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Flow into Summer: Discover Your River during National Rivers Month

There’s a rhythm to a river that speaks to all of us—calming, powerful, and full of life. This June, as we celebrate National Rivers Month, we invite you to pause

Experience Art in the Open: Celebrate Contemporary Art Month with the River Foundation

Every year during March, San Antonio’s Contemporary Art Month (CAM) celebrates creativity, collaboration, and cultural innovation. From live music to collaborative public art, the San Antonio River Foundation is offering

River Foundation’s September event lineup celebrates art, nature, and environmental action

This piece is contributed by the San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation), who supports scientific and educational activities that promote and encourage the conservation, stewardship, restoration, preservation and enjoyment of

Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2024

Support the San Antonio River Foundation by attending an evening of international environmental activism and love for nature through film! Please visit the River Foundation’s website for more details. Saturday,

Eco-Friendly Escapes and Thrilling Staycations: Summer Events Await at Confluence Park!

This piece is contributed by the San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation), the nonprofit partner of the San Antonio River Authority. The River Foundation supports scientific and educational activities that

Celebrate Contemporary Art Month with the River Foundation

This piece is contributed by the San Antonio River Foundation. The River Foundation is the nonprofit partner of the San Antonio River Authority. The River Foundation supports scientific and educational

Recapping 2023 Events with the San Antonio River Foundation

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Media Advisory: Free Youth Community Public Art Workshop with Andrea “Vocab” Sanderson

Artwork will be integrated into new shade structure at AME Church WHAT: The San Antonio River Foundation (Foundation) is inviting youth ages 8-18 to join former City of San Antonio

Media Advisory: San Antonio River Authority and San Antonio River Foundation to host Wild & Scenic Film Festival at Confluence Park

WHAT: The 10th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival returns to San Antonio’s Confluence Park on Saturday, September 30. Event attendees will be treated to a curated collection of thought-provoking

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Temporary Trail Closure Notice – Riverwalk area between the Hotel Emma & Brewmeister’s Bridge

Closure Dates: June 10 – August 5, 2025

As part of the Perlen Hotel (formerly Grove Hotel) project, the trail area between the Hotel Emma and Brewmeister Alle bridges will be temporarily closed for construction. This work includes modifications to the existing retaining wall and installation of a new second retaining wall.

Please follow the detour routes below to continue your walk or ride safely:

  • Southbound pedestrian traffic:
    Exit the river trail and use the Hotel Emma bridge to access the east side river trail via the elevator or stairs.
  • Northbound pedestrian traffic:
    Exit the river trail at the south bridge, access the east side river trail, and continue north through Pearl toward Hotel Emma. The river trail is accessible on both sides via the Hotel Emma bridge.

Thank you for your patience as we work to enhance this area of the trail.

Map of River Trail Closure

Parks Notice: Helton Nature Park

Due to a fallen tree containing an active beehive, the lower portion of the park is temporarily closed for safety. Our team is working with a specialist to safely remove the bees from the area. We’ll reopen this section of the park as soon as it’s safe to do so.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Trail Closure Notice – San Pedro Creek

Due to adjacent construction at Calder Alley, the San Pedro Creek Trail will be temporary closed from the access point near Stream at W. Commerce Street to Dolorosa Street. An alternate ADA-accessible route is available through UTSA San Pedro 1.

 

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

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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