Paddling at Son's Island

Son's Island sits on Lake Placid, a calm, spring-fed stretch of the Guadalupe River near Seguin. Unlike the upper Guadalupe or Comal — where rapids, river traffic, and shuttle logistics get in the way — Lake Placid is flat, slow, and shaded. You can paddle out from the island in either direction, stop on a sandbar, swim, and paddle back without dealing with current.

That makes it the right pick for first-timers, kids, and anyone who'd rather float than navigate. It's also the right pick on hot afternoons — the water stays cool year-round.

The all-day paddling wristband is $24.99 per person and includes unlimited use of our fleet for the day. You can swap between kayaks and paddle boards as much as you want.

• Sit-on-top kayaks — single and tandem, stable and easy to re-board if you fall off
• Stand-up paddle boards (SUPs) — 10' to 11' all-around boards, beginner-friendly width
• Life jackets — included in adult and kid sizes
• Paddles — adjustable for kayaks and SUPs

No reservation needed for gear — wristbands are added at check-in or during booking on the booking page.

If you've looked at Mission Reach Paddling Trail, Mission Kayak, or upper Guadalupe outfitters, here's how Son's Island differs:

• Mission Reach (San Antonio): Urban paddling along the San Antonio River — scenic, but you're paddling under highway bridges with city noise. No private cabana, no swimming.
• Upper Guadalupe / Comal: River paddling with current and rapids — requires a shuttle, gear strapping, and more skill. Better for experienced paddlers, harder with small kids.
• Son's Island (Lake Placid): Calm spring-fed lake water, no current, no shuttle. Your private cabana is your base — paddle out, swim, BBQ, paddle again.