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Parks Notice: Helton Nature Park

Due to rising waters and increased flood risk, the lower section of Helton Nature Park will be closed. As a result, Free Camping Weekend has been cancelled. However, Campside Cinema will continue as scheduled.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

May 30, 2025

Safety Notice: The River Access Gates at Helton Nature Park, Graytown Park, and River Crossing Park have been closed due to rising waters and potential flood risk.

Parks Notice: Helton Nature Park

May 30, 2025

Due to rising waters and increased flood risk, the lower section of Helton Nature Park will be closed. As a result, Free Camping Weekend has been cancelled. However, Campside Cinema will continue as scheduled.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Camino Coahuilteca

May 28, 2025

Camino Coahuilteca is closed due high water over the bridge. Please use caution around the area.

Riverfront Parkway

May 28, 2025

Trail closure at Riverfront Parkway due to high water. Please be cautious around the area.

Helton Nature Park and Graytown Park are closed

May 27, 2025

Due to rising water levels, Helton Nature Park & Graytown Park are temporarily closed as a safety precaution.  We’re keeping a close eye on conditions and hope to reopen by tomorrow morning—weather permitting!  Thanks for your patience and stay safe out there!

Graytown Park Parking Lot Construction Notice 

May 19, 2025

Construction Timeline: April – October 2025 (estimated)

Improvements are coming to Graytown Park! Parking lot construction will begin in April, and we appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the park for all visitors.

Temporary Closures & Impacts:

  • Upper parking area, pavilion, and restrooms will be CLOSED during construction. Temporary restroom facilities will be provided.
  • Park and river access will be CLOSED Monday–Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM (no access during these hours).

We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!

Stay Updated: Follow us on social media for the latest updates.

Trail Closure – San Pedro Creek Culture Park

April 30, 2025

* Trail temporarily closed from 5/1/2025 until 9/1/2025.

Due to adjacent construction work, the San Pedro Creek Trail on the west side of the creek will be closed from the access
point at W. Nueva Street to Dolorosa Street until further notice. Alternate route with ADA access is on the east side of the creekSan Pedro Creek Culture Park Trail Closure

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

March 6, 2025

NOTICE: HWY 59 Landing Site Closed

Due to TxDOT construction on the HWY 59 Bridge, the HWY 59 landing site is closed until further notice. However, the Goliad Paddling Trail remains open, and paddlers can still access the river at the Riverdale, Ferry Street, and Goliad State Park landings.

Please plan accordingly and check back for updates.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

November 20, 2024

Staff have removed two large log jams just downstream of Helton Nature Park, keeping the southern portion of the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail temporarily closed. Staff are working to contact adjacent landowners to support a land-based removal solution.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

May 6, 2024

The SASPAMCO paddling trail is open from River Crossing Park to Helton Nature Park.
*Please Note: Paddling Trail from Helton Nature Park to HWY 97 is still closed due to blockages. 

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