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Outdoor Recommendations for Spring!

This is a contributed piece by our non-profit partner, the San Antonio River Foundation Spring is here and there is no better time to get outside! After months of online

Video Series: Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk Part 2

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) offers free park programming throughout our four-county service district in an

Video Series: Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk Part 1

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) offers free park programming throughout our four-county service district in an

Board Insights: John J. Flieller

Wildflower field at Jackson Nature Park in Wilson County. This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the River Authority Board of Directors

My River POV: Shawna Arroyo

The “My River POV” series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of River Authority staff and their personal connection to the San Antonio River

Board Insights: Trip Ruckman

Skiles Falls (aka Mill Falls) in Karnes County This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the River Authority Board of Directors and

Board Insights: Jerry Gonzales

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

Escondido Creek Parkway Grand Opening Celebration

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) operates and maintains nature parks and trails throughout the San Antonio

Improving our Creeks and Rivers Through Water Sample Analysis

Did you know that the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has a nationally accredited, Regional Environmental Laboratory that helps support our agency’s commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and

San Antonio River Paddling Essentials

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) maintains over 45 miles of paddling trails throughout the San Antonio

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

Safety Notice: All lower sections of River Crossing Park, Graytown, and Helton have been closed to due to flooding. They will remain closed until further notice.

Stay Weather‑Aware

We are experiencing heavy rains and thunderstorms over the next few days and are currently under a flood watch. 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.

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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