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River Authority Announces 2020 Holiday Lights Schedule

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) invites the public to visit the Museum Reach segment of the San Antonio River Walk and San Pedro Creek Culture Park every

River Authority Releases Basin Report Card

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced that it has developed a San Antonio Basin Report Card as part of the agency’s commitment to safe, clean

River Authority Announces Events in Honor of Dia de los Muertos

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is hosting several events in honor of the Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Mexican holiday and is inviting the

Community Invited to Escondido Creek Parkway Grand Opening Celebration

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) and project partners invite the community to take part in the opening festivities for Escondido Creek Parkway which will take place virtually

River Authority Accepting Applications for 2020 Watershed Wise Rebate Program

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is currently accepting applications for the 2020 Watershed Wise Rebate Program. The River Authority’s rebate program seeks to reduce the

River Authority to Begin Removal of Volunteer Tree Stems Along Mission Reach Segment

SAN ANTONIO – As a result of the detailed analysis of flood conveyance of the Mission Reach project, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that it will

River Authority to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event in Karnes County

Karnes County, TX – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) in partnership with Karnes County and the Karnes County Sheriff’s Office, are hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection

San Antonio River Authority General Manager to Retire

(SAN ANTONIO) –The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that General Manager Suzanne Scott will soon retire from the River Authority. After a rewarding career of more than

River Authority Creates Utilities Development Advisory Committee

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that it has created a Utilities Development Advisory Committee (UDAC) with the goal to promote sustainable development within

River Authority Launches New Blog

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that it has launched a blog where the agency will share stories related to its mission of being

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Graytown Park Parking Lot Construction Notice 

May 19, 2025

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

April 30, 2025

* 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

March 6, 2025

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

November 20, 2024

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

May 6, 2024

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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