Natural swimming hole
Comal River at Landa Park
River · Texas
About this swimming hole
The shortest river in Texas is also one of its clearest, spring-fed and 72 degrees all year. Landa Park's stretch has a famous tube chute that shoots riders through a concrete flume, plus calm pools for swimming upstream. It is free, central, and packed on summer weekends.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 72 |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Dawn-dusk park hours |
| Parking | Free city park parking; fills early in summer |
| Amenities | restrooms, tube chute, picnic areas, playground |
| County | Comal County |
| Nearest town | New Braunfels |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard. Tube chute has swift current; small children need supervision. Flash-flood risk on the Guadalupe system. |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Comal River at Landa Park?
Yes — Comal River at Landa Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Texas. Reported water temperature: 72. Heads-up: No lifeguard. Tube chute has swift current; small children need supervision. Flash-flood risk on the Guadalupe system.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Comal River at Landa Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Comal River at Landa Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Comal River at Landa Park?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Comal River at Landa Park?
The best season is typically May-September.