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SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that it is taking safety measures to reduce crowds and help prevent the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) during

KARNES CITY, TX – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that it is providing $60,000 in support of Karnes City’s current efforts to enhance the Karnes City

(SAN ANTONIO) – The Board of Directors of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) yesterday adopted a $374.4 million budget for Fiscal Year 2020/21 (FY21), a decrease of $11.5

RIVER AUTHORITY ISSUES LAST CALL FOR RIVER CLICKS PHOTO CONTEST ENTRIES Public Invited to Submit Photos in Several Categories by May 31 for a Chance to Win Prizes WHAT: The

(SAN ANTONIO) – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced it will host the agency’s 7th Annual Environmental Film Fest to help commemorate National Rivers Month in June. It

WHAT: The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announces necessary erosion repair work along the banks of the Mission Reach section of San Antonio River Walk which will close a

SAN ANTONIO – As the community is directed to stay home and work safe, the River Authority is coming up with innovative ways to educate and drive community appreciation for

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announced today that it is taking additional safety measures to reduce crowds and help prevent the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus)

POTH, TX – The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) in partnership with Wilson County and the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, are hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

SAN ANTONIO – Get your cameras ready! The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) announces the 3rd Annual River Clicks photo contest aimed to highlight the San Antonio River Basin.

Alerts

Parks Notice – Mission Reach Art

Please be aware the San Antonio River Foundation in coordination with the River Authority will be de-installing public art benches for maintenance on January 22, 8am-5pm.

Located along the Mission Reach between Roosevelt Park and Confluence Park, the benches Serapes by Vincent Valdez and Butterflies by Anita Valencia, will be reinstalled when restoration is complete.

Freezing Weather Alert

Freezing weather is expected in the San Antonio area from Sunday to Tuesday. We advise all park and trail visitors to exercise caution during this time. Please watch for icy conditions and prioritize safety while enjoying our parks and trails.

Mission Reach:

  • Water Fountains will be shut down starting Saturday, January 18th. We will provide updates once they are turned back on.
  • Espada Park, River Front Parkway & Camino Coahuilteca restrooms will be closed until further notice. Updates will be provided once they are reopened.

Brooklyn Lock and Dam & San Pedro Creek Culture Park:

  • Restrooms will be closed until further notice. Updates will be provided once they are reopened.

Trueheart Ranch, Helton, Escondido, and Branch River Parks:

  • Restrooms will be closed until further notice. Updates will be provided once they are reopened.

Stem Density Efforts

Please be advised that trails near the Confluence Park and Conception Park area will be temporarily closed due to ongoing Stem Density efforts. We appreciate your cooperation and ask that you remain mindful of workers and closures when in the vicinity. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our natural spaces!

 Stem Density efforts in the Eagle Land segment will be extended through the end of February 2025.

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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