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My River POV: 2023 Environmental Sciences Interns

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

Board Insights: Jerry Gonzales of Bexar County

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

Summer 2023 Message from the GM: Westside Creeks

Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager By now, you may have seen the Westside Creeks Community Involvement Session advertisement on our website or social media. The Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration

Board Insights: Deb Bolner Prost, Bexar County

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

River Authority invites public to attend meeting on Westside Creeks

The Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration Project includes the light blue, orange, red, and green portions of San Pedro, Apache, Alazán, and Martinez Creeks. If you have lived anywhere in or

My River POV: Erin Cavazos

Estimated Read Time: 4 Minutes In this month’s edition of My River POV, we sat down with Erin Cavazos, Ecological Engineering Manager for the River Authority, to ask her questions

Board Insights: Derek Gaudlitz, Wilson County

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

Inspiring Action Together: The River Authority’s Educator Partnerships

A young girl eagerly raises her hand, attempting to stretch it higher than any other student in her 5th-grade classroom. With a sea of hands trying to do the same,

Board Insights: Alicia Cowley, Goliad County

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

My River POV: Introducing the Facilities Team!

In this month’s edition of My River POV, we sat down with members of the River Authority’s Facilities Team to ask them questions about their personal connection to the San

Alerts

Graytown Park Parking Lot Construction Notice 

Construction Timeline: April – October 2025 (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!

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Trail Closure – San Pedro Creek Culture Park

* Trail temporarily closed from 5/1/2025 until 9/1/2025.

Due to adjacent construction work, the San Pedro Creek Trail on the west side of the creek will be closed from the access
point at W. Nueva Street to Dolorosa Street until further notice. Alternate route with ADA access is on the east side of the creekSan Pedro Creek Culture Park Trail Closure

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.

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.

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. 

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