Discovery Hunt Spring 2025
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.
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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 a day of FREE outdoor
Discover the Creatures of the Night with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff and volunteers for a special night hike at Helton Nature Park!
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 a new theme—ethnobotany, wildflowers, pollinators,
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
Bring the little ones for a magical morning of nature-themed storytelling! Our engaging tales will spark curiosity and inspire a deeper connection with the great outdoors. Story Time happens on
Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that San Antonio River Authority's nature-based parks call home. Learn about native plants
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 Access Point - N Riverdale Ln,
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. Float along the San Antonio
The Apache Creek Soil Remediation Project has completed its design phase and is moving into construction. The project will remove contaminated soil on a 450-foot section of the upper bank
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 Montalvo lead a vibrant drum
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 landscaping, and wildlife in the
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 Branch River Park, 445 S
Bring the little ones for a magical morning of nature-themed storytelling! Our engaging tales will spark curiosity and inspire a deeper connection with the great
Join us for a special series filled with exciting activities for nature lovers of all ages. Sign up for our activities below! From 9am - 3 pm, families can participate
Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an unforgettable kayaking adventure that allows you to explore the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River while keeping an eye out for
Discover the Creatures of the Night with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff and volunteers for a special night hike at Hendrick Arnold Nature Park! Using fluorescent lights and
Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Each weekly ride
Enjoy a night under the stars with a free screening of Moana 2, at our next Campside Cinema event at Helton Nature Park! On May
* 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!
Stay Updated: Follow us on social media for the latest updates.
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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