Quick Info
| Length | 1.2 miles (Round trip) |
| Class (I-VI) | I-II |
| Minimum Flow | 100 cfs |
| Ideal Flow | 150 cfs |
| Maximum Flow | 500 cfs |
| Current River Conditions | USGS st San Marcos |
| Put-in map | Rio Vista Falls |
| Take-out map | Rio Vista Falls |
| Boats | Canoes, Kayaks, SUP, Tubes |
| Season | Year-round, weather/flow permitting |
| Highlight | No shuttle required! |
Recreation & Access
Park in the lot at Rio Vista Park. At about 500 cfs, it may become difficult to paddle upstream. Run the three falls! #1 is the biggest splash.
Conservation & Threats
Overcrowding and litter by careless users. LNT
Historical/Cultural Significance
Coming soon.
Natural Features
Rio Vista Falls are man-made and TRPA is proud to have had a hand in its implementation. But the water is pure and pristine, bubbling up from the bottom of historic Spring Lake.
Additional Resources
- TG Canoe & Kayak – San Marcos (512-353-3946)
- Spencer Canoes & Shady Grove Campground (512-357-6113)
- Olympic Outdoor Center / KayakInstruction.org/
- San Marcos River Retreat
- Paddle with Style (512-749-2350)
- Tube rentals: San Marcos Lion’s Club at City Park 512-396-5466 and Texas State Tubes
- About river flows and gauges on the San Marcos 2021
- TRPA Philosophy of Public River Recreation
