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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Dechlan was an awesome tour guide[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], [[HIGHLIGHT]]this was our second time going and it's always very enjoyable and fun because it's such a unique experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can see everything below you and change the light color, and you paddle all the way to Ivars which is a beautiful atmosphere. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very relaxed and calm if you're looking for a fun date night or just something new to try with friends![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Jane U.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cassy was an amazing guide. Very thoughtful and helpful. She made sure everyone had a great time![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] She was very knowledgeable and shared interesting facts about the river and the bats that have taken up residence in a low bridge. We decided to do this on the 4th of July and were able to view the fireworks which made the trip even more amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If all of the guides are as friendly, caring and capable, then you are in for a memorable experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Can't recommend it enough! -Jane U read more

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Came for the evening glow kayak and had a mostly disappointing experience. The paddle was pretty short, we reached the turn around point in about 20 minutes, and you trudge through some thick greenery for a significant part of it. In total the experience was around 50 minutes, well short of the advertised 75-90m. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Given we had a few older folks who required very involved help getting in and out of the kayaks, I'd imagine we weren't on the shorter end of rides[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Given the introduction, I expected a lot of interesting information related to the plants and wildlife in the area, but our guides were mostly just along for the ride. Overall, id strongly recommend looking elsewhere for interpretive paddle experiences in the area, especially given the price point read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Had a great with the family. Got to see some animals along the way. Pretty cool experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Martin was great, very knowledgeable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] He showed us a couple different interesting spots along the river and some wild life along the way. I do recommend this if you're looking for something cool, easy, and fun to do with the family. read more

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Jalai G.

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This experience was pretty neat. You are on the water for about an hour and go down about a half a mile. There were little stops along the way where the guide talked. Our guide was Matt. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the water but he was a little soft spoken and hard to hear over the other people on the river. He did talk to everyone one and one and made sure people enjoyed the experience. He was very patient with the kids on the tour too. Overall though we had a great time and learned a lot. We wished the company offered an add on free time to kayak to make the experience longer. read more

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Stephanie H.

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We were not sure what to expect when we booked this, but hoped for the best. This experience far exceeded expectations, was really fun, interesting and cool. We went looking for a glow paddle boarding trip, but the options in Austin appeared only to be group boats, which we did not really want. We decided to opt for this more unique looking idea that was just a 35 min drive from Austin. We are so glad we did! Hudson, our guide, was amazing. He made sure we were equipped, got us into our boats and we headed out promptly. He explained along the way what we were seeing, including lots of animals he had named. Beavers, ducks, raccoons, herons. At the end, he took some super photos for everyone. Definitely recommend this. I will be back. read more

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Lauren R.

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Truly an excellent experience! Easy to find, friendly staff, cool kayaks and an overall great learning experience. Hudson was a knowledgeable and really friendly guide, and we felt safe with him. Highly recommend! read more

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Karen 2.

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really fun unique experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]instructors are good too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] is an out and back style path. read more

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Haleigh V.

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A fun experience or even a cute date night! Avery was our guide and she was friendly and also gave a ton of fun facts and history on the tour. Highly recommend. read more

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I have been wanting to rent clear kayaks forever now after seeing some youtube videos of people online. Well I found some! A young couple own PADDLE SMTX. Super nice and gave wonderful service! I recommend renting the clear kayaks for the daytime since you can see through the kayak and is better to enjoy during the day. read more

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Christina C.

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We came on a girl's weekend from Louisiana. The glow tour was the finale to our trip. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We all had a great time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The river was beautiful. Ben was a great guide, the information he shared about the plant and animal life was interesting, he was helpful and friendly. read more

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Hector Z.

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This was a great experience for our 26th anniversary. Laney was very knowledgeable about San Marcos and the River. It was very peaceful trip . I would definitely do this again. read more

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Mell R.

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I wanted to give a Big SHOUTOUT to are tour guy BEN!!! I want say he is SUPER SUPER AWESOME GUY . Ben is just a Great person . We had such a Great time with him showing us all on this and that on our tour last night and he Helped each with such grace and love for everyone he had on his tour . And for the older generation let say he a great Teacher if have never done this before he will teach you the ropes. Thank You so very much from the tequila made me do it group. Remember this forever thank you so very much. You're awesome!!! read more

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Zoe C.

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Nate was the Best tour guide! He was so friendly and really took the time to get to know you while also providing a lot of interesting facts about the Rio Vista Park. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is looking for a nightly adventure with great vibes. read more

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Veronica M.

