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San Antonio River Foundation: Working to make the river vibrant, healthy, and accessible to ALL

Photo Credit: Cate Bradshaw and Stuart Allen This is a contributed piece by our non-profit partner, the San Antonio River Foundation. Did you know that the San Antonio River Authority

Mission Reach Intensive Nekton Survey

Central Stoneroller (Campostoma anomalum)    As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Environmental Sciences Department recently conducted the annual

Be River Proud! Kayaking the River Loop and Enjoying Holiday Lights

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff is committed to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers but we need YOU to help us protect and preserve area natural resources

San Pedro Creek Culture Park’s Annual Holiday Event

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) maintains more than 500 acres of parks along the San Antonio

Celebrating our River Warriors for International Volunteer Day!

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) River Warriors are registered River Authority volunteers over the age of 15 who are inspired and energized by our work and want to

San Antonio River Authority Holiday Lights

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) maintains more than 500 acres of parks along the San Antonio

Board Insights: James Fuller

Green kingfisher photographed on the San Antonio River near Riverdale Bridge in Goliad by River Authority Board Member James Fuller’s son James. This series provides readers the opportunity to learn

Giving Thanks: Highlighting Collaboration and Successful Partnerships

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has partnered with area government entities, community organizations, and non-profits to

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

No Wipes in the Pipes! Help Spread the Word

Did you know the United Nations will celebrate World Toilet Day on November 19 to help raise awareness of the 4.2 billion people living without access to safely managed sanitation?

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

Trail Closure at Myrtle St. Dead End

The trail between Myrtle St. and the newly constructed South Bridge at the Pearl District will be closed due to construction. Alternative pathways around the work area can be seen in the map below. We apologize for the inconvenience

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. 

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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