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Making Waves: 23,000 Students, Teachers, and Families Inspired During the 2025-2026 School Year

“If we build a society based on honoring the earth, we build a society which is sustainable and has the capacity to support all life forms.” — Winona LaDuke, Ojibwe

The Westside Creeks Shaped Her — Now She’s Shaping Them

This series provides readers with the opportunity to learn about the unique insights and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection

Floods Don’t Care — But the Right Preparation Can Keep Them from Becoming Tragedies

Texas Flood Awareness Week is May 18-22, 2026 “It’s just rain. I can make it.” We’ve all considered driving through high water when we were in a hurry, or when

River Warriors Unite: An Earth Month Volunteer Recap from the San Antonio River

April brings a special excitement to the San Antonio River. With so many ways to volunteer, Earth Month brings communities together to make a difference. In late March, Hixon Properties

Board Insights: Jim Campbell, Bexar County District 4

This series provides readers with the opportunity to learn about the unique insights and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection

South Texas Natives: Herons of the San Antonio River Basin

Greetings, humans! Allow me to stretch my wings and welcome you to the wonderful world of native herons. My name is Heronimo and I’m a proud Great Blue Heron, one

River Warriors Spring Recap: Big Numbers, Bigger Goals

We are a quarter of the way through 2026, and the River Authority’s River Warriors are not stopping in their work! Apple snail season is in full swing, and litter

Fiesta Fun Looks Better Without the Trash

Celebrate Fiesta 2026 with Purpose, Because Litter Is Ugly! Get ready for Fiesta San Antonio, returning April 16–26, 2026, with music, medals, parades, and city-wide celebrations. From river floats to

2026 River Basin Bioblitz: Exciting Discoveries at Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

What happens when scientists, local partners, and a nature-loving community come together for four days? Many exciting discoveries! During the third annual San Antonio River Basin Bioblitz at Trueheart Ranch

From Riverbank to Riverbed: Native Plant Superstars of the San Antonio Watershed

This April, we are celebrating National Native Plant Month by highlighting the native species doing some heavy lifting throughout our basin. River ecosystems provide habitat for a wide variety of

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

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

Stay Weather‑Aware

Rain is in the forecast for our are starting Tuesday, June 2 until later this week. Heavy rains in short time spans may result in high water on roads and temporary closures at low water crossings.

Before heading out, residents are encouraged to check SARiverFlood.org or their local county flood website for real‑time roadway conditions:

These sites provide up‑to‑date information from flood‑monitoring sensors across the region. Real‑time updates are available 24/7 to help you stay informed as conditions change.

Please use caution when traveling and plan routes accordingly.

San Pedro Creek Culture Park

The east bank trail along San Pedro Creek will be temporarily closed between the upper trail at Cameron St. and the lower trail at two access points.

Closure details:

  • The first closure will impact the connector from the upper trail near West Houston St. to the south lower San Pedro Creek trail.
  • Once work at this location is complete and the trail reopens, construction will shift to the second closure area between the upper and lower trails on the opposite side of the green space.

Please follow posted signage and plan alternate routes. We appreciate your patience as this work is completed.

Closed areas around San Pedro Creek Culture Park

Trail Closure Alert – Calder Alley, San Pedro Creek

Maintenance work will be done in Calder Alley starting Wednesday, September 18, 2025.

  • Trails will remain open during this work.
  • One bench at a time will be temporarily barricaded while improvements are completed.
  • There may be occasional contractor pickups in the area.

We appreciate your patience as we continue to maintain and improve San Pedro Creek for all to enjoy!

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

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. 

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

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.

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

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.

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