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Fun & informative! A great way to learn more about the river! Martin was a great tour guide and spoke with such passion about the river and the importance of conservation! We really enjoyed it! read more

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Austin O.

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Ben was great. Good slight workout but not too difficult for people of all ages. Unless you want to get wet you don't have to get out of the Kayak. My legs got wet but nothing else. read more

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Rebecka K.

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This is fantastic!! The water is crystal clear, the kayaks are aww through and light up. && you can change your light color. Our tour guide, Jimmy B, was AMAZINGG as well. Definitely something to do, and do again. read more

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Ben M.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]our instructor Brianna coskey was awesome friendly and very knowledgeable about the area[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]we had a blast thanks[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Lots of fun! You don't need to have prior paddling experience but it would help. If you bring valuables, leave them in your vehicle or you can leave in the company van. We saw raccoons, turtles, water moccasins, and night herons. Maggie was a great guide with lots of knowledge of the river since it is related to her major. read more

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Alyx C.

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My bf and I had an AMAZING time with Hudson!! He was so good at spotting wildlife and taking pictures :) 10/10 would recommend!!! It's worth every penny. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]We had an amazing time with Kat as our tour guide![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]She was fun, helpful, and entertaining![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had a great evening on the river![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Amanda C.

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What a fun and unique experience! We were a larger group that included some teens but [[HIGHLIGHT]]our guide was so friendly and patient as we figured out how to steer and move along the river.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It is definitely a workout but it was so worth it. We were able to see wildlife and turtles and fish under our feet. read more

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Annette H.

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My husband and I did a Glow Kayak tour with NATE. It was a very relaxing tour with a great view of the stars. The river's flow was slow enough that most people would probably be able to handle kayaking here. It was nice to learn about the local bat colony and other local tidbits. read more

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Emma S.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I have never been kayaking before and i was super nervous, but i had an amazing tour guide ( kainoa ) and he really knows what he's doing![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]had a great time![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Sydnee L.

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This was one of the coolest experiences I'm not much of an outdoorsy person but omg my boyfriend got it for us for a date night and seriously it was so much fun. Our tour guide was jimmy and he did amazing. I would highly recommend doing this! I would also take extra clothes we got super wet! I was looking at reviews before I went because we didn't know what to wear, so some swimwear with shorts was recommended I wore some biker shorts and a long sleeve because it was chilly! But we did get super wet so I'd take extra clothes! read more

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Shayna S.

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AMAZING experience! Hudson was our guide. He was very knowledgeable, friendly, and had great communication. It was my wife's first time ever on a kayak and he was very patient and helpful, along with the others in our group. I'd highly recommend checking out Paddle SMTX! read more

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Anna S.

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We had a great time last night on our kayak tour!! Nate was informative, friendly, and helpful! The kids had an awesome time! Both Nate and Triston took time to have genuine conversations with both my husband and I, and our kids, couldn't have asked for a better time. read more

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Alysha M.

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Such a fun date night! So cool to see the river this way- I grew up in San Marcos but have never done anything like the glow kayaking! Absolutely loved it and our guide Nate was the best- nothing but good things to say about this experience :) read more

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Dalila M.

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My family and I had such a blast doing this night kayaking! All the tour guides were super helpful, the glow kayaking aspect of this was super fun, and I felt very safe. A special shout-out to Hudson who was our tour guide! Thank you for taking care of us and making the tour so enjoyable! Also thank you to Harmony for taking care of our belongings while we were having fun on our tour! I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone and I myself would even do this again! read more

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Gabi M.

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We just got done with your our paddle tour and it was amazing! They started right on time and were very helpful and patient as we got into the Kayaks. It was very beautiful and relaxing and our tour guide Nate was very kind, knowledgeable and helpful. The tour was perfectly paced and Nate gave us breaks while showing us the local wildlife. I was apprehensive about navigating the river at night but it wasn't difficult at all and was very smooth for the most part. We did get stuck in some grass but Nate helped us out! He also took some great photos of my sister, mom and myself. If you are looking for something to do in San Marcos, I recommend this place if you like being on the water and want to experience the river in a new way! Get Nate if you can but I'm sure they are all great. read more

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Amanda C.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Kai was an amazing tour guide for this fun experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were celebrating our 24th anniversary and had the best time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The water is so clear and you can see everything with the clear lite up kayaks. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Kai was knowledgeable and made it so much fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Kathleen D.

