San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust Inc

The San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Fresno, California. Employing 20 people, the Trust is dedicated to preserving and restoring San Joaquin River lands. The organization was founded in 1988 and focuses its efforts on the creation and protection of the 22-mile San Joaquin River Parkway, spanning Fresno and Madera counties. The San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust provides a range of educational and recreational opportunities for the public. Amenities include over seven miles of multi-purpose trails, river access points for fishing and canoeing, and the River Center, a historic house featuring river exhibits, a short trail, picnic areas, and amenities like restrooms. The Trust also offers programs in conservation, education, and recreation. The organization focuses on the preservation of 6,000 acres, with 4,000 already protected. The Trust has been instrumental in habitat restoration efforts in the region and has brought millions of dollars into the community through various projects. A major expansion of the Parkway’s trail system is currently in planning stages, set to add over two miles of new multi-purpose trails, spur trails, and additional river access points. To learn more about the San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust and their initiatives, you can visit their website at riverparkway.org.