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Ways We Help

The San Antonio River Authority is meeting the challenge of keeping lives, property, and our natural environment safe and secure with comprehensive planning, precision protection, strategic partnerships, and community preparedness.
Along with maintaining over 40 dams and other flood control structures, the River Authority also advocates for development techniques designed to reduce runoff and improve water quality.

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While green infrastructure features are designed to perform nature-like functions to slow the amounts of sediment and bacteria from getting to creeks and rivers, there are simple ways YOU can help too!

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From River to Bay: Why Sea Turtles Need a Healthy San Antonio River

April 30, 2025

Board Insights – John Yochem of Goliad County

April 25, 2025

VIVA Fiesta! Join the San Antonio River Authority for a Week of Celebration and Conservation

April 23, 2025

Don't Let Litter Trash Your River

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Walking Tour – Pollinators

April 30, 2025

Story Time – Mustard Seed Plaza at San Pedro Creek Culture Park

May 8, 2025

Friday Night Hikes – Hendrick Arnold Nature Park

May 9, 2025

Race the River – Goliad

May 10, 2025
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The San Antonio River Authority is inviting you to discover every facet of this gem’s green spaces, flowing waters, parks, trails, and cultural heritage.

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Enjoy the Parks of the San Antonio River

There is an emerald heart in South Texas that beats to a rhythm of exploration, tranquility and adventure. Your San Antonio River has that pulse, and the San Antonio River Authority is inviting you to discover every facet of this gem’s green spaces, flowing waters and cultural heritage.

Reservations

Planning a family cookout or a camping adventure, some San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) parks have select amenities that can be reserved. Pavilion reservations are popular at River Authority parks.

River Recreation

Health and well-being are important in everyone’s life and the parks and paddling trails that the River Authority operates are wonderful spaces to enjoy fun and relaxing opportunities for recreation.

New Park Master Plans

View our current park projects and read more about each project and details for the master plans.

Regional Parks Coordinating Council

RPCC serves as a comprehensive public participation group that reviews and provides input to the San Antonio River Basin Plan for Nature Based Park Resources.

Current Conditions

View our current conditions page to check water flow levels and any closures.

Regional Parks Coordinating Council

RPCC serves as a comprehensive public participation group that reviews and provides input to the San Antonio River Basin Plan for Nature Based Park Resources.

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Park Closure Notice: Trueheart Ranch

April 30, 2025

Unfortunately, Trueheart Ranch Nature Park (14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, TX 78221) is closed until further notice due to recent vandalism. We’re working to assess and repair the damage to ensure the park is safe and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for your understanding—updates will be shared as soon as we have them.

Trail Closure: Museum Reach at Pearl

April 29, 2025

* Trail temporarily closed from 2/3/2025 until 5/16/2025. * For southbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river and utilize the Hotel Emma bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Access to the east side river trail via the elevator or stairs. * For northbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river trail at the south bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Continue north through Pearl towards Hotel Emma. The west & east side river trail accessible via the Hotel Emma bridge.

North Bridge West Landing & Stairs Trail Closure Map

Graytown Park Parking Lot Construction Notice

April 22, 2025

Construction Timeline: April – October 2024 (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.

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.