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Three of us took the tour this past Sunday. Our guide was Avery and she was very attentive to our group and knowledgeable. She even took photos of the two different groups and made sure we were happy with our photos. She shared history of the San Marcos river and pointed out wildlife along the way. My tip would be to go with an even number of people, as they put two people in each kayak, so you may get seated with a stranger. read more

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We very much enjoyed our tour. The kayaks were really hearty, even when we ran it over a concrete block! It was fun and it was beautiful. I would recommend you have a decent level of fitness before doing this; rowing up river was no joke. Our guide, Nick, did a great job! read more

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Sarah P.

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Terrible tour guide this evening. Stuart was my tour guide this evening, when I would ask him for clarification and better direction of the tour I feel he took offense to it and gave a smart ass degrading responses to me and the rest of the tour was very disrespectful . Towards the end of the tour when I asked him a question he responded to o me it's NOT his not his job to be nice to people. I reminded him that he works in customer service, he followed through with telling me that I needed help and needed to go to therapy! Unacceptable comment to give to a customer, no matter the circumstance! I continued the kayak trip, once my boyfriend and I got to the shore we had Johnathon that met us near the dock, I asked if I could get out of our kayak and use the stairs provided on the dock, he told me no and that I was to get out off the side of the boat. read more

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I wanted to do something different with my family as part of our dropping off our daughter to college. I never kayaked before and it definitely showed! Our guide Hudson's patience level is super high! He kept us safe while making sure we had fun spotting wild life as we paddled along. I think the highlight for my family was having a beaver swim between the kayak as if it did not even see the glowing neon kayak. Would definitely do again. Everyone working for paddle SMTX were great. Super professional, polite, and worked well as a team. Would do it again and will recommend to other to try out next time in San Marcos. read more

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Hudson, Harmony, and Nate were the absolute best!!! We had such a fun and unique adventure on the San Marcos river and have them to thank! The river was gorgeous and the light up, clear bottom boats are the coolest! read more

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Highly recommend doing this, we went at 8pm and it was beautiful, such a great time! For us being the only 2 girls on the tour at that time, our tour guide Nate really did a good job at making us feel comfortable and giving us a little background on the town and river. we saw beavers, turtles, fish and many more animals it was seriously a great time! oh and it's BYOB! read more

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Alyssa V.

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10/10 would do it again. Thanks to Hudson for being a helpful/entertaining tour guide. As well as Harmonee for helping us in and out of the water. Trip wasn't too long or too short, really fun and shouldn't be too much of a workout if you work as a team! read more

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Luke F.

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Hudson was cool and good guide I had a lot of fun and the river was very cool I recommend this to everyone

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''''''''' Really fun evening adventure. Hudson, our tour guide was great at making sure everyone got to see the Beaver and her babies. We saw trout, gar, turtles, ducks, an egret. I didn't expect the wildlife aspect of the tour. The night time spectacle was lovely, the kayak lights in the water showed everything underwater very clearly. I'll be back with grandkids(7 and up!). read more

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Hours

What time does Paddle SMTX open?

Paddle SMTX opens at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Paddle SMTX close?

Paddle SMTX closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Paddle SMTX take credit cards?

Yes, Paddle SMTX takes credit cards.

Indoor Amenities

Does Paddle SMTX allow dogs?

Yes, Paddle SMTX allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Paddle SMTX have bike parking?

Yes, Paddle SMTX has bike parking.

Does Paddle SMTX have parking?

Yes, Paddle SMTX has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Paddle SMTX wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Paddle SMTX is wheelchair accessible.

From the Business

Specialties

Paddle SMTX offers paddleboard night tours, paddleboard yoga and paddleboard/ kayak rentals on the San Marcos, Comal and Guadalupe Rivers. We are the go to outfitter for anyone looking to have a great time on the river, get fit on the water, or just looking for an exciting and unique experience in a naturally beautiful environment.

History

Established in 2016.

Started in 2016.

Meet the Business Owner: The Adamson Brothers A.

Owners, Dane, Spencer and Luke Adamson, got into the sport of paddleboarding 2 years ago, competing in races, tours, and other events. They wanted to spread their love for this sport to the cental Texas community. Paddle SMTX wants to bring you out on the water for a new experience and also show you the beauty of the San Marcos River and its importance to our community and the wildlife. "We want to provide people with the highest quality outdoor adventure on the San Marcos River while promoting river conservation and education." - Dane Adamson, Owner/Tour Guide

Review Highlights - Paddle SMTX

“Martin was a great tour guide and spoke with such passion about the river and the importance of conservation!”

