Andy’s on River Road

Andy’s on River Road is a private tubing outfitter, store and campground on Texas 127 in Concan, Uvalde County, about 1 hour 45 minutes west of San Antonio. It rents tubes and kayaks with a shuttle for floats on the Frio River, and it has cabins, suites, RV sites and tent sites. The store isn’t on the river, so floaters ride the shuttle or drive to the water.

On This Page

• Tubing the Frio River
• Kayaks
• Gravel Bar Day Pass
• Camping and RV Sites
• Cabins and Suites
• The Store and Compadre’s
• Best Time to Visit
• What Visitors Say
• Getting There
• Know Before You Go
• Nearby Parks
• FAQ
• Sources and Official Links

Tubing the Frio River

Andy’s on River Road rents tubes and runs a shuttle bus for floats on the Frio River in Concan. Tube rentals are first come, first served, and only large groups can reserve the bus.

How the Float Works

Floaters park at Andy’s, ride the shuttle to the river, float downstream and catch the bus back from a pick-up point.

• Times: the first shuttle leaves at 9 a.m., the last float leaves at 3 p.m. and the shuttle stops at 7 p.m.
• Pick-ups: every 15 to 30 minutes; the last one is at Andy’s Gravel Bar, at the 7 Bluff crossing on County Road 348
• Float length: about 3 hours for the short float and 4 hours for the long one, on average. Andy’s doesn’t publish the put-in points
• Private banks: the land along the river is private. The only public places to get in or out are the road crossings
• Safety: Andy’s recommends every floater be a strong swimmer, and renters float at their own risk

Float Prices

These are the prices on Andy’s float page in October 2026. They rose by $5 to $15 between March 2024 and July 2025, so call to confirm.

• Tube only ($20): one tube for a person or a cooler; no shuttle or parking
• Tube and shuttle ($30): the standard float package
• Shuttle only ($20): drop-off at one of three locations, with floaters’ own tubes
• Front door service ($40 a person): door-to-door for groups of 20 or more; large groups can also rent the whole bus ($500 minimum)
• Cooler tubes: a cooler tube can’t be combined with the shuttle package, so it costs a separate $20

River Levels and Floods

The water level decides how good the float is. The Frio River at Concan gauge (USGS 08195000) read about 75 cubic feet per second (cfs) on October 30, 2026, close to normal for the date.

• Drought: flows ran 13 to 15 cfs a month in the first half of 2025, and in June 2026 reviewers dragged their tubes much of the way. Ask staff about the water before renting
• Floods: the river flooded in July 2025 and again on July 16, 2026, when the gauge hit 19.96 feet. KSAT reported Andy’s planned to restart tubing on July 23, 2026, and that the flood left sharper rocks in the riverbed
• Stay out of the river when it’s high, fast or muddy

Kayaks

Andy’s on River Road rents kayaks from March through October, a longer season than tubes. Canoes aren’t on its rental list.

• Kayak only ($40): no shuttle or parking; return within 24 hours
• Kayak and shuttle ($50): a long or short paddle, with the last pick-up at 7 p.m. at the Gravel Bar

Gravel Bar Day Pass

Andy’s Gravel Bar is a private river access at the 7 Bluff crossing, where the Frio meets County Road 348. A day pass costs $30 per vehicle and is good only on the day it’s bought.

• Peak season (May 16 to Labor Day weekend): cash only at the gate
• Off season: call Andy’s at (830) 232-5444 for the gate code
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the rules page, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the site’s footer; call to check
• Not allowed: dogs, glass, foam, grills, fires, loud music and overnight camping

Camping and RV Sites

Andy’s on River Road has full-hookup RV sites and tent sites with water and electricity on the property behind the store. The campground isn’t on the river, and Andy’s recommends the shuttle for floating.

Site Types

Prices are per night plus tax, from Andy’s RV and camping page.

