Connecting
our community
Creating
a river park system
Conserving
our natural & cultural resources
Our mission is to take action to reimagine the 52 mile-long San Diego River as a natural, cultural and recreational treasure by actively engaging people through volunteerism, educational programming, advocacy and philanthropy and championing the creation of a river-long parkway from the mountains to the ocean.
Last 12 Months at a Glance
Our Work
We actively conserve the River and its habitat, because a healthy river means a healthy community.
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Explore the San Diego River’s unique geography, history, and wildlife.
Volunteer
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$1300 Needed to Meet $25,000 Match - Help Beautify Mission Valley Parkway
DEADLINE EXTENDED: we have until May 4th to reach goal!
Make a donation and join the effort to transform this weedy patch to a beautiful entry to Grant Park in Mission Valley.
- Give $10 and become a Friend of Grant Park
- Give $125 and be recognized on a beautiful Donor Appreciation Artwork
- Give $1000 and become a Park Patron
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alexa Lewis-Rosenfeld, San Diego River Park Foundation, alexa@sandiegoriver.org, 619-307-0268 In the early dawn hours of April 10th and 11th, 2026, 49 community members came together […]
Join us for the inaugural San Diego River Community Arts Day at Grant Park!
June 27, 2026 from 11 am – 3 pm!
Experience a unique opportunity to connect with the river through the power of art and culture. A diverse group of artists—curated by the San Diego River Artists Alliance and the UCSD Climate Collective—will showcase river-inspired works that uplift creative voices and share unique perspectives.
This fun and meaningful special event fosters dialogue about the rich culture, history, present-day stories, and significance of the San Diego River, bringing the community together through creativity and connection.
Check out these AMAZING free River Days events
Join us at these select River Days community events May 9 though May 17!
- El Monte Valley Cleanup - May 9th
- SDRAA Art Reception At Santa Ysabel Gallery - May 9
- Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve East Wildflower Hike - May 10
- River Readers Nature Storytime - May 12
- DarkSky Event At Grant Park - May 14
- Mosquito Control and the San Diego River Presentation
San Diego County Vector Control Program - May 16 - SDRAA Art Reception at Grant Park - May 16
- Sky Hunters Raptor Presentation - May 17
