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River Authority Hosts 5th Annual Planets in the Park

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is hosting the 5th annual Planets in the Park event at John William Helton San Antonio River Nature Park (Helton Park) Saturday,

River Authority Hosts Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event in Karnes County

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) along with Karnes County and Karnes County Sheriff’s Office, will be hosting the spring household hazardous waste (HHW) collection event. This collection

River Authority to Conduct Mission Reach Prescribed Burn

WHAT:      The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) will be conducting a prescribed burn along the Mission Reach section of the San Antonio River Walk. Trail closures will be in

River Authority to Monitor for Threat of Non-Native Invasive Species During River Walk Draining

WHAT:       As part of the City of San Antonio’s draining of the River Walk, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) will conduct operations and maintenance activities on the Museum

River Authority Sells Wastewater Treatment Facility as City of Elmendorf Gears Up for Growth

SAN ANTONIO – On December 19, 2019, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) closed the sale of the wastewater treatment plant off Highway 181 South. The City of Elmendorf purchased

River Authority Brings Kayaking Event Series to Museum Reach at Night

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) will be host a unique evening paddling event for the Be River Proud Kayaking Event Series on Thursday, December 19, 2019. Registrants

River Authority Hosts 5th Annual Pecan Jubilee & Dessert Bake-Off Contest

FLORESVILLE, TX— The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has announced it will host the 5th Annual Pecan Jubilee & Dessert Bake-Off Contest at John William Helton-San Antonio River Nature

San Antonio River Authority to Conduct Mission Reach Prescribed Burn

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) will be conducting a prescribed burn along the Mission Reach section of the San Antonio River Walk. Trail closures will be in

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

STOCKDALE, TX – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) in partnership with Wilson County are hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday, October 19, from 8

River Authority Hosts Post-Tour de Goliad Bike Ride Celebration at Branch River Park

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) will be hosting a post-event celebration for the 28th Annual Missions Tour de Goliad Bike Ride at Branch River Park on Saturday,

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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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