• RV sites (26, $39 weeknights, $59 weekends in peak season): water, sewer and 30/50-amp electric. Sites 1–6 are pull-throughs with little shade; sites 7–26 are shaded back-ins. Up to 4 guests per site. Off season: $39 a night, $250 a week, $750 a month
• Tent sites ($48 weeknights, $98 weekends in peak season): water and electricity, a fire pit and a picnic table, mostly shaded. Up to 12 people and 4 tents per site. $48 a night off season
• Facilities: accessible showers and restrooms, Wi-Fi, BBQ pits and volleyball

Andy’s pages disagree on counts (its RV page says “over 50 sites”), so check the booking page for availability.

Reservations and Camp Rules

Andy’s books every stay online, and its rules are strict.

• Check-in is 4 p.m. and check-out 11 a.m.; quiet time runs 11 p.m. to 9 a.m.
• No generators, fireworks, ATVs or firearms of any kind
• RV and tent guests take their trash to the county drop out front (10 a.m. to 3 p.m., $1 a bag); Andy’s charges at least $200 to clean up litter
• Andy’s posts no burn-ban policy. Ask before lighting a fire in dry weather

Campers describe the RV park as quiet and family-friendly. One June 2025 camper found trash and dirty restrooms on a short-staffed weekend; the owner replied that it was fixed within a day.

Cabins and Suites

Andy’s on River Road has two sets of cabins and three suites. Only the Riverside cabins are on the river; the River Road cabins and the suites are at the store.

• River Road cabins (10, behind the store): sleep 8 in two bedrooms, each with 2 queen beds and a bathroom, plus a full kitchen, BBQ pit and fire pit. $239 Sunday to Wednesday and $279 Thursday to Saturday in peak season; $179 off season
• Riverside cabins (12, near Cypress Bend): about 7 minutes from the store, with private access to the Frio. Cabins 1–7 face the water with 2 queen bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; cabins 8–12 add a futon and a private hot tub. The booking page lists 6 guests. Andy’s website shows no current prices, so check the booking page
• Suites (3, above the store): motel-style rooms up a flight of stairs that sleep 6, with one bathroom and a kitchenette. $199 Sunday to Wednesday and $225 Thursday to Saturday in peak season; $149 off season. No pets

Prices are per night plus tax, with a $50 cleaning fee. Reviewers like the Riverside cabins for being steps from the water. Others say some cabins are worn, and the owner agreed in March 2026 that some are old. A June 2026 guest reported plumbing, lighting and hot tub problems.

The Store and Compadre’s

The Andy’s on River Road store sells river supplies, snacks, river shoes, shirts and souvenirs, and it’s what most Google reviewers write about. Andy Beard started the business on River Road in 2002.

Compadre’s, the beer, wine and liquor store next door, is part of the same operation and sells mixers and ice too. Andy’s has Wi-Fi in its store, cabins, suites and RV sites.

Best Time to Visit

Summer is tubing season at Andy’s on River Road, and the river level decides how good the float is. Tubes rent April through September and kayaks March through October, while cabins and campsites stay open all year.

• Spring (March to May): kayaks start in March and tubes in April. Spring flows were low in both 2025 and 2026, so check the gauge first
• Summer (June to August): the busiest months, with big crowds on the Fourth of July. Floods hit the Frio in July 2025 and July 2026
• Fall (September to November): tubes run through September and kayaks through October, and the store keeps shorter fall hours
• Winter (December to February): no tubing, but off-season lodging rates and a quiet campground

What Visitors Say

Andy’s on River Road averages 4.9 stars across 844 Google reviews, and 4.88 across 201 reviews from November 2024 to October 2026. About 54 of the 140 written reviews in that window are about the store. Reviews of the float, cabins and campground are fewer and more mixed.

• Store and staff: the most praised part of Andy’s. Staff and shuttle drivers get named for being friendly, even on short-staffed days
• Low water: the main float complaint. A June 2026 group dragged tubes for much of the float and wished they had been warned
• Fees: the $200 litter charge and the separate cooler-tube charge surprise some guests. Read the rules before booking
• Owner replies: replies to complaints can be blunt

Getting There

Andy’s on River Road is at 21488 Texas 127 in Concan, where Texas 127 meets County Road 348 (River Road). From San Antonio, take US 90 west through Hondo to Sabinal, then turn right on Texas 127 and drive about 21 miles north to Concan.

