Is the Comal River the same as Guadalupe River?

It is a tributary of the Guadalupe River. The Comal begins at Comal Springs in Landa Park and flows 2.5 miles (4.0 km) until its junction with the Guadalupe. The Comal River as it runs past Schlitterbahn water park.



No, the Comal River and the Guadalupe River are two distinct bodies of water, though they are geographically linked in the city of New Braunfels, Texas. The Comal River is the shortest navigable river in Texas, beginning at Comal Springs in Landa Park and flowing only about 2.5 miles before it merges into the Guadalupe River. While they are different rivers, they are both legendary for "High-Fidelity" summer tubing. The Comal is famous for being spring-fed and maintaining a constant, high-fidelity temperature of 72°F (22°C) year-round, as well as for its "Tube Chute." The Guadalupe is much longer, wider, and its temperature and flow rate vary significantly depending on the release of water from the Canyon Lake Dam. In 2026, "High-Fidelity" enthusiasts often choose the Comal for its calm, consistent water and the Guadalupe for a more rugged, variable adventure. It is a high-fidelity requirement to check the "River Rules" for both, as they share similar environmental protections but have different entry points and parking regulations within the city limits.

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At just 2 1/2 miles, the Comal River is the shortest river in Texas. After passing through downtown New Braunfels, it flows into the Guadalupe River. It's known for being a shorter float with calmer waters, according to the New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce.

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The Comal River provides a tubing experience unlike any other! Tubing on the Comal River starts near the Wurstfest grounds before passing through Downtown New Braunfels. Tubers then float past Schlitterbahn Waterpark and eventually join the Guadalupe River.

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The Horseshoe Loop is one of the most popular places to float on the Guadalupe River! It is truly a unique, fun and awesome way to hang out, socialize, and meet new friends!

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Current Guadalupe River Status: The River is Open!

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Contaminants can be washed into the river. Also, cloudy water will hide hazards such as logs, branches, broken glass, and metal. We recommend waiting approximately 5 days after heavy rainfall (rainfall that produces significant runoff from streets/hillsides into river) to resume swimming.

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SAN MARCOS RIVER The route takes about 3-4 hours and is the best option for groups. Additionally, the Comal & Guadalupe River have become VERY strict on drinks while floating, so if you plan on drinking while floating then I recommend the San Marcos above all other options.

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Rising fecal bacteria levels in the Dry Comal Creek and Comal River have caught the attention of the city of New Braunfels. For years, the levels of E. coli present in both waterways have remained well above the recreational standard level set by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

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The Comal River is the best river to tube and float in Texas because it consistently has excellent river levels for tubing and swimming and since the Comal River is 100% spring-fed, it is one of the cleanest rivers in Texas, if not the United States! Another reason that the Comal River is the best river for tubing is ...

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The Guadalupe River is an important resource for both humans and wildlife. Humans rely on the river for water supply, recreation, and economic generation, while wildlife use the river as habitat for feeding, breeding, and rearing.

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The outflow that empties the lake into the Guadalupe River is at the very deepest point, so this supply of winter-stored water continues to chill the river, even in the middle of summer, with water temperatures that are close to those in February.

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Texas, the second-largest U.S. State has a ton of snake species — at last count the total was around 80. So, wherever you go within the Lonestar State, there's a good chance you'll find several snakes — the Guadalupe River is no exception. Beginning in Kerr County, Texas, the Guadalupe River's course flows 230 miles.

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