Events

Walking Tour – Ethnobotany

Concepcion Park 600 E Theo Ave, San Antonio, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings

Free

Public Meeting Notice: Escondido Dams 1,4, & 12

Kenedy City Hall Auditorium 303 West Main Street, Kenedy, TX, United States

The San Antonio River Authority, United States Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS), Escondido Watershed District, City of Kenedy, and Karnes County Soil and Water Conservation District

Household Hazardous Waste Event – Karnes County

Karnes County Youth Show Barn 1480 County Rd 345, Karnes City, United States

Household Hazardous Waste Event - Karnes County April 12, 2025 8am - 12pm Karnes County Youth Show Barn 1480 CR 345, Kenedy, TX 78119 Please refer to our what to

Free

Nature Center Sun-Day – Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park 14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, United States

Nature Center Sun-day at Trueheart Ranch Nature Park! Join us for a fun-filled day of nature, creativity, and exploration from 9 AM - 3 PM!

Free

Walking Tour – Birding

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings

Free

Walking Tour – Wildflowers

Confluence Park 301 W. Mitchell, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings

Free

Discovery Hunt Spring 2025

San Antonio River Authority 100 E. Guenther, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE EVENT! Discover the San Antonio River beyond Downtown! Uncover hidden gems of art, nature, and engineering while completing missions in San Antonio’s great outdoors.

Free

Canceled Walking Tour – Pollinators

Confluence Park 301 W. Mitchell, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings

Free

Event Series Night Hikes

Night Hike at Trueheart Ranch

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park 14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, United States

Discover the Creatures of the Night with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff and volunteers for a special night hike at Trueheart Ranch Nature

Free
Event Series Race the River 2025

Canceled Race the River – Goliad

Goliad Paddling Trail - Riverdale Access Point N Riverdale Ln, Goliad, United States

Race the River Paddling Series is BACK! Registration Open February 10 at 10 am. REGISTER May 10, 2025 Pro Racer Check-in Location: Goliad Paddling Trail- Riverdale

Watercolor Kayaking

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Paddle, paint, and unwind with us on the Mission Reach! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-of-a-kind kayaking adventure where nature meets creativity.

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Alerts

Parks Notice – Confluence Park

The parking lot at Confluence Park will be closed the morning of July 31st for maintenance. Work is expected to take place between 6:30 and 9:30 am.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.

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!

Stay Updated: Follow us on social media for the latest updates.

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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