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(41 reviews)

5.4 km

To start this is by far my favorite gym within at least a 30mile radius. CHILD CARE!!! This gym is…read morealmost perfect and really has a lot to offer in terms of equipment and space. Huge area upstairs for warming up and cooling down they also host some sort of bike class up there. Also they have two separate rooms for personal training which is great I always find it difficult to work around trainers and their clients so it's pretty sweet they have their own area. Racquetball court and basketball court. A supper sweet outdoor space with sleds and power racks is a huge plus. They also sell some decent protein shakes and bars at the counter. So far I have only had good interactions with employees. The atmosphere is more old school far from a big box gym, very welcoming and clean. To get five stars I'd like to see these three things addressed. 1. Sauna, I typically see it around 130-140 and that's just not hot enough. I'm not asking for 180+ could we at least see 160? 2. No clocks on the gym floor, I hate having my nose in my phone the whole time at the gym but I really like tracking my rest time. 3. No microwave for the public, we all know diet is the most important part of getting that physique we want. For those of us that rush to the gym on lunch or between classes or what ever else we're juggling something to heat our meal prep up in would be incredible.

Not a bad actual gym/workout experience. I don't understand why they don't allow you to cancel at…read morethe front desk. That is how they sign you up. Anyways, after emailing our cancellation, we discovered we got billed for 7 extra months. Manager told us to pound sand and the fine print says that to cancel by emailing them which is exactly what we thought we did. We don't live in the area anymore. They hit us for $560. Of well, good luck to the rest of the members.

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Spin studio

Phoenix Fitness San Marcos

4.0

(2 reviews)

I cannot say enough good things about this place! Phoenix Fitness is about quality, not quantity,…read morewhich is a rare thing these days. For one thing, Rocky is one of the most supportive, encouraging, and positive people I have ever met. She usually teaches the A.M. classes, and really pushes us on the TRX bands while watching our form. Sharee runs the afternoon TRX along with Rocky or Georgie and has a different routine, which helps switch things up. She is really good with instruction, especially for beginners. I love the TRX classes here and always leave drenched in sweat. What a way to start your day! I've been meaning to take their Boot Camp and Mobility classes, but life gets in the way. I hear they are just as awesome as the TRX classes, though. They also offer Zumba and Yoga during the week. Zumba is offered every day of the week, except for Sundays. Sylvia and Julianna know how to shake it! I tend to run into things and people, but it's still fun. Not only is all the staff friendly and helpful and super awesome, but the members are as well. They have become my support group in my quest for a healthier life, and help push me when I want to give up. I have a lot of fun and am working toward my fitness goals at the same time! I love this place!

I loved the friendliness, quality, and the atmosphere. I took Fanny Priests postpartum yoga class…read moreand she is my favorite in town. I decided to sign up for personal training sessions to help with getting toned after having a baby. The sessions were good but I felt like it really wasn't geared towards post natal clients. I signed up for sessions 6 weeks before our out of state moved (never moved that far before!) I paid for my last 4 sessions up front and ended up missing two because of the move and was out $80. I suppose that was my fault but still wan't too happy about losing the cost of two workout session. If I was told up front there was no refunds I probably would have tried harder to to make those sessions before my big move or I wouldn't have paid for 4 upfront! I wish more would have been explained to me!

Rio Vista Park

4.6

(58 reviews)

This is a really lovely place to spend some time outdoors. A beautiful park right by the water,…read morewith a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere. There's a café along the shore where you can sit, have a drink, and enjoy the view of the waterfall -- such a nice spot to slow down and take everything in. It's a great area for walking and casual strolls, and there's also a playground for kids. Overall, it's a wonderful place to relax, whether you're visiting with children or just coming on your own. Perfect for a walk, some fresh air, and enjoying the water. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.

Come with your family don't bring a lot of things. It's very unwalkable with bigger items like a…read morerolling chest. Don't bring those bring a shoulder bag version. don't think you're gonna be able to lay out your towel and sit down. It's not a beach. It's very much a river first come first serve. It starts getting dirty later in the day with all the water but that's what we get for moving a lot. There is no camping on the other side of the wall. If you're facing up to the restaurant that would be the right side. Be careful bring your water shoes!!!!!

