Directions: From Dallas- I-35 South to Hwy 290 at Austin, west on 290 to US Hwy 281, South on 281 about 30 miles to FM 311 at Spring Branch, Tx. Be sure to take in the incredible greenery from the cypress trees on the banks and marvel at their twisting roots. COST $35 per single kayak, $70 per double kayak to go from campground to pick-up site: Small lures such as jigs, plastic worms, spinner baits and light line are recommended.The high limestone bluffs, rugged shelves and boulders, giant bald cypress, pecan, cottonwood, oak, elm, and palmetto trees, and wide variety of shrubs and vines lining the river provide diverse habitat for deer, armadillos, raccoons, foxes, and squirrels. The water was perfect in temperature. Since it is a point-to-point trip, be sure to have someone pick you up at the end point.This route is accessible all season, but summer is definitely the highlight!Overall rating: This river is classified as navigable, which permits public use of the streambed and, if necessary, the banks to portage any hazard. River beavers have also been sighted here. This trip has incredible scenic views and several rapids to make it an exciting and beautiful experience.
The dam is 6,830 feet long and sits 224 feet above the stream bed. A few short showers during the trip was our only complaint.
Because of the rapids, only experienced kayakers should attempt this route. Located along the boundary of Kendall and Comal counties, the park has 4 miles of river frontage and offers a variety of outdoor activities including canoeing, fishing, swimming, hiking, and camping. Be sure to bring a lunch to enjoy at the picnic tables on the shore (there's even grills so bring some burgers and dogs! Rio Guadalupe’s 1/4 mile of river frontage provides some of the best rafting and kayaking spots along the Guadalupe River. Please follow guidance from local authorities, This 9.9-mile reach of the Guadalupe River in Comal County is lined with an abundance of mature trees and a spectacular mix of limestone cliffs and shelves.
Nice gentle current, generally easy paddling. Completed in 1966, the dam was built jointly by the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority as a means for flood and drought management. From calm water to Class III rapids, kayakers at any skill level will enjoy paddling the Guadalupe River. ).For those looking for a longer kayaking trip, Guadalupe River State Park is a great start for a point-to-point trip to Nichol's Landing (29° 52' 45.9" N, 98° 26' 53.8" W), which is a 5 hour trip (depending on flow). Guadalupe River. This portion is an out-and-back trip, so the length of the trip depends on you! Water rushed over the spillway, washed out the south access road and destroyed 800 homes. However, you need to know that all properties along the Guadalupe River on River Rd are privately owned. The trip … Momentum grows for new vision of Guadalupe River Park Montalvo hits the Bay Area’s streets with new public exhibition Reopening of San Jose’s Alum Rock Park is a breath of fresh air
There are numerous rafting, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing outfitters and shuttle services along the river, and many private campgrounds as well. This trip has incredible scenic views and several rapids to make it an exciting and beautiful experience. Under Texas Penal Code (§30.05), criminal trespass occurs when one enters property after receiving notice not to enter.
It is important to note when the park ends and when private property begins (there will be signs).
This popular tubing river near New Braunfels is also a hotspot for kayakers.
Kayaking the Guadalupe River, Texas. Go about 3 miles east on Rebecca Creek Road off Hwy 281.Parking for shuttle vehicles at the FM 311 and Rebecca Creek crossing access points is free of charge, but be prepared to walk uphill to the parking area. We offer on-site raft and kayak rentals, so you can enjoy the beautiful Guadalupe River year-round. WHAT TO BRING Water, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, optional - snacks, dry bag, a carabiner to clip dry bag to kayak, change of clothes and money for lunch. Notice includes verbal notice, a fence, sign(s), purple paint on posts or trees, or the visible presence of crops grown for human consumption. Access to the Nichol's Landing site is free except on weekends and and during the offseason. Slather on some sunscreen, grab your kayak, and head downhill toward the river!The river within the park boundaries is fairly calm with a few small rapids, so even a beginner kayaker can enjoy the trip.