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San Marcos has Serious Water Sports

San Marcos, TX, is serious about its water sports. Residents here have worked hard to make the San Marcos River one of the cleanest, clearest streams in the nation. The river is a prime spot for a glass-bottom boat tour or a tubing excursion. Or kick it up a notch and kayak through one the rivers waterfalls, including the Rio Vista Falls area, which has hosted Olympic pre-trial events.Bodies of Water: San Marcos RiverActivities: Kayaking or tubing the river, Aquarena boat tours, floating... Read More »
San Marcos River

San Marcos River Is the Place to Make a Splash

Weekends in the beautiful Hill Country town of San Marcos find thousands of people washing away the week in the local river. Flowing gently through the city, the San Marcos River is one of the cleanest, clearest in the nation. The crystal spring water maintains a temperature of 72 degrees year-round – perfect for tubing, swimming, scuba diving and kayaking. “The upper San Marcos River is listed as the crown jewel of San Marcos by the Chamber of Commerce and is the centerpiece of the city’s... Read More »