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 in a fun and exciting way. You never know what you will find, so join us for these wildcard night hikes through these amazing nature […]
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. FREE EVENT! Registration is […]
FREE EVENT!! (for 5–8-year-olds only) *Capacity for this event will be VERY LIMITED, and Registration is REQUIRED. **Every participant must be accompanied by an adult. Inspired by traditions of Mexican […]
In preparation for the iNaturalist City Nature Challenge 2024 (April 26th-April 29th) the San Antonio River Authority and the San Antonio River Foundation are organizing immersive nature walks to help the community discover unique flora and fauna of the riparian areas in the southern basin of San Antonio River. To RSVP for any of our […]
FREE EVENT!! (for 9–12-year-olds only) *Capacity for this event will be VERY LIMITED, and Registration is REQUIRED **Every participant must be accompanied by an adult. 💃 Inspired by traditions of […]
FREE EVENT!! (for 13–17-year-olds only) *Capacity for this event will be VERY LIMITED, and Registration is REQUIRED **Every participant must be accompanied by an adult. 💃 Inspired by traditions of […]
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; […]
Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that San Antonio River Authority's nature-based parks call home. Learn about native plants […]
Explore the Riverwalk's twisted haunted history romances as we stroll down the Museum Reach stretch of the San Antonio River. Curious Twins Paranormal tour guides will share information about hauntings of tragic and sweet love stories. Time: 7:00p.m.-8:00p.m. Exact meeting location will be sent in an e-mail to all registrants. REGISTRATION ONLY PROGRAM Spots are […]
**Rescheduled from original date** Join us for a rhythmic evening at San Pedro Creek! FREE and open to the public! Let the beats guide you as David and Cameron Montalvo lead a vibrant drum circle under the night sky. This is your chance to experience the power of music along the heart of downtown’s flowing […]
Ready, set, play! Join us at Helton Nature Park on March 5, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a morning of nature-based fun! Test your skills balancing on […]
Come out to Helton Nature Park this weekend for FREE CAMPING! All campsite booking fees waived for this weekend. Free Camping at Helton Nature Park Friday, March 7th - Sunday, March 9th, 2025 3:00 pm - 11:00 am Helton Nature Park 15662 FM 775 Floresville, TX 78114 Registration Facebook Event
Rains from the Heavens will turned off for some maintenance work. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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:
We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!
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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 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.
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.
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.
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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