to pair a paddle day with a private cabana at Son's. ](/blog/kayaking-guadalupe-river-new-braunfels)[ ![Labor Day Weekend on the Guadalupe River — 2026 Cabanas & Tubing Guide](/assets/aerial-cabanas-B9gWMsj2.jpg) May 27, 2026 ## Labor Day Weekend on the Guadalupe River — 2026 Cabanas & Tubing Guide Plan the perfect Labor Day weekend on the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels — what's open at Son's, booking deadlines, end-of-season pricing, weather, and how to skip the crowds. ](/blog/labor-day-weekend-guadalupe-river)[ ![4th of July on the Guadalupe River — 2026 Cabanas & Tubing Guide](/assets/aerial-cabanas-B9gWMsj2.jpg) May 27, 2026 ## 4th of July on the Guadalupe River — 2026 Cabanas & Tubing Guide Plan the perfect 4th of July on the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels — what's open at Son's, booking deadlines, pricing, fireworks viewing tips, and how to beat the crowds. ](/blog/4th-of-july-guadalupe-river)[ ![Guadalupe River Facts — Where It Starts, How Deep, Alligators & More](/assets/river-view-esXinr7k.jpg) May 27, 2026 ## Guadalupe River Facts — Where It Starts, How Deep, Alligators & More Everything you've wondered about the Guadalupe River — where it starts and ends, how long, how deep, alligators, flooding, and the best stretch for tubing near New Braunfels. ](/blog/guadalupe-river-facts-guide)[ ![Memorial Day Weekend on the Guadalupe River — 2026 Cabanas & Tubing Guide](/assets/aerial-cabanas-B9gWMsj2.jpg) May 9, 2026 ## Memorial Day Weekend on the Guadalupe River — 2026 Cabanas & Tubing Guide Plan the perfect Memorial Day weekend on the Guadalupe River — what's open at Son's, booking deadlines, pricing, kid tips, and how to skip the crowds. ](/blog/memorial-day-weekend-guadalupe-river)[ ![River Road New Braunfels — Cabanas, Camping & Tubing Guide](/assets/aerial-river-cabanas-Ujonxhdx.jpg) May 9, 2026 ## River Road New Braunfels — Cabanas, Camping & Tubing Guide The complete guide to River Road in New Braunfels — cabana rentals, tubing the Guadalupe, glamping, and tent camping on Texas's most iconic river road. ](/blog/river-road-new-braunfels-guide)[ ![Best Time to Tube the Guadalupe River — Month-by-Month Guide](/assets/tubing-canyon-view-Cznh8hcT.jpg) May 9, 2026 ## Best Time to Tube the Guadalupe River — Month-by-Month Guide When is the best time to tube the Guadalupe? A month-by-month breakdown of river flow, weather, crowds, and the sweet-spot weeks for family floats. ](/blog/best-time-to-tube-guadalupe-river)[ ![Schlitterbahn vs. Tubing the Guadalupe — Which Is Better for Families?](/assets/family-tubing-fun-DMv5wo6N.jpg) May 9, 2026 ## Schlitterbahn vs. Tubing the Guadalupe — Which Is Better for Families? Cost, crowds, kid-friendliness — an honest head-to-head comparison of Schlitterbahn and tubing the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels. ](/blog/schlitterbahn-vs-tubing-guadalupe)[ ![What to Pack for Tubing the Guadalupe River — Family Checklist](/assets/friends-floating-cooler-UDUl7DJf.jpg) May 9, 2026 ## What to Pack for Tubing the Guadalupe River — Family Checklist The complete family packing list for a day tubing the Guadalupe River — what to bring, what to leave home, and the cabana pro-tip that simplifies everything. ](/blog/what-to-pack-tubing-guadalupe-river)[ ![Guadalupe River Water Levels & Safety — Family Guide](/assets/clear-river-CCstt2sC.jpg) May 9, 2026 ## Guadalupe River Water Levels & Safety — Family Guide Flow rates, life jackets, and what families should know about Guadalupe River safety before tubing near New Braunfels. ](/blog/guadalupe-river-water-levels-safety)[ ![Cabana Rentals on the Guadalupe River — Price & What's Included](/assets/whats-included-TbVsh_aG.jpg) May 5, 2026 ## Cabana Rentals on the Guadalupe River — Price & What's Included Cabana rentals near New Braunfels start at $69. See pricing, what's included (picnic table, parking, river access, 6 guests) and how to book. ](/blog/cabana-rentals-price-whats-included)[ ![Guadalupe River Tube Rental Near New Braunfels — Prices & How It Works](/assets/sons-tubes-river-Bs0vZEAE.jpg) May 5, 2026 ## Guadalupe River Tube Rental Near New Braunfels — Prices & How It Works Tube rental prices, what's included, and why renting through Son's Guadalupe is the easiest way to float the Guadalupe River. ](/blog/guadalupe-river-tube-rental-near-new-braunfels)[ ![Tubing With Kids on the Guadalupe River — A Parent's Guide](/assets/kid-tubing-DSUwWCpF.jpg) May 5, 2026 ## Tubing With Kids on the Guadalupe River — A Parent's Guide Best ages, life jackets, calm stretches, what to pack, and why a cabana rental makes family tubing on the Guadalupe stress-free. ](/blog/tubing-with-kids-guadalupe-river)[ ![10 Fun Things to Do With Kids Near New Braunfels (Beyond the Tube)](/assets/kids-playing-river-DkPqqJaW.jpg) May 5, 2026 ## 10 Fun Things to Do With Kids Near New Braunfels (Beyond the Tube) From tubing the Guadalupe River to Schlitterbahn, Natural Bridge Caverns, glamping, and campfire s'mores — the ultimate guide to family getaways near New Braunfels. ](/blog/fun-things-to-do-with-kids-near-new-braunfels)[ ![Tubing the Guadalupe River Near New Braunfels — The Ultimate Family Guide](/assets/friends-tubing-Bwc7jpqb.jpg) May 5, 2026 ## Tubing the Guadalupe River Near New Braunfels — The Ultimate Family Guide Your complete guide to tubing the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels — cabana rentals, kayaking, family fun things to do in New Braunfels, and insider tips for the best float of the summer. ](/blog/tubing-guadalupe-river-new-braunfels)[ ![Spring Break 2026 at Son's River Ranch — We're Open & the River Is Calling!](/assets/spring-break-card-B5_WKQgt.jpg) March 14, 2026 ## Spring Break 2026 at Son's River Ranch — We're Open & the River Is Calling! The river is flowing, the weather is warm, and Son's River Ranch is officially open for spring break. Grab the family and make memories that last a lifetime. ](/blog/spring-break-2026-sons-river-ranch) Stories From the River ## Guides for Tubing the Guadalupe River & Family Getaways From insider tips on tubing the Guadalupe River to guides on cabana rentals near New Braunfels, glamping near New Braunfels, and fun things to do with kids near New Braunfels, our blog is the easiest way to plan your next visit. New posts every season covering river conditions, family-friendly itineraries, and the best of New Braunfels and the Texas Hill Country. [Cabanas →](/cabanas)[Tubing →](/tubing)[Glamping →](/glamping)[Book Now →](/book-now) ![Son's Guadalupe logo — Private River Basecamp on the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels, TX](/assets/logo-B_Gj14XO.png) Your private riverside basecamp on the Guadalupe — where comfort, control, and family fun replace chaos, crowds, and stress. 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