When is Son's Island open?

Open daily — Son's Island reopens Spring 2026 on Lake Placid in Seguin, TX.

How long is the drive from Austin to Son's Island?

About 1 hour from downtown Austin to 110 Lee St, Seguin, TX 78155.

Is there parking on-site?

Yes — complimentary on-site parking is included with every cabana reservation.

Swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, drinks, and any food you'd like to grill. Cabanas include shade, seating, a private dock, and a swim ladder.

What's the best day trip from Austin for families?

Son's Island for a cabana day, Sons Rio Cibolo for river kayaking, or Son's River Ranch for tubing. All are family-friendly and bookable online.

Can I do a day trip and stay overnight?

Yes — most Son's properties offer overnight glamping cabins. See the glamping guide for details.

Family on a day trip from Austin to Son's Island

Austin Guide

Best Day Trips From Austin

About 1 hour from downtown Austin — reserve your private waterfront cabana on Lake Placid.

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Why Austinites Love Son's Island

An hour south of Austin, the Hill Country opens up into spring-fed rivers, private islands, and shaded cabanas. Here are the easiest day trips from Austin you can actually book.

1. A Private Island Day (about an hour from Austin)

Son's Island in Seguin is the easiest "didn't know this existed" day trip from Austin. Rent a private cabana, kayak, paddle board, swim, and grill — all on a 3.5-acre island. Reserve at /book.

2. Kayaking on Spring-Fed Rivers

For Austinites who want quieter water than Barton Springs on a Saturday, the Cibolo and Guadalupe are 60–90 minutes away. See our kayaking guide for the best put-ins, and book at Sons Rio Cibolo or Sons Guadalupe.

Glamping cabin within driving distance of Austin

3. Glamping Weekend From Austin

If a day isn't enough, turn it into a weekend at one of our glamping properties. Son's River Ranch and Son's Blue River Camp are the closest A/C glamping cabins to Austin with on-site rivers and fire pits.

4. Family Day Trips

For an easy, kid-friendly day, see our family getaways guide. All Son's properties are family-first with shallow swim areas, free kayaks, and shaded cabanas.

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Cabana Pricing

One flat rate per private waterfront cabana. Up to 8 guests included.

Saturday

$249

per cabana

Sunday

$149

per cabana

Weekday

$99

per cabana

Add-on: all-day tubing + kayak wristband $24.99 per person.

Rates shown are average summer pricing. Spring and fall are typically lower, and holiday weekends run higher. Submit an inquiry for an exact quote on your dates.

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