Events

Drum Circle

San Pedro Creek Culture Park 48 El Paso St, San Antonio, TX, United States

Drum Circle @ SPC Plaza de Fundacion on August 13th from 7pm - 8pm. *Please same graphic that was used for last event. *Event description: Enjoy the spirit and magic […]

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Event Series Beat the Heat

Beat the Heat Nature Hike – Museum Reach

Museum Reach North of Downtown, San Antonio, United States

Join the San Antonio River Authority staff for an exciting nature hike and discover the amazing flora and fauna along the Museum Reach and Mission Reach of the San Antonio River! Each Wednesday brings a new location, so don't miss out on exploring different stretches of our beautiful river!  Mark your calendars and get ready […]

Free

Friday Night Hikes at Hendrick Arnold Nature Park

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park 8950 Fitzhugh Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that call Hendrick Arnold Nature Park home. Learn about native plants and wildlife […]

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Free Camping Weekend at Helton Nature Park

Helton Nature Park 15662 FM 775, Floresville, TX, United States

FREE CAMPING WEEKEND @ Helton Nature Park is back! Free Camping at Helton Nature Park Friday, August 23 - Sunday, August 25, 2024. 3:00 pm - 11:00 am Helton Nature […]

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Campside Cinema – Wonka

Helton Nature Park 15662 FM 775, Floresville, TX, United States

Enjoy a night under the stars with a free screening of Wonka, at our next Campside Cinema event at Helton Nature Park! On August 23rd at 8:30 pm, set up […]

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Parks for Pollinators Bioblitz – Hendrick Arnold Nature Park

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park 8950 Fitzhugh Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join the San Antonio River Authority for the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) "Parks for Pollinators Bioblitz" all through the month of September. We are excited to bring citizen […]

Free

Canceled Nature Days – Art in Nature

Escondido Creek Parkway 208 N. Sunset Strip, Kenedy, United States

Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of nature at Escondido Creek Parkway. Join San Antonio River Authority staff to explore different works of art inspired by nature and then unleash […]

Free

Fin Addict at Acequia Park

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

 FREE Fishing Lessons to the Public & NO FISHING LICENSE needed for this event!Join Fin Addict Angler Foundation and the San Antonio River Authority for an exhilarating morning of family, […]

Free

Friday Night Hikes – Trueheart Ranch Nature Park

Trueheart Ranch Nature Park 14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, United States

 Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a Nature Hike to explore the Nocturnal Flora and Fauna that call Trueheart Ranch Nature Park home. Learn about native plants and wildlife […]

Free

Women’s & Girl’s Disc Golf Clinic at Graytown

Graytown Park 1239 County Rd 125,, Elmendorf, United States

San Antonio River Authority presents a Women's & Girl's DISC GOLF CLINIC at Graytown Disc Golf Course, sponsored by San Antonio Women's Disc Golf Club. For women, by women! Location: […]

$5

Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2024

Confluence Park 301 W. Mitchell, San Antonio, TX, United States

Support the San Antonio River Foundation by attending an evening of international environmental activism and love for nature through film! Please visit the River Foundation's website for more details. Saturday, […]

$20

Alerts

Graytown Park Parking Lot Construction Notice 

Construction Timeline: April – October 2024 (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:

  • Upper parking area, pavilion, and restrooms will be CLOSED during construction. Temporary restroom facilities will be provided.
  • Park and river access will be CLOSED Monday–Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM (no access during these hours).

We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!

Stay Updated: Follow us on social media for the latest updates.

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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