Video Series: Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk Part 1

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Kayakers on the Mission Reach Paddling Trail

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 effort to promote our parks and trails and forge meaningful connections to area creeks and rivers.

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the River Authority’s parks and trails have remained open, providing important recreational opportunities along the San Antonio River. Our Recreation and Park Programming staff has produced a video series to provide answers to their most popular recreation questions. The next video on the series features the first of a two-part paddling tour along the San Antonio River Walk available in English and Spanish!

También ofrecemos el video en español como parte de nuestro esfuerzo para alcanzar a nuestra comunidad hispanohablante.

***In accordance to CDC guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic, mask wearing and social distancing are strongly encouraged while on the trails.***

Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk 

Did you know that the River Authority maintains more than 45 miles of paddling trails throughout the San Antonio River Basin? Join our Recreation Superintendent on a paddling tour along the San Antonio River Walk that includes recommendations for beginner and more advanced paddlers as well as safety tips to help you plan your trip. You’ll also get a unique view of the River Walk from the water as we feature trail sections like the King William and Eagleland paddling trails and take you on an epic 8-mile excursion along the Mission Reach Paddling Trail!

Remando el Paseo del Río San Antonio

¿Sabías que la Autoridad Fluvial del Río San Antonio (Autoridad Fluvial) mantiene más de 45 millas de senderos para remar a lo largo de la Cuenca del Río San Antonio? Acompáñanos en un recorrido en kayak a lo largo del Paseo del Río con recomendaciones para remadores principiantes y con experiencia más avanzada. También ofrecemos consejos para que planees tu jornada con la seguridad en mente. ¡Te ofrecemos un punto de vista único del Paseo del Río desde el agua con los senderos para remar de King William y Eagleland y también hacemos un recorrido épico de 8 millas a lo largo del sendero para remar del segmento Mission Reach!

***De acuerdo a las recomendaciones del Centro de Control de Enfermedades durante la pandemia COVID-19, se recomienda el uso de mascarillas y distanciamiento social al visitar nuestro parques y senderos.***

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Alerts

Mission Reach Area Maintenance

Update (December 2025):
Crews will be moving south of Concepcion Park towards the baseball fields around the Mission Road area. The trail in this section will be closed the morning of Wednesday 12/10 and is expected to reopen the later next week. 

Work will also continue at the current location near mile marker 8.2 for the remainder of the week, where crews will be cleaning the area and hauling off chips and debris. This section of the trail will remain open

When: Beginning October 20, 2025 through Spring 2026
What: Crews will be performing stem-density removal and related vegetation maintenance along sections of the Mission Reach to help manage flood risk and protect surrounding infrastructure. Some trails or segments may be closed temporarily while work is underway.
Why: Removing excess stems that naturally establish along the river helps maintain stormwater conveyance, reduces flood risk, and protects public infrastructure while allowing grassland and native vegetation to recover and thrive.
What to expect:

  • Limited trail closures and intermittent work zones.
  • Crews and equipment working near the riverbanks during daytime hours.
  • Parking areas remain open, but visitors may see signage and temporary barriers.

Questions? Call the San Antonio River Authority at (210) 227-1373 or visit https://www.sariverauthority.org/services/river-health/ecosystems/.

Thank you for your patience while we keep the Mission Reach safe, clean, and enjoyable.

Stem Density work 12.10.2025-12.19.2025

Trail Closure – Mission Reach Area

The Acequia Park trailhead entrance at Probandt Street to the Bexar County Public Works Department building’s trailhead will be closed through December 23rd due to construction. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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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