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Float the spring-fed Comal River for about 2–2.5 hours, enjoying three short chutes and a shuttle back to the river mouth. This family-friendly tubing run combines cool, clear water with easy access from New Braunfels.
Float the spring-fed Comal River for about 2–2.5 hours, enjoying three short chutes and a shuttle back to the river mouth. This family-friendly tubing run combines cool, clear water with easy access from New Braunfels.
The river greets you cool and steady — a long ribbon of glassy 72°F water threading through oak-shaded banks as laughter and splashes move downstream like a current of their own.
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Operated by New Braunfels Toobs · New Braunfels, Texas
The river greets you cool and steady — a long ribbon of glassy 72°F water threading through oak-shaded banks as laughter and splashes move downstream like a current of their own.
Start at NB Toobs and let the Comal take over: mild currents that nudge rather than rush, three carved chutes that add short bursts of speed, and clear spring-fed water that shows the rocky bottom beneath your tube. The Comal is born of Comal Springs, one of Texas' largest spring systems sourced from the Edwards Aquifer, and the geology is simple and stark — limestone beds that have been worn smooth by centuries of flow.
New Braunfels carries a German settler history and a river culture built around Landa Park, picnic groves, and community tubing days. Tubing here is social — coolers, floats, and a steady procession of racers and loungers — but the river also rewards quieter observation: turtles sunning on limestone shelves, great blue herons stalking the shallows.
Practical guidance: float time is roughly 2–2.5 hours; a shuttle returns you and your tube to the mouth. Wear protective water shoes for the rocky entry and exit, apply reef-safe sunscreen, and bring a secure cooler or dry bag for valuables. Parking on site is first-come; bring cash or cards for nearby paid lots when busy. Alcohol is allowed but follow local river rules and keep plastics out of the water. For a smoother day, aim for morning departures before the heat and crowds peak. The Comal rewards relaxed pacing — let the river set the tempo and enjoy the chutes that punctuate an otherwise easy, scenic float.
easy.
2–2.5 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; ability to sit upright in a tube and walk short rocky approaches at entry/exit required
Expect roughly 2 to 2.5 hours on the water depending on crowding and how often you stop.
Yes — the float is easy and family-friendly, but children should be supervised and wear appropriate flotation if needed.
Yes, alcohol is permitted on the Comal River; follow local river rules, use allowed containers, and drink responsibly.
A shuttle returns guests and tubes to the river mouth; allow time for shuttle lines during busy periods.
The Comal River issues from Comal Springs, fed by the Edwards Aquifer; New Braunfels grew around these springs after German settlers founded the town in the 1840s.
Keep litter off the river, use reusable containers, and follow posted river rules to protect water quality and the Edwards Aquifer that feeds the Comal.
New Braunfels Toobs operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The river greets you cool and steady — a long ribbon of glassy 72°F water threading through oak-shaded banks as laughter and splashes move downstream like a current of their own.
The river greets you cool and steady — a long ribbon of glassy 72°F water threading through oak-shaded banks as laughter and splashes move downstream like a current of their own.
Start at NB Toobs and let the Comal take over: mild currents that nudge rather than rush, three carved chutes that add short bursts of speed, and clear spring-fed water that shows the rocky bottom beneath your tube. The Comal is born of Comal Springs, one of Texas' largest spring systems sourced from the Edwards Aquifer, and the geology is simple and stark — limestone beds that have been worn smooth by centuries of flow.
New Braunfels carries a German settler history and a river culture built around Landa Park, picnic groves, and community tubing days. Tubing here is social — coolers, floats, and a steady procession of racers and loungers — but the river also rewards quieter observation: turtles sunning on limestone shelves, great blue herons stalking the shallows.
Practical guidance: float time is roughly 2–2.5 hours; a shuttle returns you and your tube to the mouth. Wear protective water shoes for the rocky entry and exit, apply reef-safe sunscreen, and bring a secure cooler or dry bag for valuables. Parking on site is first-come; bring cash or cards for nearby paid lots when busy. Alcohol is allowed but follow local river rules and keep plastics out of the water. For a smoother day, aim for morning departures before the heat and crowds peak. The Comal rewards relaxed pacing — let the river set the tempo and enjoy the chutes that punctuate an otherwise easy, scenic float.