Kayaking the San Antonio River Walk Part 1

Did you know that the River Authority maintains more than 45 miles of paddling trails throughout the San Antonio River Basin? Join our Recreation Superintendent on a paddling tour along the San Antonio River Walk that includes recommendations for beginner and more advanced paddlers as well as safety tips to help you plan your trip. You’ll also get a unique view of the River Walk from the water as we feature trail sections like the King William and Eagleland paddling trails and take you on an epic 8-mile excursion along the Mission Reach Paddling Trail!

[@Laura-hk4th]

Awesome San Antonio ♥️

[@brucecrow1142]

well done video - informative - thank you!

[@cmd247]

OMG! I had no idea!

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

Question 1: Where can I launch my own kayak in the king William area?
Question 2: Why weren't the launch areas designed with easier access?
Comment: DO NOT RUN THE CHUTES WITHOUT CHECKING THEM FIRST!
I've seen huge rocks in some of the more accessible chutes. Some people are just mean for no reason!
I don't think anyone who designed the Mission Reach consulted with kayakers during the design.

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

It's been a year since i asked a couple simple questions... I guess no one answers questions here.
I'll answer the best I can. If you park behind the SARA (San Antonio River Authority) building you can carry your kayak down the ramp to launch.
There are a few people who rent kayaks there on occasion.
If you decide to kayak the River... it's downhill to get your kayak to most launches.
But remember... when you get back you have to carry your kayak and gear uphill.

[@silvajohnr]

How long does it normally take to paddle from Roosevelt to the last port out?

[@SanAntonioRiver]

Hi! Depending on river flow, experience, and equipment, the paddle from Roosevelt to Davis Lake can take 6-8 hours. Feel free to contact us at [phone] to discuss paddling this area in detail.

[@efnosmoke]

Do kayaks get scratched or stuck on the kayak chutes?

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

CHECK THE CHUTES FOR ROCKS!
SOME PEOPLE ARE MEAN AND WILL PUT ROCKS IN THE CHUTES!
When the mission reach opened up I went through a small rapid just behind mission county park and the sharp rocks ripped my kayak wide open. My kayak was a whitewater kayak FYI.
All the sharp rocks might be gone now but I've never gone back.

[@anthonycarreon2405]

My dad works for the underground tunnel

[@mosesneri5060]

Do you need a permit to go solo with personal kayak?

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

Nope but best not to go alone

[@magiccarp3710]

Seems to strict

[@masso1us]

Interesting video, but it is mostly about the narrator.
Honestly he is in about 3/4 of the video instead of just narrating. I am hoping Part 2 is more views of the river.

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

I was thinking the same thing. The shots looked like stock footage