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South Texas Natives: Golden-cheeked Warbler

Photo Credit: © Mike Murphy (CC-BY-NC 4.0) If you’ve spent time outdoors in Central or South Texas during spring, you may have unknowingly shared the landscape with a bird found

Most-Viewed River Authority Blogs in 2025

Happy New Year, San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog subscribers! Once a week, we enjoy bringing you exciting information about the San Antonio River Watershed and the River Authority’s

Meet Fall’s Fiercest Cleanup Crew – the River Warrior Volunteers!

As fall comes to a close, the San Antonio River Authority and the San Antonio River Foundation are excited to look back on one of the most inspiring fall seasons

Spreading the Seeds of Change Along the San Antonio River

The San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation) is proud to continue spreading the seeds of change—from hands-on seed sorting to ecological talks that inspire deeper connections with the land. Together

Your 2025 Holiday Glow-Up: San Antonio River Edition

The holiday season is here, and the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) invites you to celebrate along the sparkling San Antonio River with a variety of magical holiday activities

My River POV: Michael Gramley

What inspired you to pursue a career focused on river recreation and stewardship? Since I got out of college, I’ve always worked near water. I worked for the Georgia Aquarium

Race the River 2025: A Year in Motion

What a year it’s been on the water! The 2025 Race the River Paddling Race Series, hosted by the San Antonio River Authority, in partnership with the San Antonio River

Protect the River, Celebrate the Season: HHW Collections & Fall Festival Ahead!

It’s official—Fall 2025 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Events are on the calendar! In partnership with local organizations, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) hosts six free household hazardous

Wild & Scenic Film Festival Returns to the San Antonio River Basin This Fall

This piece is co-contributed by Sara Ramirez at the San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation), the San Antonio River Authority’s nonprofit partner. Established in 2003, the River Foundation supports scientific

From Campfires to Canoes: Your Fall River Adventure Guide

Welcome back to the Happy Trails Blog Series! We hope you have had a chance to get outside and enjoy some fresh air at the San Antonio River Authority (River

Alerts

Mission Reach Area Maintenance

When: Beginning October 20, 2025 through Spring 2026
What: Crews will be performing stem-density removal and related vegetation maintenance along sections of the Mission Reach to help manage flood risk and protect surrounding infrastructure. Some trails or segments may be closed temporarily while work is underway.
Why: Removing excess stems that naturally establish along the river helps maintain stormwater conveyance, reduces flood risk, and protects public infrastructure while allowing grassland and native vegetation to recover and thrive.
What to expect:

  • Limited trail closures and intermittent work zones.
  • Crews and equipment working near the riverbanks during daytime hours.
  • Parking areas remain open, but visitors may see signage and temporary barriers.

Questions? Call the San Antonio River Authority at (210) 227-1373 or visit https://www.sariverauthority.org/services/river-health/ecosystems/.

Thank you for your patience while we keep the Mission Reach safe, clean, and enjoyable.

 

Stem Density work update 1.14.2026

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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