April Community Camino

April 11, 2026

9:00am – 11:00am

Join us on April 11 as we walk from Mission San Juan Capistrano to Mission San José, taking in the quiet beauty of the San Antonio River along the way. As spring unfolds around us, the trail comes alive with fresh growth, open skies, and the simple rhythm of walking together. It’s a chance to step outside the noise, enjoy nature, and share a peaceful, refreshing journey with fellow pilgrims.

  • Check in at 9 am at Mission San Juan, 9101 Graf Road, San Antonio, TX 78214.
  • Walk begins at 9:20 am.
  • Prayer time in the Sacred Space is from 9 to 9:20 am.
  • Please park in the Mission San Jose parking lot. Parking is free.
  • This will be a one way walk to Mission San Jose Pilgrims can choose to walk back, take Via bus route #42, or secure a rideshare.
  • Total walking time is about 1 hour, and the guided tour will last 15 minutes at each Mission.
  • Please bring a refillable water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
  • This event is free, but registration is required. Register below.

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Important

The San Antonio summers can be brutally hot. Parts of the trail have no shade and temperatures are often over 100 degrees.

  • Begin your walk early. Temperatures can reach 100 degrees by noon.
  • Know your limits. Prepare for sun and heat. Wear sunscreen, hats, insect repellent and appropriate clothing and hiking shoes. Bring a first aid kit.
  • Heatstroke can kill. Wear appropriate clothing so you can adjust to temperature changes.
  • Drink plenty of water. Your body loses fluid quickly when you are on the trail. Bring a quart of water per hour of activity. Eat a salty snack to maintain energy and avoid illness.

By registering for the El Camino de San Antonio pilgrimage, you are accepting the risks associated with walking the El Camino Trail. You may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent in walking the pilgrimage trail and cannot be eliminated and may result in serious injury or even death.

By submitting this form, and with full knowledge of these dangers, I hereby agree for myself and my family to RELEASE El Camino de San Antonio Inc. and the Archdiocese of San Antonio from liability, claims, demands or any causes of action and assume the risk and full responsibility for any personal injuries, including injuries resulting in death, which might occur. I agree to be solely responsible for my own safety and to take every precaution to provide for my own safety and well-being while participating in the El Camino de San Antonio pilgrimage.

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