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River Authority and Community Leaders Celebrate New Access Point on Goliad Paddling Trail

WHAT:  The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Riverdale paddling access point on the Goliad Paddling Trail.  The

Celebrate National Environmental Education Week!

Photo is from a pre-pandemic River Authority outdoor nature-based education event As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority’s (River Authority)

Be River Proud! World Water Day and National Volunteer Month

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

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 (HHW)

Watershed Wise Rebate Highlight: LPA, Inc.

LPA Studio parking lot with bioretention features As part of our commitment to safe, clean, and enjoyable creeks and rivers the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) actively promotes the

Invisible Invaders: Help Stop the Spread of Zebra Mussels

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is proactive when it comes to protecting our natural resources and staff have been hard at work to address invasive species as part

Outdoor Recommendations for Spring!

This is a contributed piece by our non-profit partner, the San Antonio River Foundation Spring is here and there is no better time to get outside! After months of online

River Authority Partners with Canoe Trail Goliad to Host 13th Annual Spring Flotilla

13TH ANNUAL CANOE TRAIL GOLIAD SPRING FLOTILLA ON THE SAN ANTONIO RIVER GOLIAD PADDLING TRAIL WHAT:  Canoe Trail Goliad is partnering once again with the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority)

Video Series: Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk Part 2

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) offers free park programming throughout our four-county service district in an

Video Series: Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk Part 1

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) offers free park programming throughout our four-county service district in an

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

Safety Notice: All lower sections of River Crossing Park, Graytown, and Helton have been closed to due to flooding. They will remain closed until further notice.

Stay Weather‑Aware

We are experiencing heavy rains and thunderstorms over the next few days and are currently under a flood watch. Heavy rains in short time spans may result in high water on roads and temporary closures at low water crossings.

Before heading out, residents are encouraged to check SARiverFlood.org or their local county flood website for real‑time roadway conditions:

These sites provide up‑to‑date information from flood‑monitoring sensors across the region. Real‑time updates are available 24/7 to help you stay informed as conditions change.

Please use caution when traveling and plan routes accordingly.

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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