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.
Discover the River
Explore the San Diego River’s unique geography, history, and wildlife.
Volunteer
Support our mission for a clean and healthy river by getting involved.
Help Transform This Mission Valley Parkway! $1300 Left to Raise
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 […]
Have You Seen the State of the River Report Yet?
In this report you will find helpful information on:
- The health status of the San Diego River
- Key indicators of river health and how they are measured
- How trash, invasive plants, and urban development affect the river
- How SDRPF is working to end homelessness
- What strategies are working to improve river health and the partnerships needed for success
- Ways to join the movement to create a healthier future for our river
Volunteer Opportunities & Fun Educational Events
Join us for these upcoming events along the river in Ocean Beach, Mission Valley, and Julian!
- 5/30: Family Nature Discovery Day: Pollinators
- 6/2, 6/16, & 6/30: San Diego River Habitat Restoration
- 6/6 & 6/20: Mission Valley Garden Club
- 6/13: Community River Cleanup
- 6/18: Preserve Stewards
- 6/27: SD River Community Art Day
- Every Tuesday: River Readers Nature Storytime
Grant Park
Located in the heart of Mission Valley is a 17 acre property that is known as Grant Park. With the San Diego River running through the property it is a wonderful place to engage in not only learning about the 52 mile river but also about the incredible ecosystem that is associated with it. From pine covered forest in the mile high mountains to the rich diversity which is the San Diego River Estuary, Grant Park seeks to advance regenerative nature and celebrate the river's past, present and future. It is owned and managed by The San Diego River Park Foundation, rather than being a public park.
Thank you to the amazing River Trail Action Crew volunteers who collected vital data during the Pedestrian and Bike Audit with our partner Circulate Planning & Policy on March 13th.
The results identified a critical "fracture point" where the San Diego River Trail abruptly ends, forcing users onto hazardous high-traffic roads. The audit data is now being used by the community to advocate to close the gap, build the West Valley Crossing, and create a viable alternative transportation route for the region.
If you'd like to join the movement, don't miss our next River Trail Action Crew on 5/29 to help survey and steward the San Diego River Trail.