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Park

White Water Bay

4.0

(4 reviews)

68.9 km

White Water Bay is totally a life saver from the Forever Summer Texas heat as it's a decent sized…read morewater park that's right inside Six Flags Fiesta Texas the best part about it is that you can get into it for free with your season pass or payed park admission! On the day I visited it was 103 outside by mid day I couldn't take the heat anymore and came here to cool off and get my hair wet I must say it was a totally refreshing way to escape the heat of the day! They have a good number of waterslides here as well as having all of them be completely different from the next one definitely the highlight of the slides has to be Thunder Rapids Water Coaster as it's the first of its kind in North America and wow is it fun I've never ridden a slide like this before and I found it to be super fun as well as Wet and totally unique to anything I've ever experienced before as the technology that created this is totally rad and a great way to knock out those huge stair cases! The ground here can get super hot I mean super hot and that's coming from me someone who's always barefoot at waterparks so make sure you bring some sandals or something to keep your feet cool from the burning cement or just try to walk in the shade and water spots to keep them from burning! As anyone who visits waterparks will tell you coming to one can be a great workout as well as a rewarding time as your climbing lots of staircases and getting some swim action in if you choose to do that wile your inside their huge State Of Texas shaped wave pool. The waterpark opened a bit later than the park but it was all good as it was super hot by then and this was much needed the best part about this is that Gold Pass members can get into the Water Park 10 min early so that will definitely save you a bit of time and get you on a few more slides! Overall I really enjoyed my time here at the waterpark as all the slides were fun and I thought it was cool that their wave pool had its unique Texas shape to it as it made for some fun waves and splashes! Stay cool Wet and amazing good people of the Yelp Community in the Forever Summer sunshine!

Food is WAY overpriced, not just standard amusement park overpriced. Chicken strips are $20, no…read moresides or drink included. There are tons of gnats. People leave their stuff all over the tables and then disappear, so you can't sit down anywhere to eat. There is no shade anywhere over water, so you can't wade unless you are directly in the Texas Sun. If you want shade, you have to pay for it by buying lounge chairs or a cabana. The kids waited in line for about 25 minutes for the ride to breakdown; when this happens, they do not accommodate them by fast passing them later or anything like that, they are basically just told tough luck, try again later. A locker big enough to fit a backpack will run you $17.

Thunder Rapids Water Coaster

Texas Tumble

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Student Recreation Center

3.4

(10 reviews)

3.0 km

Saturday evening was spent at the Texas State University Student Recreation Center rebranded as the…read moreLBJ Student Center for a community service and fundraiser event put on by my sorority. The LBJ Student Center at Texas State University is named after Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th president of the United States and one of the university's most distinguished alumni. Johnson attended the institution formerly known as Southwest Texas State Teachers College beginning in 1927 and graduated in 1930. Texas State has chosen to remember him through buildings, programs, and memorials on campus. As documented in the building, Lady Bird Johnson emphasized that the center was meant to be a living tribute to her husband - one filled with the energy, activity, and engagement of students, reflecting the spirit Johnson valued in young people. His picture and his background is prominently displayed throughout the LBJ student center.

The recreation center has been ramping up prices as of late. But of course without making upgrades…read morewhile still taking a portion of tuition money. I enjoy the AC on steroids. It's the first thing I need when I go work out. The weights area is good, and people are generally polite about letting other people use equipment between their sets. The bad is that the front desk is beginning to nickle and dime people when they want to borrow towels. Not only that, but you have to pay a fee for their "towel service". Then proceed to pay fifty cents to a dollar for every towel you borrow from then on. There's always a entrance whose out of commission, or the finger print scanner don't work. The natatorium is closed for most of the day for who knows what. One of the showers in the girls locker room doesn't work, and each shower has a ball of hair from all the girls who brush their hair in the shower or shave but aren't considerate enough to pick their hair up after they're done using the shower.

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Epic Adventures

4.3

(12 reviews)

15.3 km

Our sweet & shy 14 year old daughter had the most amazing time on the 8 day River Safari. She…read morelearned so much about team work, leadership, and outdoor survival from the wonderful leaders and had an overall excellent time. Her only complaint was bug bites. But seriously; that's expected on an outdoor adventure. lol.

I just picked my 13 year old son up from the 12 day Texas Hill Country trip and all I can say is…read moreWOW! When I mentioned this camp to him he wasn't interested at all! He said there was nothing he could gain from it, nothing that interested him. All he wanted to do was sit around the house all summer. I signed him up anyway... Needless to say I was nervous picking him up. When I got there he was hugging everyone and high fiving and talking about how he was going to miss everyone and how all of them were going to do it again next year. Even though he was away from his beloved cell phone for 12 days, he was much more interested in telling me all the wonderful things he did than texting with his friends! That's a pretty big deal there! This has been one of the hottest summers in Texas in a long time, but he never once said anything about how hot it was or anything else. The only complaint I heard from him was about powdered milk and peanut butter ramen noodles! What's even better is that he is happy to have gone but also happy to be home! He even thanked me for making him go on the trip!! The trip isn't cheap, but with the reaction I'm getting from my teen, I think it is WELL worth the money! I'm going to start saving so he can attend the 16 day Big Bend trip next year!