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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

My River POV: Matt McKeel, RPLS

What role does surveying play in the San Antonio River Authority’s projects? Surveying plays a foundational role in River Authority projects, and currently the biggest example of that is the

Living Art for a Living River: Contemporary Art Month with the River Foundation

March is Contemporary Art Month (CAM) in San Antonio, Texas. Did you know that the San Antonio River Foundation has helped bring dozens of public artworks by living artists to

My River POV: Lee Marlowe

It was easy to fall in love with the natural resources of Texas while growing up near a ditch adjacent to woodlands in San Antonio. As a child, I spent

Art That Invites You In: Reconnecting People to San Pedro Creek

Welcome to the Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design enhancements express what is authentic about today’s culture and explore the historical significance of area waterways through

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

Alerts

Stay Weather‑Aware This Weekend

Stay Weather‑Aware This Weekend

Rain is expected across the region this weekend, which 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.

Restroom Closure Notice – Camino Coahuilteca (Acequia Park Trail)

 

Restroom Closure Notice – Camino Coahuilteca (Acequia Park Trail)

The restrooms at Camino Coahuilteca along the Acequia Park Trail will be temporarily closed on Thursday, April 16 due to parking lot improvements in the area.

We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and utilize nearby facilities during this time.

We appreciate your patience as we complete this work to enhance the park experience.

 

Museum Reach – Oxbow Trail Closure Notice

The Oxbow Trail along the Museum Reach will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, April 13 through May 1 to accommodate project-related work in the area.

For public safety, access to this section of the trail will be restricted during this time. Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly and use alternate routes.

Wayfinding signage and trail closure notices will be posted at designated locations to help guide trail users around the closure.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this work to help maintain safe and enjoyable trail conditions.

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

The Brackenridge Trail

Trail Lighting Notice – Brackenridge Park Trail

Due to an electrical issue, lighting is currently out along the north portion of the trail, from the Josephine Street inlet to just past Highway 281 within the Brackenridge Park Trail. Our team is actively working to correct the issue and expects repairs to be completed by the end of business tomorrow.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to restore lighting. Please use caution when traveling through this area, especially during evening hours.

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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