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It's an easy 1-hour drive south on I-35 or the 130 toll, and every activity is included for one price." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How far is Son's Rio Cibolo from Austin?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "About 1 hour south of downtown Austin via I-35 or the 130 toll. From South Austin, Buda, and Kyle it's roughly 50 minutes; from Round Rock and North Austin closer to 1 hour 15 minutes; San Marcos is about 35–40 minutes. We sit east of San Antonio in Marion, TX — easy day trip or weekend escape from anywhere in the Austin metro." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is this a good family-fun day trip from Austin?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — at roughly an hour each way, it's one of the easiest Hill Country day trips out of Austin. Day rental hours run 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM with cabanas and picnic tables available, so families can leave Austin in the morning, spend the day on the creek with kayaks and paddleboards, and be home for bedtime." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are activities included with our stay?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Every overnight stay includes unlimited access to both pools, the hot tub, fishing spots, basketball, sand volleyball, horseshoes, the game room, and all on-site trails. No per-activity fees and no shuttle charges — a big difference from Comal/San Marcos river outfitters that charge per tube, per kayak, and per shuttle ride." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can Austin families come just for the day?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — day rentals are completely standalone. Book a creekside cabana, covered picnic table, or kayaking and paddleboarding wristbands for a single day with no overnight required. The 130 toll route makes the drive predictable, so a Saturday day trip from Austin is very doable." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the best activity for kids on a trip from Austin?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most Austin families say kayaking and creek swimming are the top picks — the spring-fed water stays cool and clear all summer, and our 2-mile stretch of Cibolo Creek is calm enough for beginning paddlers and younger kids. When it's hot or rainy, the climate-controlled game room (air hockey, ping pong, shuffleboard, foosball) is the easy backup." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you have indoor activities for rainy days?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — our climate-controlled game room is stocked with air hockey, billiards, ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard, and a poker table. Most cabins also have covered porches and grills, so Austin families can still cook out and relax even if a Hill Country thunderstorm rolls through." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is this a better option than Schlitterbahn or the Comal River from Austin?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Depends on what you're after. Schlitterbahn means lines, parking, and per-person tickets; the Comal and San Marcos rivers usually involve shuttles and tube rentals. Son's Rio Cibolo is a private 100-acre property where your family gets the creek to itself — kayaks, paddleboards, pools, fire pits, and a game room all included. Same spring-fed Hill Country water, none of the crowd or upcharge headache." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How far is Son's Rio Cibolo from Austin?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "About 1 hour south of downtown Austin via I-35 or the 130 toll. From South Austin, Buda, and Kyle it's roughly 50 minutes; from Round Rock and North Austin closer to 1 hour 15 minutes. We sit east of San Antonio in Marion, TX — an easy day trip or weekend Hill Country escape from anywhere in the Austin metro." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Why come here instead of Schlitterbahn or the Comal River from Austin?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Schlitterbahn means lines, parking, and per-person ticket prices; the Comal and San Marcos rivers usually require shuttles and tube rentals. At Son's Rio Cibolo your family gets a private 100-acre property with kayaks, paddleboards, pools, fire pits, and a game room all included — no shuttles, no wristbands, no crowds. Same Hill Country spring-fed water, easier day." } } ] } ] --- [🌊 Sun–Thu Special! $99 Waterfront Cabins & $79 Deluxe Safari Cabins This Week! — BOOK NOW 🏡 🌊 $99 Waterfront Cabins Weekdays — BOOK NOW 🏡 ](/book-now#sons-rio-cibolo) [![Son's Rio Cibolo](/assets/sons-rio-cibolo-logo-DbY3PcpM.webp)](/) [Stay Overnight](/stay-overnight) [Day Rentals](/day-rentals) [Activities](/activities)[Property Map](/property-map) [Plan Your Visit](/plan-your-visit) [About](/about) [Reunions & Groups](/reunions-groups)[Specials](/specials)[Waivers](/waivers)[Contact](/contact) [(877) 577-7667](tel:877-577-7667)Book Now [](tel:877-577-7667)Book Now 1. [Home](/) 2. Family Fun Near Austin ![Family fun near Austin on spring-fed Cibolo Creek — 1 hour south](/assets/creek-overview-cropped-MQ5dI7Yx.webp) # Family Fun Near Austin — Hill Country Family Day on Cibolo Creek, 1 Hour South 100 private acres of spring-fed Cibolo Creek just one hour south of Austin. 20+ activities included — kayaks, paddleboards, pools, fire pits, full game room. No shuttles, no per-activity fees. Book Your StayExplore Activities 20+ Activities Included 100+ Acres to Explore ~1 Hour South of Austin ## Hill Country Water Without the Schlitterbahn Lines Austin families: Schlitterbahn is fun, but it's lines, sunburn, and $40 cheeseburgers. The Comal can be a parking nightmare. Son's Rio Cibolo is one hour south on the 130 toll — 100 private acres, two miles of spring-fed Cibolo Creek, and every activity included for one price. No shuttles, no wristband upcharges, no traffic. ## Hill Country Water 1 Hour from Austin — Creek, Pools & Hot Tubs Two miles of spring-fed creek that stays cool all summer, plus 3 pools and a hot tub — gear included. ![Kayaking on spring-fed Cibolo Creek at Son's Rio Cibolo](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Kayaking Paddle along 2 miles of spring-fed Cibolo Creek surrounded by towering cypress trees. ![Kids paddleboarding on calm Cibolo Creek waters](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Paddle Boarding Stand-up paddleboards available with a $19.99 wristband — calm, clear water perfect for beginners. ![Boy fishing in clear Cibolo Creek — family fun day](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Creek Swimming Jump into spring-fed water that stays refreshing even in the hottest Texas