Why New Braunfels Locals Love Son's
New Braunfels has the Comal, the Guadalupe, and Gruene — but locals know weekends get loud. The Son's Getaways family runs five private properties within 25 minutes of New Braunfels offering a calmer, cleaner alternative for cabanas, kayaking, tubing, and glamping. Start with our pillar guide to things to do near San Antonio, or jump right into the New Braunfels-specific picks below.
1. Spend a Day on a Private Island (15 min from New Braunfels)
Son's Island is just 15 minutes east of downtown New Braunfels in Seguin. Rent a private cabana, swim in calm water, kayak, paddle board, and grill — all on a 3.5-acre private island. Book a cabana today.
2. Kayak the Cibolo or Guadalupe
For calm-water kayaking close to New Braunfels, head to Sons Rio Cibolo (20 min south) or Sons Guadalupe. Both have private river access, free kayaks with day passes, and shaded picnic areas. Read our full kayaking near San Antonio guide for spot-by-spot details.
3. Glamping Near New Braunfels
Turn it into a weekend with glamping near New Braunfels at Son's River Ranch or Son's Blue River Camp — A/C cabins, real beds, fire pits, river access. The closest "cabin near me" you can book without a 4-hour drive.
4. Family-Friendly Day Trips
Looking for family-friendly things to do? Every Son's property is family-first: shallow swim areas, free kayaks, picnic tables, BBQ grills, and clean restrooms. No coolers full of beer cans, no neon-foam aftermath.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Son's Island from New Braunfels?
About 15 minutes. Son's Island is in Seguin, TX — 12 miles east of downtown New Braunfels.
Is Son's a good Schlitterbahn alternative?
Yes, especially for families wanting a quieter day. Son's has cabanas, calm swim water, kayaks, paddle boards, and BBQ grills without the lines or crowds.
Can I tube near New Braunfels at a Son's property?
Yes — Son's River Ranch and Sons Guadalupe both offer tubing on cool spring-fed water.
Book Your Day
Reserve your spot online in under 2 minutes. Weekends and holidays sell out — book early.