--- title: "Kayaking Near San Antonio | $19.99 All-Day Rentals" description: "Kayak & paddleboard rentals near San Antonio — $19.99 all-day wristband on spring-fed Cibolo Creek. 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Cibolo Creek is calm, spring-fed water that many families enjoy. The creek is shallow in many spots but also deep in others — life jacket use is strongly encouraged for everyone and provided for all guests. Many families bring kids as young as 4-5 years old. Adult supervision is strongly recommended at all times when children are anywhere near water. All water activities are at your own risk." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need previous experience?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No experience needed! The calm, spring-fed creek is ideal for first-timers. Kayaks and paddleboards are stable and easy to use. Our team is on-site if you need any tips." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's included with the wristband?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Your Ultimate Creek Fun Wristband includes unlimited kayaking AND paddleboarding all day long (10:30 AM – 6:30 PM). Grab a kayak, paddleboard, or switch between them as many times as you want." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need to make a reservation?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We recommend booking online to guarantee your spot, especially on weekends. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What should I bring?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Sunscreen, water shoes or sandals with straps, a hat, and a towel. We recommend wearing clothes you don't mind getting wet. You can bring a waterproof phone case for photos!" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there a shuttle needed?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No shuttle needed! Unlike public rivers, our kayaks and paddleboards are grab-and-go from the launch point. Paddle as far as you'd like and come back at your own pace." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What about parking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parking passes are $20 per vehicle for day guests. Overnight guests receive complimentary parking." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I rent a cabana too?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes! Cabanas and picnic tables are available to rent as your \"home base\" for the day. Plus, cabana renters get 25% off kayaking and paddleboarding wristbands!" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Cibolo Creek good for beginner kayaking?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Cibolo Creek is one of the best beginner kayaking spots in the Texas Hill Country. The water is calm and spring-fed with no rapids — ideal for first-time paddlers, kids, and anyone who wants a relaxed, no-pressure paddle. The current is gentle, the launch is right at the bank, and you can turn around whenever you like." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does this compare to kayaking on the Guadalupe or Comal?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Guadalupe and Comal are great rivers, but they require shuttle service, can get very busy in summer, and you only paddle one direction. Son's Rio Cibolo is much quieter, and you can paddle as many times as you want — no shuttle, no schedule, no crowds." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the cheapest way to kayak in the Hill Country?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "At $19.99 for an all-day wristband with unlimited kayak and paddleboard runs, Son's Rio Cibolo is one of the most affordable kayak rentals in the region on a per-hour basis. Most outfitters charge $25–$50 for a single 2-3 hour run. Group of 6? Save another $21 with the 6-pack at $99." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I bring my own kayak or paddleboard?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Day guests are welcome to bring personal kayaks and paddleboards. A standard parking/property access fee applies. If you'd rather skip the loading and unloading, our $19.99 wristband covers unlimited use of our on-site fleet all day." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does it cost to rent a kayak near San Antonio?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "At Son's Rio Cibolo it's $19.99 for an all-day wristband that covers unlimited kayak and paddleboard runs on Cibolo Creek. Overnight cabin and glamping guests get the wristband at $19.99/person. By comparison, outfitter rentals on the Comal River and Guadalupe River near New Braunfels typically run $25–$45 per person and are timed by trip, not by day." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the minimum age for kayaking near San Antonio at Son's Rio Cibolo?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "There's no strict minimum age. Cibolo Creek is calm, spring-fed, and shallow in many spots, so families regularly bring kids as young as 4–5 in tandem with an adult. Life jackets are provided and required for everyone in or near the water. Adult supervision is mandatory at all times." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need a reservation to kayak near San Antonio?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Day-pass kayak wristbands are typically available walk-up, but on summer weekends and holidays we recommend booking a day rental in advance to guarantee a spot. Overnight guests automatically have access — no separate kayak booking needed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How big a group can kayak together at Son's Rio Cibolo?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We have enough kayaks and paddleboards on-site to support groups of 30+ paddling at once. Larger reunion groups (50–100+) should book through our reunions and groups page so we can stage gear, lifejackets, and launch points appropriately." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are dogs allowed kayaking on Cibolo Creek?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Son's Rio Cibolo is a pet-free property, so dogs cannot join kayak runs here. 