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
