Where is Sabinal River?

Sabinal River is a river in Texas.

How is Sabinal River rated?

Sabinal River in Texas has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 4 reviews.

What amenities does Sabinal River have?

Visitor-listed amenities at Sabinal River include camping-nearby.

Updated August 13, 2025

Sabinal River

River

4.5(4 reviews)

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
A Heat Advisory is in effect for Bandera; Kendall; Blanco; Medina; Frio.

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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 08197910, as of Aug 22, 9:25 PM gauge-local time
A Heat Advisory is in effect for Bandera; Kendall; Blanco; Medina; Frio. — NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).

Gage height

4.63 ft

water level

Official advisories

Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Sabinal Rv at FM 187 nr Vanderpool, TX (0.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 9:25 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Sabinal River

H: 99° L: 72°

Clear

86°

Feels like 85°

Precipitation

Humidity

33%

Wind

3 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

82°

3 AM

77°

6 AM

73°

9 AM

79°

12 PM

94°

3 PM

98°

6 PM

96°

9 PM

86°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sabinal River?: Sabinal River is a river in Texas.
Can you swim at Sabinal River?: Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Sabinal River rated?: Sabinal River in Texas has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 4 reviews.
What amenities does Sabinal River have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Sabinal River include camping-nearby.

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Very warm - visit early morning or evening

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›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
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Location & Contact

Texas 78885

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