Medina River Natural Area

Category: Park in San Antonio, Texas

Address: 15890 TX-16, San Antonio, TX 78264, USA

Phone: +12102077275

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–8PM

Monday: 7AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8PM

Thursday: 7AM–8PM

Friday: 7AM–8PM

Saturday: 7AM–8PM

Reviews

C P (Baba Yaga)

Oct 22, 2022

First time ever here. Originally from San Antonio & I never knew this was here. Hidden Gem. Trails are mixture of pavement and dirt. Will definitely come back.

Tony R hand Red

Oct 15, 2022

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drone - it

Oct 10, 2022

Some of the trail is closed looks like there redoing the cement so for now stick to the unpaved trail on the right next to the river

Jessica Morris

Oct 6, 2022

Loved the trail. Also has designated spots for fishing. We fished and I caught a weird looking catfish, I had never seen one like it before. My poor husband didn't catch a thing. Saw a huge gar. Caughts lots of perch and 2 catfish the weird one and a regar channel cat. Will ho again when I go back to visit family.

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Questions & Answers

Are you able to swim there?

Juneli Vazquez | Oct 24, 2019
Tommy Tompkins | Oct 24, 2019

Yes you can swim at the crossings my family and i do it three to four times a week

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Are you able to BBQ there?

Vesperrae Villa | Oct 24, 2019
Mangazo34 | Oct 24, 2019

Yes,

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are you allowed to kayak in the river here?

daniel sorbera | Oct 24, 2018
Justin Anglin | Oct 24, 2018

Kayaking and canoeing is allowed but you have to use the singular boat launching area they have and its not overly accessible, also you'll have to paddle back upstream to get your rig back on land.

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Can you fish there?

Luis Sanchez | Oct 23, 2020
Geo Bad | Oct 23, 2020

Yes therebare a few spots to fish from. Make sure too look at the mapping area so you know which way to go. If not you will end up doing a huge loop befor you find the fishing areas and then figure out its right at the entrance to the right instead of going straight ahead. Hope ive helped!

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How much does it cost

Nidia Andrade | Oct 23, 2020
Jessica Chavez | Oct 23, 2020

It's free

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Are there brick and mortar restrooms or portables? What does one do if a wild hog approaches? Thanks in advance !

Panda Sunflowers | Oct 24, 2019
Rudy Delgado, Jr. | Oct 24, 2019

They are literally brick and mortar out houses at the entrance if the park.

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Is there good fishing??

Robert E Johnson Jr | Oct 24, 2019
TDB (Texas Dirt Bandits) | Oct 24, 2019

River level did raise up and I believe its gone back down to regular now. There is from time to time good fishing. I've caught some nice bass and cat in there. It all depends how far the river you want to travel for a good spot. It's quiet for sure...

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Can we use inflatable boats

wanda martell | Oct 24, 2019
Gordon Hanson | Oct 24, 2019

I don't believe so. The rivers too narrow with lots of trees protruding over it.

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Good for biking?

Luis Gonzalez | Oct 24, 2018
Louis Ortega | Oct 24, 2018

Some, better at the missions, the San Antonio river..

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Is there camping in tents fishing and swimming allowed

Gabriel Otero | Oct 24, 2018
Butch Titus | Oct 24, 2018

There is a camping area on the south side of the main entrance. Reservations only. Call COSA for info.

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Is this a good place for picnics?

Alexandria Wentworth | Oct 24, 2018
Justin Anglin | Oct 24, 2018

The facility is very well managed and maintained, there is a covered picnic area as well as several outlook points with great views that you can hike to for picnicing.

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Does it close later now that it gets darker later?

Alejandro Salais | Oct 24, 2018
Andy Mac | Oct 24, 2018

Santa Ana's ghost can be heard calling for his Yellow Rose about 30 minutes after sunset some say.

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Is there any spots where u can hike and set up a tent just to relax for a couple of hours?

Richard Diaz | Feb 25, 2022
Brandy Leonard | Feb 25, 2022

Personally I wouldn't recommend it. The landscaping is left as close to natural as possible and there are snake habitat signs about every quarter of a mile or so. Pearsall park may be a better fit (-:

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What does ot cost to do some fishing there ant certain rules and regulations

John's pure country Romero | Jan 26, 2022
Matt Quintanilla | Jan 26, 2022

I believe it's just a license for adults but I usually seel kids not saying there isn't good spots not charg

Is fishing allowed?

Adalberto Perez | Oct 23, 2021
John Solis | Oct 23, 2021

Yes

Is camping allowed at this location

Souleymane Sow | Oct 23, 2021
Sarita Pena | Oct 23, 2021

No place to camp

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Is swimming allowed?

Chris Garcia | Oct 23, 2021
J Eli | Oct 23, 2021

No you cannot make contact w the water and thats pretty much all of San Antonio.

What hours is location open on Sundays?

Ann Llamas | Oct 23, 2021
Paul Gonzalez | Oct 23, 2021

From dusk to dawn

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Are dogs allowed?