summers. ![Resort-style swimming pool at family resort in Marion, TX](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Pool Swimming Two resort-style pools for when you want a classic pool day with the family. ![Hot tub at Texas Hill Country resort](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Hot Tub Soak under the stars after a full day of adventure — perfect for unwinding. ![Fishing on Cibolo Creek at Son's Rio Cibolo](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Fishing Cast a line from the bank or dock — Cibolo Creek is home to bass, perch, and catfish. ## 100 Private Acres South of Austin — Real Hill Country to Roam Trails, sand volleyball, basketball, and 100 acres of Texas Hill Country an easy drive from Austin. ![Hiking and biking trails through Texas Hill Country](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Hiking & Biking Explore trails winding through 100 acres of live oaks, wildlife, and Hill Country views — on foot or by bike. ![Bird watching nature area at Son's Rio Cibolo](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Bird Watching Spot herons, hawks, cardinals, and dozens of species in their natural riparian habitat by kayak or hiking trails. ![Horseshoe pits — outdoor activities at Son's Rio Cibolo](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Horseshoes Grab a partner and toss some ringers — our horseshoe pits are the perfect laid-back competition for all ages. ![Outdoor basketball court at family resort](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Basketball Court Full-size court right on the property — perfect for a pickup game with the family. ![Sand volleyball court — family fun day](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Volleyball Court Rally up a match on the sand volleyball court — bring the competitive energy. ![Hammock lounging by Cibolo Creek in the Texas Hill Country](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Hammock Lounging String up between the oaks and let the creek soundtrack do the rest. Pure bliss. ## Plan Your Austin Family Hill Country Day 1 hour south on I-35 or 130 toll. Every activity included. No shuttles, no upcharges. Book Your Stay ## Hill Country Nights — Fire Pits, S'mores & Stargazing Dark skies you don't get in Austin. Fire pits at every cabin, s'mores supplies handy, the Milky Way overhead. ![Family gathered around a fire pit at dusk](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Fire Pits Every cabin area has its own fire pit — gather around as the sun sets over the creek. ![Family roasting s'mores around the campfire](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Roasting S'mores Marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers — the smell of a real campfire evening. ![Starry night sky over Texas Hill Country](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Stargazing Far enough from the city to see the Milky Way. Bring a blanket — the sky puts on a show. ## Climate-Controlled Game Room — Rainy-Day Backup for Austin Families Air hockey, billiards, ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard — the family fun keeps going whatever the weather. ![Kids playing air hockey in the game room](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Air Hockey Fast-paced fun for all ages in the climate-controlled game room. ![Pool table in the climate-controlled game room](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Billiards Rack 'em up on the full-size pool table — a classic after-dinner activity. ![Ping pong table — indoor activities](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Ping Pong Challenge anyone in the family — it always turns into a tournament. ![Poker night in the game room at family resort](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Poker Deal in for a friendly game of cards — the perfect way to end a fun-filled day. ![Shuffleboard table in the game room](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Shuffleboard Slide your way to victory on the shuffleboard table — perfect for a laid-back competition. ![Foosball table — things to do with kids](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Foosball Spin, flick, and score — our foosball table brings out the competitor in everyone. ## More Reasons Austin Families Love It Here Grilling, picnicking, wildlife — the little extras that round out a Hill Country weekend. ![Family grilling at their cabin — family fun day](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Grilling & BBQ Fire up the grill at your cabin — bring your own steaks or pick up supplies nearby. ![Creekside picnic table at Son's Rio Cibolo](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Picnicking by the Creek Spread out at one of our riverside picnic tables with views you can't get at a park. ![Wildlife watching at Texas Hill Country resort](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) ### Wildlife Watching Deer, rabbits, turtles, and more — the kids will love spotting critters on the property. ## Family Fun Near Austin — FAQs Everything Austin families ask before planning a Hill Country day trip to Son's Rio Cibolo. ### What are the best family-fun things to do near Austin outdoors? ### How far is Son's Rio Cibolo from Austin? ### Is this a good family-fun day trip from Austin? ### Are activities included with our stay? ### Can Austin families come just for the day? ### What's the best activity for kids on a trip from Austin? ### Do you have indoor activities for rainy days? ### Is this a better option than Schlitterbahn or the Comal River from Austin? ### How far is Son's Rio Cibolo from Austin? ### Why come here instead of Schlitterbahn or the Comal River from Austin? ## What Families Are Saying "Quick run down 130 toll — kids in the creek by lunch. Way easier than fighting Schlitterbahn parking." Jessica M. South Austin "We've done Comal a dozen times. This is calmer, cleaner, and we don't have to wrangle a shuttle with three kids." David & Laura R. Buda "Did a Friday-Sunday from Round Rock. 100 private acres, no crowds, every activity included. Hands down our easiest Hill Country trip." Maria T. Round Rock ## Book Your Family Getaway from Austin 100 acres, 20+ activities, zero extra fees. The easy Hill Country escape from Austin. Book Your Getaway ## Family Fun Near Austin — A Quieter Hill Country Day Trip Son's Rio Cibolo is one hour south of downtown Austin via I-35 or the 130 toll — an easy day trip or weekend escape from South Austin, Buda, Kyle, San Marcos, and Round Rock. Trade Schlitterbahn lines and Comal shuttles for 100 private acres of spring-fed Cibolo Creek with kayaks, paddleboards, 3 pools, a hot tub, fire pits, and a climate-controlled game room all included for one price. Visiting from elsewhere? 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