Connecting
our community
Creating
a river park system
Conserving
our natural & cultural resources
2025 at a Glance
We celebrate the natural and cultural legacy of the San Diego River through the creation and stewardship of parks, trails, education centers, and open spaces along its 52-mile pathway from the mountains to the ocean while promoting appreciation and understanding of this incredible treasure and its wildlife.
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.
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River Days is May 9th - May 17th!
The San Diego River Park Foundation is excited to announce our 23rd Annual San Diego River Days. Get outside with us and our many wonderful partners this Spring!
Kickoff River Days at the 5K Walk for Wildlife & Fun Run to help raise vital funds for wildlife conservation in the San Diego River watershed!
Each year, we come together with many wonderful partner organizations to host fun nature and art activities for all ages that celebrate the San Diego River as a cultural, ecological, and recreational treasure. From Julian to Ocean Beach, and everywhere in between, get outside with us this Spring!
We are proud to share our 2025 Annual Impact Report, celebrating the incredible impact the San Diego River community has made for the river, its wildlife, and our region. To […]
Join Us for Our Garden Party at Grant Park
Celebrate Earth Day with us, connect with fellow plant lovers, and enjoy a fun-filled Community Garden Party at Grant Park located at 2310 Camino Del Rio N. in Mission Valley! The event is FREE and will feature a native plant and garden art sale, educational presentations by Master Gardeners and pollinator experts, a “Build Your Own Garden” workshop, complimentary seed packets, art and craft activities, refreshments, and more! Click below to RSVP on our exciting new Experiences Calendar!
It has been a long wait. Phase 2 of construction is already done and students are receiving incredible nature learning experiences. We have even hosted speakers, meetings and events. But Grant Park won't fully open until we finish Phase 1 - the original phase that includes grading, street improvements and more.
Volunteers Needed for the Spring Census:
April 10th and 11th from 6 AM - 9 AM
Join us at sites along the riverbed to help document the number of people experiencing homelessness. This important data supports SDRPF and our partners in advocating for increased homeless services, including housing placement and other essential resources for people living unhoused in the riverbed. Click the button below to sign up!
We consider homelessness an intersectional issue with environmental stewardship. Learn more about our efforts to end homelessness in the San Diego Riverbed by clicking the button below.
