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Winter 2024 Message from the GM

Derek Boese, JD, PMP General Manager The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is closing out 2023, saying “Thank you for your service” to two of our elected board members.

New murals from The Art of Four coming to San Pedro Creek in Spring 2023

Artists Jocelyn Van Taylor and Tyson Davis with The Art of Four founder Maria Williams (center). Welcome to the quarterly Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design

South Texas Natives: Atlantic blue crab

In honor of World Wetlands Day (February 2), we’re using today’s blog to honor an essential species in the wetland and marsh ecosystems of San Antonio Bay: the Atlantic blue

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with Nature

The Green Jay (Cyanocorax luxuosus) is a species of jay found throughout South Texas including the San Antonio River Watershed. The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) operates and manages

RIVER CAMP! Series: Birding Basics

In our quarterly RIVER CAMP! Series, we invite younger supporters of the San Antonio River (and those young at heart) to learn more about this precious freshwater resource. Tune in

SA River Foundation celebrates a successful 2022

Free yoga classes, led by Mobile Om and sponsored by the River Foundation, were a welcome weekly ritual for many community members in 2022. This piece is co-contributed by Sara

2022 Winter Events: River of Lights, Nighttime Kayaking, and Free Camping!

Come celebrate the holiday season at the 2022 River of Lights Celebration! You are invited to join the River Authority for an evening of fun that includes a Pixel Tree

Learn about River Authority parks and trails in the new Happy Trails Series!

Welcome to the Happy Trails Blog Series! While Happy Trails sounds like we are wishing you a pleasant farewell, we hope you stick around to enjoy all the fun and

Be Like a Spur and Show some River Gratitude this fall!

Estimated Read Time: 3.5 Minutes Happy Fall from the River Authority! It’s hard to believe that it’s already been one year since the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) launched

Art of San Pedro Creek Culture Park Picture-Perfect for Recent Celebration

Welcome to the quarterly Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design enhancements express what is authentic about today’s culture and explore the historical significance of area waterways

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

Safety Notice: The Lower River Access areas at Helton Nature Park and Graytown Park have been closed due to rising waters and potential flood risk.

Stay Weather‑Aware

Rain is in the forecast for our are starting Tuesday, June 2 until later this week. 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.

San Pedro Creek Culture Park

The east bank trail along San Pedro Creek will be temporarily closed between the upper trail at Cameron St. and the lower trail at two access points.

Closure details:

  • The first closure will impact the connector from the upper trail near West Houston St. to the south lower San Pedro Creek trail.
  • Once work at this location is complete and the trail reopens, construction will shift to the second closure area between the upper and lower trails on the opposite side of the green space.

Please follow posted signage and plan alternate routes. We appreciate your patience as this work is completed.

Closed areas around San Pedro Creek Culture Park

Trail Closure Alert – Calder Alley, San Pedro Creek

Maintenance work will be done in Calder Alley starting Wednesday, September 18, 2025.

  • Trails will remain open during this work.
  • One bench at a time will be temporarily barricaded while improvements are completed.
  • There may be occasional contractor pickups in the area.

We appreciate your patience as we continue to maintain and improve San Pedro Creek for all to enjoy!

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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