Son's Rio Cibolo · Marion, Texas
Kayaking & Paddleboarding Near San Antonio
2 miles of beautiful paddling on spring-fed Cibolo Creek through towering pecan & oak trees — just 20 minutes from San Antonio
The Closest Real Kayaking to San Antonio
Skip the 45-minute haul to the Comal or Guadalupe. Cibolo Creek is 20 minutes east of downtown San Antonio — calm, spring-fed water, no shuttle, no tubing crowds, and unlimited paddle runs all day for $19.99.
The Best Kayaking Near San Antonio — Without the Crowds
Tired of fighting for space on the Comal or Guadalupe? Forget the long shuttle rides, packed launches, and party barges. Son's Rio Cibolo is a private, 100-acre property on spring-fed Cibolo Creek in Marion, TX — calm, uncrowded, and the best kayaking near San Antonio for families, couples, and groups.
Looking for kayak rentals near San Antonio? Grab a kayak or paddleboard, launch right from the bank, and paddle as many times as you want. No shuttle. No stress. Just you and the creek — one of the top things to do near San Antonio. Make a weekend of it and book a waterfront cabin.
72°F Water
Spring-fed year-round
2-Mile Paddle
Through oak & pecan trees
Unlimited Runs
All day, no limits
No Shuttle
Grab-and-go from the bank
Kayaking & Paddleboarding in Photos
Kayak, paddleboard, float, repeat — surrounded by towering trees and crystal-clear spring water
How Kayak Rentals Work at Son's Rio Cibolo
Get Your Wristband
Purchase your Ultimate River Fun Wristband online or on-site. $19.99/person or $99 for a 6-pack.
Grab a Kayak or Paddleboard
Walk down to the creek and pick up any available kayak or stand-up paddleboard. No signup sheets or time slots.
Paddle All Day
Paddle as many times as you want from 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Switch between kayaks and paddleboards anytime.
Kayak & Paddleboard Rental Pricing
Unlimited kayaking & paddleboarding all day — one wristband, endless fun
💡 Overnight guests receive 25% off wristbands automatically
Add a Cabana or Picnic Table & Save 25% on Wristbands
Make your day even better — rent a private riverside cabana or picnic table as your home base. Kick back in the shade between paddle runs, keep your cooler close, and enjoy your own spot on the creek all day.
🎉 Cabana or picnic table renters get 25% off kayaking & paddleboarding wristbands!
Discount applied automatically when you book a cabana and wristbands together.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding — FAQs
Kayak Rentals 20 Minutes from San Antonio
Son's Rio Cibolo is located in Marion, TX — just 20 minutes east of downtown San Antonio via I-10. The closest spring-fed Hill Country kayak experience to the SA metro, with easy access from Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Schertz, Cibolo, Universal City, and Converse.
20 min
from San Antonio
1 hr
from Austin
2.5 hr
from Houston
25 min
from New Braunfels
Son's Rio Cibolo · Marion, TX 78124
Where Can I Kayak Near San Antonio?
If you've searched for kayaking near San Antonio, you've probably seen three main options: the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels, the Comal River in New Braunfels, and the San Antonio River downtown. All three are fine in the right season — but all three get crowded, especially from May through August. Son's Rio Cibolo offers a fourth option: spring-fed Cibolo Creek, 20 minutes east of downtown San Antonio in Marion, TX. The water is calmer than the Guadalupe, quieter than the Comal, and you won't share it with 200 tubers.
The Cibolo is a different kayak experience by design. No shuttles. No one-way paddling. No scheduled launch times. You walk to the creek, put in, and come back when you're done. Unlimited runs on one wristband. Overnight guests staying in our waterfront cabins get a 25% discount on wristbands automatically.
Visiting from another city? See kayaking from Houston, kayaking from Austin, kayaking from New Braunfels, or browse the regional Texas Hill Country kayaking guide. See all activities or browse day rentals.
Ready to Paddle?
Grab your wristband and hit the creek — unlimited kayaking and paddleboarding all day long. Check our current promotions, or making a weekend of it? See our family cabins and glamping cabins for overnight stays.
From the Blog — Kayaking & Creek Guides
Kayaking Near San Antonio: Spring-Fed Creek, Free Kayaks, Zero Crowds
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Cibolo Creek: A Complete Guide to the Spring-Fed Texas Creek
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