Guadalupe and Comal River Rules 2008

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The New River Rules created by the New Braunfels City Council, 
"DO NOT" apply in Canyon Lake, Texas...
they only apply "within" the "City Limits of New Braunfels". 
(Canyon Lake is 12 miles from the City Limits of New Braunfels, so there is no chance of 
crossing into the City Limits of New Braunfels on any of River Sports Tubes' float trips.)

The following chart illustrates and COMPARES the Differences in River Rules for Canyon Lake and New Braunfels:

 

New Braunfels - River Rules 
Only Apply Within the City Limits
Lower Guadalupe (below the Gruene Bridge)
and the entire Comal River - - River Rules

  

Canyon Lake, TX  
 Guadalupe River Rules (above Gruene Bridge)
(River Sports Tubes - Canyon Lake Area)

  
 

No Glass

< Same >

No Glass

  
 

No Styrofoam or Foam

 < Same > No Styrofoam or Foam  
 

No Littering

 < Same > No Littering  
  Life jackets are recommended for children under eight and weak or non-swimmers. < Same > Life jackets are recommended for children under eight and weak or non-swimmers  
  No jumping from bridges, dams, trees or cliffs. < Same > No jumping from bridges, dams, trees or cliffs  
  As always, State Law applies everywhere. < Same > As always, State Law applies everywhere  
  When the river flow on the Guadalupe River is above 1000cfs, tubing is not allowed. The only allowed recreation is rafting.  Very  <Similar > When the river flow on the Guadalupe River (in Canyon Lake) is above 1200cfs, tubing is not allowed. The only allowed recreation is rafting.  

New

 No volume drinking devices, like funnels, tubes, hoses, beer bongs, etc... <  Different  > Okay - but not recommended
( Invites scrutiny by Law Enforcement ) 		  
New
 No containers under 5 fluid oz. <  Different  > Okay - No Restrictions  
New
 Noise devices (radios and other devices) may not be audible beyond 50 feet. <  Different  > Okay - No Restrictions  
New Maximum permitted cooler size is 16 quarts, one per person. <  Different  > Okay - No Restrictions  
New Coolers must have a locking mechanism on the lid (zipper, Velcro, cord or latch). <  Different  > Okay - No Restrictions  
New Vessels on rivers may not be over 18 feet in length. <  Different  > Okay - No Restrictions
Note: Some Outfitters have their own rules about *"Private Equipment" - call before coming out.		  
* When the river flow on the Guadalupe River is "ABOVE" 500cfs, it is mandatory for all children under 8 years of age to wear a life jacket. <  Different  > Not Required - but highly recommended!  
* When the river flow on the Guadalupe River is above 750cfs, it is mandatory for ALL individuals to wear a life jacket. <  Different  > Not Required - but highly recommended
 for all non-swimmers!		  
         
 

New Braunfels - Within City Limits
Comal River Rules - (Comal River Only)

 <  ----  > N/A  
* All the above Rules apply to the Comal River, plus the all the following Rules: <  ----  > N/A  
New Inflatable flotation devices on the Comal River must be less than 5 feet in diameter or width at the narrowest point. <  ----  > N/A  
New Limit of two tubes per person on the Comal River. <  ----  > N/A  
* Canoes and kayaks may not use the Last Tubers Exit on the Comal River on weekends and holidays. <  ----  > N/A  
New No alcohol allowed in River Acres, Last Tubers Exit, Cypress Bend Park, Hinman Island, and Prince Solms Park. Look for additional signage for exit and safety information. <  ----  > N/A  

For additional information about New Braunfels River Rules: http://www.nbcham.org/2007RiverRules.htm          
*("Private Equipment" refers to your own stuff.)

N/A = Not Applicable - does not apply

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