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Let it Soak In – Improving Water Quality in our Creeks and Rivers

Bioswale feature at Urban at Olive subdivision in San Antonio. The untreated rainwater that goes into storm drains and directly to area creeks and rivers is known as stormwater runoff.

Conoce al Río San Antonio en Honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana

This blog features content from our San Antonio River 101 July 14, 2020 post translated into Spanish in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. La Autoridad Fluvial del Río San Antonio

Run the Reaches! Virtual River Run

As part of our commitment to safe, clean, enjoyable creeks and rivers, the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) maintains more than 28 miles of hike and bike trails throughout

Dispose of Your Hazardous Household Waste Safely

Illegal dumping of household hazardous waste can pose a dangerous threat to the health of our creeks and rivers. It can pollute and disperse through our waterways, which can block drainage systems

Board Insights: Darrell Brownlow

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

Be River Proud! Inspirational Content Inside

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

Fats, Oils & Greases

Did you know the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) is a full-service wastewater utility provider within a portion of northeast and southeast Bexar County? It’s true. We’ve been in

River Threats – Apple Snails

An ecosystem is an interconnected community of living things, such as plants, animals, and microbes, and the nonliving environment such as air, climate, water, and minerals that surrounds it. The

SOS – The River Needs YOU!

The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) strives to keep the San Antonio River safe, clean, and enjoyable for the communities of Bexar, Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. There are

Intro to Green Infrastructure

You’ve heard of the term Green Infrastructure, but do you know how it works or what it does? Read along as we dive further into the benefits and ways you

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Museum Reach Maintenance Alert

April 18, 2025

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

April 9, 2025

* 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

March 6, 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.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

November 20, 2024

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

May 6, 2024

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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