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The San Antonio River Authority is meeting the challenge of keeping lives, property, and our natural environment safe and secure with comprehensive planning, precision protection, strategic partnerships, and community preparedness.
Along with maintaining over 40 dams and other flood control structures, the River Authority also advocates for development techniques designed to reduce runoff and improve water quality.

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From Watershed to Backyard: The Surprising Truth About Mosquitoes

July 8, 2026

The Ultimate San Antonio River Bucket List: Summer Edit

July 1, 2026

Service, Stewardship and Swimming: A Conversation with Board Director Patrice Melancon

June 26, 2026

Shape Your River Way

Litter Is Ugly

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Guided Bike Ride Series – UNESCO City of Gastronomy

July 15, 2026

Current Reads at Confluence Park

July 16, 2026

Nature Field Day at Helton Nature Park

July 17, 2026

Nature Days – Nature Journals at Helton Nature Park

July 17, 2026
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Name: Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach July
Start: 2025-07-23T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-07-23T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Mission Reach

8500 Mission Parkway
San Antonio, 78223 United States Get Directions

Events at this venue

April 2026
Mission Reach Fiesta Flotilla

April 19 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Follow the Facebook Event The San Antonio River Authority & San Antonio River Foundation proudly present Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta 2026 – the official kayaking
February 2026
Guided Bike Ride Series

February 11 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
September 2025
Bike Rides – Ethnobotany

September 24, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
Bike Rides – All About Birds

September 3, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
August 2025
Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach August

August 27, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach August

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach August

August 13, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach August

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach August

August 6, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach August

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
July 2025
Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach July

July 30, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach -July

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free
Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach July

July 23, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Guided Bike Rides – Mission Reach -July

Mission Reach 8500 Mission Parkway, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff for an hour-long bike ride program along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Participants will enjoy a

Free

Alerts

Park Closure: Safety Notice

July 14, 2026

Safety Notice: All lower sections of River Crossing Park, Graytown, and Helton have been closed to due to flooding. They will remain closed until further notice.

San Pedro Creek Culture Park – Rains of Heaven

July 14, 2026

Rains of Heaven Temporarily Offline

The Rains of Heaven will be shut off for maintenance purposes due to heavy rain expected in our area. We apologize for the inconvenience.

We are experiencing heavy rains and thunderstorms over the next few days and are currently under a flood watch. Heavy rains in short time spans may result in high water on roads and temporary closures at low water crossings.

Before heading out, residents are encouraged to check SARiverFlood.org or their local county flood website for real‑time roadway conditions:

These sites provide up‑to‑date information from flood‑monitoring sensors across the region. Real‑time updates are available 24/7 to help you stay informed as conditions change.

Please use caution when traveling and plan routes accordingly.

San Pedro Creek Culture Park – STREAM

January 7, 2026

Stream is temporarily unavailable due to maintenance. We appreciate your understanding.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

June 30, 2025

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

June 30, 2025

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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