Events

Family, Friends & Fishing Clinic: 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 […]

Free
Event Series Drum Circle

Drum Circle

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

Enjoy the spirit and magic of rhythm expressed through our Community Drum Circle. Drumming in a group setting is good for the mind and body and can produce feelings of […]

Free

River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R)

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

Join the River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R), San Antonio River Authorities walking group that explores all the fantastic River Authority parks in Bexar, Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. Let's lace up our shoes and enjoy the wonders of nature together. Come walk with us and be part of this exciting adventure! No registration needed. Wednesday, […]

Free

Friday Night Hikes – Jackson Nature Park

Jackson Nature Park 9284 County Road 401, Stockdale, United States

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

Free

Goliad County Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Goliad Memorial Auditorium Parking Lot Auditorium Drive, Goliad, United States

Event date: November 16, 2024 Location: Goliad Memorial Auditorium Parking Lot, Auditorium Drive, Goliad, TX 77763 Time: 9am-12pm The San Antonio River Authority, along with local partners, hosts six (6) free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events within Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. These semi-annual events are held in the spring and fall. County residents may […]

Free

Postponed Nature Workshop – Natural Art

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

*RESCHEDULED* Join San Antonio River Authority staff for Nature Workshop - Natural Art where you will use your creativity to construct your very own holiday grapevine wreath. Registration is required and opens October 15th at 9am! Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 6:30pm - 8:00pm Escondido Creek Parkway 208 N Sunset Strip Kenedy, TX, United States, Texas […]

Free

River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R)

Amphitheater at Pearl 303 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, TX, United States

Join the River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R), San Antonio River Authorities walking group that explores all the fantastic River Authority parks in Bexar, Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. Let's lace up our shoes and enjoy the wonders of nature together. Come walk with us and be part of this exciting adventure! No registration needed. Wednesday, […]

Free

Meditation with Marcy at San Pedro Creek

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

Practice presence in nature through this secular, guided meditation session. Learn to calm the mind and relax the body to promote a healthier, more productive life. All levels are welcome; participants are welcome to bring their own cushions to sit on; ages 16+. Presented by The Still State Meditation & Mindfulness. Friday, November 22 10:00am-11:00 […]

Free

Nature Days – Nature Games

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

Get ready to have fun with a variety of nature-based activities, including balancing on a "log", navigating nature obstacle courses, and creating your very own take home game of nature tic-tac-toe. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and connect with nature in a playful and engaging way. Don't miss out on this […]

River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R.)

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

Join the River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R), San Antonio River Authorities walking group that explores all the fantastic River Authority parks in Bexar, Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. Let's lace up our shoes and enjoy the wonders of nature together. Come walk with us and be part of this exciting adventure! No registration needed. Wednesday, […]

Free

River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R.)

Jackson Nature Park 9284 County Road 401, Stockdale, United States

Join the River Authority Walking Rascals (R.A.W.R), San Antonio River Authorities walking group that explores all the fantastic River Authority parks in Bexar, Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. Let's lace […]

Free

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.

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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