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City Tube Chute on the Comal River
CURRENTLY CLOSED
Citing health and safety reasons related to COVID-19, all parks along the Comal & Guadalupe Rivers are closed until further notice.
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 exhilarating 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.
100 Liebscher Drive
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-608-2165
Location
100 Liebscher Drive
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone
830-608-2165
In order to protect the beauty of our rivers so future generations can have just as much fun on them as you do, we've created rules meant to protect you AND this area's rivers. Please visit tubeinnewbraunfels.com to review river rules while tubing on the Comal or Guadalupe Rivers in New Braunfels. Let's all enjoy the river in a fun and responsible manner!
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.
City Tube Chute 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
- No Styrofoam or glass is allowed
- No tubes larger than 60 inches wide will be allowed through the chute
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.
Although the river is open year round, the City Tube Chute facilities, rentals, and lifeguard coverage is only available during these times:
Weekends Only from May 2nd – May 31st & Mid August - Labor Day
Daily from June 1st - Mid August
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.
Summer 2020 Season: May 2nd – Labor Day
Weekends Only from May 2nd – May 31st & Mid August - Labor Day
Daily from June 1st - Mid August
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 resident LPAC Season Pass)
Tube Rental $7 + $15 refundable deposit
Lifejackets available upon request
Cash or Check Accepted – No Credit Cards
*To receive a refund all equipment must be returned no later than 6:45pm.
Parking fees in Prince Solms Park
- There is a $20 parking fee charged for all parking spaces in Prince Solms Park between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. daily from May 1st through Labor Day. Patrons can pay for their parking space through a mobile app or on the phone with ParkMobile. Patrons will be asked through ParkMobile to provide a license plate number and payment information. There are also two parking kiosks in Prince Solms Park – patrons are required to park their vehicle, pay for parking at either kiosk and place the parking ticket in the windshield of their vehicle if they choose to use a kiosks.
- The Prince Solms Sports Pass is available to New Braunfels residents for use of the tennis courts, basketball court and disc golf course.The pass is $40.00 and is valid for two years. Call the Parks and Recreation Office for more information at 830-221-4350.
- Vehicles with disabled veteran license plates will be exempt from parking fees.
- Free parking available the day AFTER Labor Day through April 30th
There is a two 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 patrons during the summer season. Accessing the City Tube Chute without authorization from the Mill Street entrance can result in criminal trespassing charges.
Access from Mill Street is for City staff ONLY and cannot be used by patrons during the summer season. Accessing the City Tube Chute without authorization from the Mill Street entrance can result in criminal trespassing charges.
Parking fees in Prince Solms Park
- There is a $20 parking fee charged for all parking spaces in Prince Solms Park between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. daily from May 1st through Labor Day. Patrons can pay for their parking space through a mobile app or on the phone with ParkMobile. Patrons will be asked through ParkMobile to provide a license plate number and payment information. There are also two parking kiosks in Prince Solms Park – patrons are required to park their vehicle, pay for parking at either kiosk and place the parking ticket in the windshield of their vehicle if they choose to use a kiosks.
- The Prince Solms Sports Pass is available to New Braunfels residents for use of the tennis courts, basketball court and disc golf course.The pass is $40.00 and is valid for two years. Call the Parks and Recreation Office for more information at 830-221-4350.
- Vehicles with disabled veteran license plates will be exempt from parking fees.
- Free parking available the day AFTER Labor Day through April 30th
Rental of The City Tube Chute
The City Tube Chute is only available for rental for water safety training by a public safety agency or training academy. Please contact the Parks Administrative Office at 830-221-4350.