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Home in New Braunfels
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviewsComal Comfort in a perfect New Braunfels Location!
Sep 2 โ 9
Home in New Braunfels
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviewsStollewerk Haus! Beautiful, KING SUITE & Location!
Aug 11 โ 18
Home in New Braunfels
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviewsStay in the heart of NB in this charming home!
Dec 8 โ 15
Home in San Antonio
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviewsThe Plumeria Retreat on the Lake
Jan 6 โ 13
Home in Kingsbury
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviewsDMK Ranch Home 12 miles from San Marcos, TX
Nov 20 โ 27
Home in Wimberley
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 588 reviewsSalvation Cabin
Sep 2 โ 9
Home in New Braunfels
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviewsRiverfront Country Lodge (#1 Trout Fishing in TX)
Nov 26 โ Dec 3
Home in Canyon Lake
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviewsNear boat ramp๐ถCozy, clean and peaceful ๐ก
Apr 2 โ 9
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Apartment in Canyon Lake
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsCanyon Lake Log Cabin Treehouse w/Hot Tub
Dec 7 โ 14
Condo in New Braunfels
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviewsCharming City Center River Retreat Unit A
Oct 5 โ 12
Guest suite in New Braunfels
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviewsRiver House at the Comal Rapids
Nov 16 โ 23
Guesthouse in New Braunfels
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 552 reviewsOak Crest Haus between New Braunfels & Canyon Lake
Jul 15 โ 22
Camper/RV in Canyon Lake
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsParaiso del Canyon secluded hideaway to relax
Oct 2 โ 9
Guesthouse in New Braunfels
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviewsCottagecore Apartment - Hot Tub - Quiet, Country
May 28 โ Jun 4
Farm stay in San Marcos
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviewsSan Marcos Country home No Cleaning FEE
Aug 4 โ 11
Condo in New Braunfels
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviewsComfy Comal River Condo at River Run
Sep 14 โ 21
Your guide to Comal River
Welcome to Comal River
Nestled in Texasโs bucolic Hill Country, the wide, blue, spring-fed Comal River is nothing short of idyllic โ short being the operative word here. Locals have dubbed the waterway โthe longest shortest river in the worldโ because it flows for just 2.5 miles, entirely contained within the city limits of charming New Braunfels.
The Comal is best known as a tubing destination. Folks flock here with inflated inner tubes to enjoy a respite from the heat, as they float along in the cool water, stopping at sandbars to picnic or swim. While the nearby Guadalupe, another popular tubing spot, has a few rapids and attracts boisterous crowds, the Comal offers a leisurely experience.
If you are looking for thrills, the Comal does run by โ and feed โ a popular waterpark. But you donโt have to get in the water to enjoy this lovely little river, which is lined with tree-shaded parks, home to endangered species, and an excellent spot to fish, canoe, and kayak.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Comal River
The best season for tubing in Texas is summer, when temperatures sizzle. But the Comal River stays a refreshing 70 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit, year-round, making for comfortable swimming on almost any sunny day. With approximately 25 million visitors every summer, booking one of the areaโs rentals can be more challenging during this season, and the atmosphere becomes particularly spirited on holiday weekends. Plan to visit on a weekday if you want something a bit calmer. If youโd rather canoe or kayak โ or enjoy the river from shore โ consider visiting in the off season, when the weather is still warm and the river, bereft of tubers, is serene.
Top things to do in Comal River
Landa Park
The headwaters of the Comal River are located in the 51-acre Landa Park, where you can picnic riverside under sprawling oak trees. The park also includes a small lake, an arboretum with more than 80 species of trees, tennis courts, a mini golf course as well as a full-size one, hiking trails, and a miniature train. Two neighboring parks, Prince Solms Park and Hinman Island Park, also border the river and have areas for swimming and fishing.
Dive the Comal River
Scuba diving offers a completely different perspective on the Comal. The visibility of the spring waters is excellent, revealing numerous species of shellfish and small fish, including the endangered Fountain Darter, a little reddish-brown fish found only in the Comal and nearby San Marcos springs systems. The quick drift dive only takes 15 to 30 minutes, and divers can rent gear from shops in town.
Tube the Comal River
Tubing is a serious pastime here. Most folks start downriver from Wurstfest Grounds (home to the annual all-things-German festival in November) and float down to the Last Tuberโs Exit. Bring your own tube, or rent from one of the local outfitters, who offer every variety necessary and also offer air conditioned bus rides back to your starting spot.
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