Drive times to the store:

• San Antonio: about 1 hour 45 minutes (83 miles)
• Austin: about 3 hours 10 minutes (160 miles)
• Houston: about 5 hours 10 minutes
• Dallas: about 6.5 hours

A few things to know before driving out:

• Map pin: the Google Maps link on Andy’s website shows a second pin on River Road; navigate to the Texas 127 address
• Cell signal: weak once in Concan, so download or print a map before leaving
• Riverside cabins: about 7 minutes from the store, near Cypress Bend

Know Before You Go

Andy’s on River Road is a private business, so the Texas State Parks Pass doesn’t apply and its own rules govern every stay and float.

• Fees and prices: tube and shuttle $30, kayak and shuttle $50, Gravel Bar $30 per vehicle; lodging per night plus tax. RV, tent and suite rates haven’t changed since March 2024. Confirm on Andy’s website
• Booking: book stays online; guests must be 18 or older to reserve. The deposit is refundable for 7 days after booking, and only on bookings made 30 or more days ahead. The balance is charged 30 days before arrival and isn’t refundable; bookings inside 30 days are charged in full
• Hours: the shuttle runs 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. in season. The store opens 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (7 p.m. Friday and Saturday) from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend; in fall it posts 9 to 5 Tuesday to Saturday and 9 to 3 Sunday, but its footer lists other off-season hours, so call
• Glass and foam: glass containers in the riverbed are a Class C misdemeanor under Texas Health and Safety Code 365.035, which covers Uvalde County. Andy’s also bans styrofoam anywhere near the river
• Alcohol: Andy’s allows beer in float coolers and asks floaters to pack water too. Public intoxication gets guests evicted
• Dogs: $50 per pet per stay, 2 at most, under 50 pounds, pre-approved and always on a lead; unregistered pets cost $250. No dogs in the suites or at the Gravel Bar
• Life jackets: not on the rental list. Bring them for small children
• What to bring: river shoes, a river towel, sunscreen, a hat, drinking water, trash bags, cash for the Gravel Bar in summer and a printed map

Nearby Parks

Four other TrekTexas guides are within about 90 miles of Andy’s on River Road.

• Garner State Park: about 7 miles north, with 2.9 miles of the Frio, camping, cabins and summer dances at its CCC-built pavilion
• Lost Maples State Natural Area: about 36 miles northeast near Vanderpool, known for fall color
• South Llano River State Park: about 85 miles north near Junction, with one of the largest winter wild turkey roosts in Central Texas
• Kickapoo Cavern State Park: about 89 miles west, with guided cave tours and evening bat flights in warm months
• More parks within reach of San Antonio: Parks Near San Antonio

FAQ

Is Andy’s on River Road part of Garner State Park?

No. Andy’s is a private business about 7 miles south of Garner State Park, so state park passes and rules don’t apply.

Can visitors bring their own tubes?

Yes. The $20 shuttle-only ticket drops floaters with their own gear at one of three locations. The owner has said many store-bought tubes aren’t built for the river.

Does Andy’s rent life jackets?

Life jackets aren’t on Andy’s rental list, and its packing list tells families to bring them for small children.

Can dogs go on the float?

It’s the shuttle driver’s call. Dogs aren’t allowed at the Gravel Bar, and Andy’s says the public crossings tend not to be dog-friendly.

Is Andy’s open in winter?

Yes for stays: cabins, suites and campsites are open all year at off-season rates. Tubing runs only April through September, and kayaks March through October.

Sources and Official Links

Facts in this guide were last checked in October 2026 against these sources.

• Andy’s on River Road (official site)
• Float trip prices and shuttle, Gravel Bar day pass and policies and rules (Andy’s)
• RV and tent sites, cabins and suites (Andy’s)
• Frequently asked questions and Compadre’s (Andy’s)
• Online booking (Andy’s, via Cloudbeds)
• Frio River at Concan gauge (USGS 08195000)
• Frio River at Concan reopening after the July 2026 flood (KSAT)
• Texas Health and Safety Code 365.035 (glass in riverbeds)

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