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What’s the wildest thing about the animals in the San Antonio River Basin? Well, they’re wildlife! Wildlife is a term referring to animals (or plants) that are neither domesticated nor
What is your role and how does it help support the mission of the River Authority? My role is General Counsel to the San Antonio River Authority. In essence, I
Photo Credit: Adam Jackson (iNaturalist CCO) Have you ever been walking along the San Antonio River and heard whimsical whistling? You might have encountered the beloved Black-bellied Whistling Duck (Dendrocygna
There’s a rhythm to a river that speaks to all of us—calming, powerful, and full of life. This June, as we celebrate National Rivers Month, we invite you to pause
As we approach Juneteenth—a time to reflect on freedom, resilience, and the stories of Black Americans—it’s especially meaningful to shine a light on Hendrick Arnold Nature Park. This peaceful stretch
“The power of education is not in filling a bucket, but in lighting a fire—and nowhere is that more important than in environmental education.” — Barbara Kingsolver The River Authority
When was the last time you saw a firefly? Were fireflies more abundant when you were younger, but maybe now you can’t remember the last time you saw them? Typically
A Moment to Celebrate: San Pedro Creek’s Progress and Community Impact May 15 marked a significant milestone for both our organization and the broader San Antonio community. The San Pedro
What does a construction inspector do? As a construction inspector, I look over the plans for a project, go to the job site to make sure everyone shows up, and
Due to a SAWS project, pedestrian access to the Mission Reach trail from E. Hart Ave & Mission to Thelka Street will be limited. Signs indicating where the work is being done have been posted. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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:
We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!
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* 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
The trail between Myrtle St. and the newly constructed South Bridge at the Pearl District will be closed due to construction. Alternative pathways around the work area can be seen in the map below. We apologize for the inconvenience
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.
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.
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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