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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](/family-cabins). ![Kayak rentals on Cibolo Creek — 20 Minutes from San Antonio](/assets/kayak-creek-scenic-B-ijVdSl.webp)![Family kayaking near San Antonio](/assets/gallery-family-kayak-DVxsZS_N.webp)![Kids paddleboarding — Hill Country day trip from San Antonio](/assets/kids-paddleboard-CYXKq5eS.webp)![Spring-fed kayaking in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/tubing-kayak-34-Cr5fzjtC.webp) 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 ![Kayaking on spring-fed Cibolo Creek in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/kayak-creek-scenic-B-ijVdSl.webp) ![Family kayaking on Cibolo Creek near the Texas Hill Country](/assets/gallery-family-kayak-DVxsZS_N.webp) ![Kids paddleboarding on calm spring-fed creek](/assets/kids-paddleboard-CYXKq5eS.webp) ![Paddleboarding through oak trees on Cibolo Creek](/assets/tubing-kayak-34-Cr5fzjtC.webp) ![Cabana with kayaks on Cibolo Creek](/assets/homepage-gallery-9-BiqseaRp.webp) ![Kids kayaking on Cibolo Creek Marion TX](/assets/kids-kayaking-QdI48puM.webp) ![Scenic paddleboarding on Cibolo Creek](/assets/tubing-kayak-42--k_67j5F.webp) ![Family kayak rental on Cibolo Creek](/assets/river-kayak-family-Cza2JEz3.webp) ![Kayaking through trees on Cibolo Creek](/assets/tubing-kayak-46-CHuN7V0A.webp) ![Spring-fed creek kayaking in Texas Hill Country](/assets/tubing-kayak-50-mWHMfJzh.webp) ## How Kayak Rentals Work at Son's Rio Cibolo Step 1 ### Get Your Wristband Purchase your Ultimate Creek Fun Wristband online or on-site. $19.99/person or $99 for a 6-pack. Step 2 ### 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. Step 3 ### 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 Per Person $19.99 Unlimited all day Book Now → BEST VALUE 6-Pack $99 Save $21 for groups! Book Now → 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM $20 parking/vehicle 💡 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. ![Riverside cabana for kayak rentals on Cibolo Creek](/assets/cabana-B6C0Kdlb.webp)![Cabana with hammock by Cibolo Creek](/assets/cabana-28-vx2ZGNJ_.webp)![Covered riverside picnic table near kayak launch](/assets/picnic-table-15-BZ3jEIyW.webp)![Picnic table by Cibolo Creek for kayakers](/assets/gallery-picnic-table-river-DAcXJEp2.webp) Riverside Cabanas Starting at $99 Private shaded cabana on the creek Book Now → Riverside Picnic Tables Starting at $49 Creekside table for your group Book Now → ## Kayaking & Paddleboarding — FAQs ### Is kayaking and paddleboarding okay for kids? ### Do I need previous experience? ### What's included with the wristband? ### Do I need to make a reservation? ### What should I bring? ### Is there a shuttle needed? ### What about parking? ### Can I rent a cabana too? ### Is Cibolo Creek good for beginner kayaking? ### How does this compare to kayaking on the Guadalupe or Comal? ### What's the cheapest way to kayak in the Hill Country? ### Can I bring my own kayak or paddleboard? ### How much does it cost to rent a kayak near San Antonio? ### What's the minimum age for kayaking near San Antonio at Son's Rio Cibolo? ### Do I need a reservation to kayak near San Antonio? ### How big a group can kayak together at Son's Rio Cibolo? ### Are dogs allowed kayaking on Cibolo Creek? ## 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 🛶 Kayaks & Paddleboards 🏊 Pool & Hot Tub 🔥 Fire Pits 📶 Wi-Fi 🅿️ On-Site Parking ## Where Can I Kayak Near San Antonio? (Updated May 2026) _Last updated May 12, 2026._ 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. **Quick comparison of kayaking spots near San Antonio:** **Cibolo Creek (Son's Rio Cibolo, Marion)** — 20 min from SA, calm spring-fed water, no current, unlimited day runs $19.99, year-round. **Comal River (New Braunfels)** — 30 min from SA, very crowded May–Sep, outfitter rentals $25–$35, ~2-hour float. **Guadalupe River (Sattler/New Braunfels)** — 45 min from SA, cold tail-water below Canyon Dam, faster current, $30–$45 outfitter rentals, May–Sep. **Frio River (Concan/Garner)** — 2 hr from SA, jade-green swimming holes, $25–$40 rentals, summer-only. **Medina River (Bandera)** — 1 hr from SA, cypress-shaded, lower volume, $20–$30 rentals. **Mission Reach (San Antonio River, downtown SA)** — in-city, free urban paddle, BYO kayak, year-round. 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](/family-cabins) get a 25% discount on wristbands automatically. Visiting from another city? See [kayaking from Houston](/kayak-houston), [kayaking from Austin](/kayak-austin), [kayaking from New Braunfels](/kayak-new-braunfels), or browse the regional [Texas Hill Country kayaking guide](/kayak-texas-hill-country). See [all activities](/activities) or browse [day rentals](/day-rentals). ## Ready to Paddle? Grab your wristband and hit the creek — unlimited kayaking and paddleboarding all day long. Check our [current promotions](/specials), or making a weekend of it? See our [family cabins](/family-cabins) and [glamping cabins](/glamping) for overnight stays. Get Your Wristband — $19.99[(877) 577-7667](tel:8775777667) ## From the Blog — Kayaking & Creek Guides [View all posts](/blog) [ ![Kayaking Near San Antonio: Spring-Fed Creek, Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person), Zero Crowds](/assets/kayak-creek-scenic-B-ijVdSl.webp) Kayaking ### Kayaking Near San Antonio: Spring-Fed Creek, Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person), Zero Crowds 2 miles of private spring-fed Cibolo Creek, beginner-friendly water, Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person) for overnight guests. The best kayaking near San Antonio without the long drive. ](/blog/kayaking-near-san-antonio)[ ![Cibolo Creek: A Complete Guide to the Spring-Fed Texas Creek](/assets/kayak-creek-scenic-B-ijVdSl.webp) Local Area ### Cibolo Creek: A Complete Guide to the Spring-Fed Texas Creek Where it flows, why spring-fed matters, and where to swim, kayak, and fish on Cibolo Creek 20 min east of San Antonio. ](/blog/cibolo-creek-guide)[ ![25 Fun Things to Do Near San Antonio with Kids (2026)](/assets/gallery-friends-group-tubes-DEe2FxFG.webp) Things To Do ### 25 Fun Things to Do Near San Antonio with Kids (2026) 25 kid-approved things to do near San Antonio in 2026 — the Alamo, River Walk, caverns, and spring-fed Cibolo Creek escapes, organized by drive time from downtown. ](/blog/fun-things-to-do-near-san-antonio) ![Son's Rio Cibolo](/assets/sons-rio-cibolo-logo-DbY3PcpM.webp) ### Son's Rio Cibolo Spring Fed Paradise Waterfront & glamping cabin rentals on a gorgeous spring fed creek. 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