Race the River – Mission Reach
Espada Park 1750 SE Military Dr, San Antonio, TexasCome out to the first race in our 2025 Race the River Paddling Series! Registration Opens Monday, February 10 at 10 AM. REGISTER April 12,
Come out to the first race in our 2025 Race the River Paddling Series! Registration Opens Monday, February 10 at 10 AM. REGISTER April 12,
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!
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
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! Discover the San Antonio River beyond Downtown! Uncover hidden gems of art, nature, and engineering while completing missions in San Antonio’s great outdoors.
The San Antonio River Authority & San Antonio River Foundation proudly present Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta 2025 – the official kayaking event of Fiesta! Enjoy
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
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.
Join us for a rhythmic evening at San Pedro Creek! FREE and open to the public! Let the beats guide you as David and Cameron
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
SAN PEDRO CREEK CULTURE PARK IS NOW COMPLETE! This transformative project has revitalized a historic waterway into a dynamic public space featuring public art, native
Join us for a cozy night under the stars as we screen The Wild Robot at beautiful Branch River Park! Date: May 20th Time: Sunset
Unfortunately, Trueheart Ranch Nature Park (14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, TX 78221) is closed until further notice due to recent vandalism. We’re working to assess and repair the damage to ensure the park is safe and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for your understanding—updates will be shared as soon as we have them.
* 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 creek
* Trail temporarily closed from 2/3/2025 until 5/16/2025.
* For southbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river and utilize the Hotel Emma bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Access to the east side river trail via the elevator or stairs.
* For northbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river trail at the south bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Continue north through Pearl towards Hotel Emma. The west & east side river trail accessible via the Hotel Emma bridge.
Construction Timeline: April – October 2024 (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:
We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!
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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.
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.
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.
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