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Photo Credit: Jack Cochran (iNaturalist CC-BY-NC) Have you ever seen a bobcat (Lynx rufus)? Bobcats are typically elusive, but if you quietly walk through your local natural area, you might
Did the picture above get your heart racing? You’re not alone. Fear of snakes, also known as ophidiophobia, is one of the most common phobias in the world. Across many
Imagine that you’re strolling along the San Antonio River in Goliad. Out of the corner of your eye, you catch sight of a flash of sleek fur sliding down the
Sunflowers with dozens of blooms under a sunny sky are one of the many signs of summer. What better way to signal summer than with sunflowers! Known around the world
Happy Wednesday, River Authority blog readers! If you’ve been following news about the San Antonio River over the past few months, you may have heard of a resident fish species
Shell-o River Authority blog readers! Today we’re highlighting a claw-some critter that is an important species in our local creeks and rivers: the freshwater crayfish! These crustaceans benefit the health
Few animals are misidentified as often as the Collared Peccary (Tayassu tajacu), more commonly known in Texas as the javelina. This 40-60 pound stocky even-toed mammal might look like a
It’s hard not to grin hearing the gregarious gobble and seeing the showy plumage of this month’s South Texas native species: the Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo). What better time to
In this edition of South Texas Natives, we’ll explore a beautiful bird of prey that you might want to give a hoot about! You’ll often hear a Barred Owl (Strix
Unfortunately, Trueheart Ranch Nature Park (14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, TX 78221) is closed until further notice due to recent vandalism. We’re working to assess and repair the damage to ensure the park is safe and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for your understanding—updates will be shared as soon as we have them.
* Trail temporarily closed from 2/3/2025 until 5/16/2025.
* For southbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river and utilize the Hotel Emma bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Access to the east side river trail via the elevator or stairs.
* For northbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river trail at the south bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Continue north through Pearl towards Hotel Emma. The west & east side river trail accessible via the Hotel Emma bridge.
Construction Timeline: April – October 2024 (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:
We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!
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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.
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.
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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