Hikers in Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve / photo by Lanette Otvos

Spring Explorations

Monday, April 27, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Monte Bello Preserve
Approximate Total Miles
4

Our winter rains bring green hills, new growth, and spring flowers. Get outside and see what you can find in this moderately paced, open-ended exploration along the White Oak and Canyon trails. Join Docents Ann McCarty, Marie Faust Evitt, and Nick Yatsko to traverse both grasslands and creekside canyon habitats while on the lookout for signs of spring. Bring your curiosity, observations skills, and binoculars if you want a close-up look at a flower without having to bend over. Bring a snack for a short break.

Where to Meet

Meet at the Monte Bello Parking Area on Page Mill Road (across from Los Trancos Preserve), 7 miles west of I-280 or 1.5 miles east of Skyline Boulevard. Those traveling from I-280 on Page Mill Rd. should allow approximately 35 minutes travel time.

To ensure your experience on a docent naturalist outing is enjoyable please review these activity guidelines.

For more information about trail characteristics for this event, check out the Midpen Trail Explorer app. To learn more about ADA accommodations for events, or make an inquiry with the ADA coordinator, visit our Accessibility page.

If your activity requires registration, please be sure to cancel your reservation (from your confirmation email) if you are no longer able to attend so others can participate.

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