Maribel Santiago | Oct 23, 2021
John Fontanilla | Oct 23, 2021

Yes. I bring my dogs all the time

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Are dogs allowed?

constanza diaz | Oct 23, 2021
rene lamas | Oct 23, 2021

Absolutely! But on a leash at all times. We must be conscious & considerate of other patrons & their pets.🐶 It's also the Park Rule.

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Is there tent camping allowed?

M VIllegas | Oct 23, 2020
Norma De La Cruz | Oct 23, 2020

No I don't think so but no completely sure

Do we need to make a reservation to visit for a day?

Catherine Emmons | Oct 23, 2020
Janice | Oct 23, 2020

No

Is there any camping allowed?

Natalie Ordaz | Oct 23, 2020
Aksel Magirl | Oct 23, 2020

No, only open sunrise to sunset.

can u camp over 🌙 night

thee synapse spark | Oct 23, 2020
Daniel Navarro | Oct 23, 2020

No

Sre y'all open tomorrow?

Abigale Gonzales | Oct 23, 2020
Ismael Guajardo | Oct 23, 2020

I have not had a problem going for an early morning run at applewhite road trailhead. The palo alto rd trailhead is closed, just so you know.

is open today ?

Armando Rodriguez | Oct 23, 2020
JoAnn Esparza Cummings | Oct 23, 2020

Yes. Part of the trail is being worked on but there's plenty of trail space to walk and fish on.

Is there any fishing there

Tyler Joynes | Oct 23, 2020
amalia Martinez (Molly) | Oct 23, 2020

Yes but need a license

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What time do it close

Davonte Hayes | Oct 23, 2020
penny plane | Oct 23, 2020

When the sun goes down

How early does it open?

Savannah Henry | Oct 23, 2020
Francisco Galaviz | Oct 23, 2020

Opens at sunrise. Closes at sunset.

How much they charge to go in median?

Manuel Huerta | Oct 23, 2020
Candice Meri Johns | Oct 23, 2020

$16 for 2 adults

Why can't we swim here

6 Trak | Oct 23, 2020
Olivia Estrada (Swlivvy) | Oct 23, 2020

I'm not sure what the city's official answer for this is, but water moccasins are frequently seen in and around the river area here. Just yesterday we saw a good 6 ft long one sunbathing on a tree root. It completely disappeared from sight once it entered the murky water... I would NOT recommend swimming there.

Is there overnight camping available?

Denise Valadez | Oct 23, 2020
Kevin Hart | Oct 23, 2020

No like any other parks in the area it closes

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Is it free to go and explore with family??

Susana Méndez | Oct 23, 2020
Rene | Oct 23, 2020

Yes it is free to visit. You can also rent campsites for the night 20, and there is a pavilion, also rentable.

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What time does it open on sundays?

Adrianna Vargas :3 | Oct 23, 2020
Joshua Carreon | Oct 23, 2020

5am

Can I drive my atv on the trails there

Beatle Boy | Oct 23, 2020
que lindo | Oct 23, 2020

No only bicycle

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this place pet friendly?

Mona Duque | Oct 24, 2019
Jesse James | Oct 24, 2019

Yes it is.

Can you get into the water?

Oziel Casas | Oct 24, 2019
George McCain | Oct 24, 2019

There are signs that say not to get into the water, not sure if they're still up or if that's changed

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You can swimming?

Jaime Mata | Oct 24, 2019
Juan | Oct 24, 2019

Sorry no swimming allowed.

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Is their a bbq pit there? And is their a fee or is it open to the public?

jimmy cabay | Oct 24, 2019
Eric Johnson | Oct 24, 2019

They also have a pavilion area.

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Are there restroom

Stephen Guajardo | Oct 24, 2019
Ali Bakkari | Oct 24, 2019

Yes

Wanted to know when your fishing over there is it catch and release or can you catch and cook over there

UCHIHA_BLOODLINE | Oct 24, 2019
Eric Johnson | Oct 24, 2019

I wouldn't want to eat anything out of the river.

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Where can you go swimming?

April Celeste Gonzales | Oct 24, 2019
Juan | Oct 24, 2019

There is no swimming allowed anywhere here.

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Would love to hike after sundown in the trails with a flashlight ( scary thrill with my teen kids . is this possible ?

SA BEAST | Oct 24, 2019
Marie Espinoza | Oct 24, 2019

No, ypu will get a ticket if your there past sunset. Sometimes, they have overnight camping but it's organized by the park.

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Can I swim there ?

Steffan R. | Oct 24, 2019
Eric Johnson | Oct 24, 2019

No swimming areas there. Not sure I would want to.

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Do u have to pay for fishing? Is rock hunting allowed?

Eric Guest | Oct 24, 2019
Sly Peeler | Oct 24, 2019

No you don't have to pay to fish

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Anyone know if you can consume the fish here? I think this river connects to leon creek at some point which is said to be polluted with pcb.

Raul Rubio III | Oct 24, 2019
Eddie V | Oct 24, 2019

Really don't know, but I wouldn't consume it.

Are dogs allowed? Are you able to swim?

