San Antonio is building…

a world-class river park that reflects our unique culture. The 15-mile-long linear park along the banks of the San Antonio River will be like nothing else in the world.

The San Antonio River Improvements Project

is an extraordinary public/private partnership which broke ground in 2007 and is scheduled to be completed in 2012. It will create a 15-mile linear park along the banks of the San Antonio River, stretching from the headwaters near Brackenridge Park all the way to historic Mission Espada on the City’s south side. This is not a new idea; it has a long and interesting project history behind it.

The San Antonio River is a vibrant treasure that belongs to all of the citizens of San Antonio. This remarkable project will create a lasting legacy for our children, grandchildren, and many generations to come.

Museum Reach

New construction to the north will also include an enhanced trail system, as well as a lock and dam to allow extended river barge travel, water features, public art, and new access to the San Antonio Museum of Art, the Witte Museum, the San Antonio Zoo, and Brackenridge Park.

Downtown Reach

With the world-famous Paseo del Rio at its center, the San Antonio River has long been a special treasure, captivating millions of visitors and local citizens with its nightlife, cultural events, and colorful shops.

Mission Reach

New construction to the south will include flood control, a restored eco-system, hike & bike trails, picnic areas, pocket parks, recreation facilities, and educational opportunities that embrace history, culture, conservation and technology.