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Aquatic Biologist Zoe Nichols holds two Largemouth Bass during a fish survey. Welcome to the River Authority’s Basin Report Card series! In 2020, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority)

The Mission Reach of the San Antonio River. The San Antonio River Basin provides ample opportunities to enjoy quality time outdoors.  As part of the San Antonio River Authority’s (River

A Northern mockingbird guards Yaupon Holly berries at the River Authority Main Office. All eyes were on birds last week, as enthusiasts around the Unites States completed the annual Christmas

Happy New Year to all our readers and supporters of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) blog, I hope you were able to enjoy time with family and friends

Note to our blog readers: It is customary in our Board Insight series for the board members to answer a set of questions to provide the reader an opportunity to

This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection to

This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection to

Welcome to the River Authority’s Basin Report Card series! In 2020, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) developed the San Antonio River Basin Report Card from the drive to

After a recent visit to Confluence Park, a friend created the above illustration of one of the art benches. The art bench was designed by local artist Gary Sweeney and

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) staff is committed to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers but we need YOU to help us protect and preserve area natural resources

Alerts

Museum Reach Maintenance Alert

Intermittent trail closures next week near I-35 overpasses by Newell Ave.
Trail maintenance will take place Monday, April 21 through Wednesday, April 23, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Mon-Tues) and 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Wed).
Closures will rotate between the east and west bank trails under I-35 at the Newell Ave. access point. Crews will reopen the trail segments when not actively working.

♿️ Alternate ADA-accessible routes are available:

If west bank is closed ➡️ use east bank via Camden St.
If east bank is closed ➡️ use west bank via Camden St.

Thank you for your patience as we complete this important maintenance work.

Trail Closure: Museum Reach at Pearl

* Trail temporarily closed from 2/3/2025 until 4/25/2025.
* 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.

North Bridge West Landing & Stairs Trail Closure Map

 

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.

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.

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. 

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