Randall Lagunas | Oct 24, 2019
Curtis Robertson II | Oct 24, 2019

Yes, dogs are allowed. No you are not allowed to swim

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Can you swim in the river

Eugene Marquez | Oct 24, 2019
Marie Espinoza | Oct 24, 2019

The signs say No swimming is allowed.

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Can you jump in the water

Israel Figueroa | Oct 24, 2019
Marie Espinoza | Oct 24, 2019

No, there are signs posted that say they do not allow swimming because of the strong current but they do allow fishing.

How long is the dirt trail there?

Justin San Miguel | Oct 24, 2019
Mangazo34 | Oct 24, 2019

If you do the whole trail dirt and payment you are looking at @ 7 miles.

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Can you swim there

Aaron Lafferty | Oct 24, 2019
Sandy Stutzenburg | Oct 24, 2019

No

Do you yave to pay to get in i just moved here from California and want to tske my kids somewheres cool

Aaron Lafferty | Oct 24, 2019
Amy | Oct 24, 2019

No it's free and your gonna have a wonderful time

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How do you get to the fishing areas?

Nadine Villarreal | Oct 24, 2019
Nadine Villarreal | Oct 24, 2019

Thank you to all

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How much do you have to pay and when can we go

ellie h | Oct 24, 2019
Ann Hernandez | Oct 24, 2019

It is free and from sunrise to sunset

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Can you play Pokémon Go here?

IisIllusionz | Oct 24, 2019
Gordon Hanson | Oct 24, 2019

I guess so but the park is only open sunrise to sunset so that might limit the game a bit.

Can you walk along the river? Does it dry up a lot?

ashleigh tatarcyk | Oct 24, 2019
James P | Oct 24, 2019

There are some portions that you can walk along the river. I have never seen it dry, but I would wear boots due to all this rain that we received. Also watch out for snakes.

How is the fishing there?

Bradley McVicker | Oct 24, 2019
Bradley McVicker | Oct 24, 2019

Where is this at?

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Can someone have a wedding ceremony here under pavilion?

Karen Morris | Oct 24, 2019
J | Oct 24, 2019

Why not? this America .

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Where is the best spot for fishing at if I'm looking for catfish?

MrMercenary77 | Oct 24, 2019
Mangazo34 | Oct 24, 2019

There's alot of good spots.

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Where is the main entrance

Linda Martinez | Oct 24, 2019
Christina Hernandez | Jun 25, 2022

Can you swim?

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Is hog hunting allowed?

Edith Marquez | Oct 24, 2019
Leslie Wyers | Oct 24, 2019

No... it is a natural area.

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are dogs allowed on trails?

Nikita Castillo | Oct 24, 2018
Mario Martinez | Oct 24, 2018

As long as they are on a leash yes. Just be careful with them rubbing up on the poison ivy.. The ivy is well marked so you'll know where it is. Also please carry poop bags with you so that you can clean up after your pet.

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How is it fishing there

mig mm | Oct 24, 2018
Brandy Price | Oct 24, 2018

Its decent. Best to get there early though, because people stay at the few designated spots there are to fish all day.

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What can you do there and whats the fee to get in

Richard Gomez | Oct 24, 2018
Alexis Bucklew | Oct 24, 2018

At this location you can't go in the river because they don't allow you to go in and can't camp out in this location the other location on the other side of town maybe but not this one!

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Are u allowed to get in the water

Ernest Vega | Oct 24, 2018
Butch Titus | Oct 24, 2018

NO, do not get in the water. Snags, sharp rocks and snakes. Better to go to a local pool.

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What kind of fish can you catch here?

Albert Dominguez | Oct 24, 2018
Brandy Price | Oct 24, 2018

Bass, catfish, bluegill. Texas Parks and Wildlife will be able to give you a detailed list of all the fish found in the river.

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Do you'll know if its closed right now

Alejandro Salais | Oct 24, 2018
Debra Blake | Oct 24, 2018

always closes at dusk when sun goes down

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Is it an off leash park for dogs?

Theresa Holland | Oct 24, 2018
Andy Mac | Oct 24, 2018

We went leash free down by the river. Traffic was light.

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Can you camp there

Jesus Martinez | Oct 24, 2018
Stephanie Schafer | Oct 24, 2018

Nope

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How much is the monthly rate

Randall Slaughter | Oct 24, 2018
flo contreras | Oct 24, 2018

It's free. Open from sunrise to sunset. Just be sure u leave before sunset or they'll lock ur car in

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What are this smal berries I know I've eaten them years ago like 40 years till now I came across them yay.

mariaderosario rodriguez | Oct 24, 2018
Teri Blaschke (Hidden Valley RV) | Oct 24, 2018

Hate to say without a photo. If you can send one I will try to identify. There is more than one type of Berry at the Natural Area

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Can you fish and do you need a license

Noble Cook | Oct 24, 2017
Matthew Mckeel | Oct 24, 2017

There are spots to fish and yes you need license. Even if child fishing there has to be a licensed adult present.

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Can you bring dogs?

Trant Stark | Oct 24, 2017
Thomas Hayes | Oct 24, 2017

Yes its a great place to walk the trails

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