New River Rules
Please check out the City's new website describing the recent changes made to tubing on the Comal or Guadalupe Rivers in New Braunfels at
watertherules.com. Let's all enjoy the river in a fun and responsible manner!
The City Tube Chute
The City Tube Chute is a water slide carved into the side of the City’s dam on the Comal River. It diverts tubers around the dam as they float the river. It is an exhilirating ride that attracts tubers from all around the area and is the longest of its kind in the world.
The City Tube Chute facility features tube rentals and personal flotation devices. Please see below for more information.
Location
City Tube Chute
100 Leibscher Drive
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone
830-608-2165
Hours of Operation
Although the river is open year round, the City Tube Chute facilities, rentals, and lifeguard coverage is only available during these times:
Summer 2013 Season: May 4th – September 2nd
Weekends Only from May 4th – May 26th & August 24th – September 2nd
Monday 12-7pm*
Tuesday – Sunday 10am-7pm*
*
To be on Tube Chute Property during these hours, a patron must have a wristband. Without a wristband, they must stay in the river and access a free park (such as Hinman Island) to enter/exit the water.
Daily Entry & Rental Fees
Admission Wristband $5 (free with
LPAC Season Pass)
Tube Rental w/o Bottom $7 + $15 refundable deposit
Tube Rental w/ Bottom $9 + $15 refundable deposit
Life Jackets Free + $15 refundable deposit
Lockers $1 + $5 refundable deposit
Cash or Check Accepted –
No Credit Cards
Parking
There is a 2 minute drop off zone at the entrance to the City Tube Chute and Hinman Island Park. Please do not park or unload in the grass or a non-designated area, as this will result in your vehicle being ticketed and towed.
Access from Mill Street is for City staff only and cannot be used by patron during the summer season. Accessing the City Tube Chute without authorization from the Mill Street entrance can result in criminal trespassing charges.
Safety
Due to the strong current in and around the chute, it is recommended that weak swimmers wear lifejackets to help keep them safe. Shoes are also recommended as rocks and broken glass in the river can easily cut bare feet.
Rules
- Patrons must pay an admission fee if using the chute more than one time
- Tubes must be returned by 6:45pm (on the same day rented) to receive a tube deposit
- No alcohol on City property
- Hanging on the Tube Chute wall is not permitted
- No canoes, kayaks or any other objects that may be rendered unsafe are allowed through the chute
- No jumping or diving
Thru The Chute Boat Build
3rd annual Thru the Chute Boat Build is April 20,2013! Please see the
event webpage for more information.