Hikers enjoying sunset sky at Monte Bello Preserve

Docent-Led Activities

Sunset hikers at Monte Bello Preserve (Karl Gohl)

All Midpen guided activities are developed and provided by docent naturalists who have completed an extensive training program. Our docents volunteer their time to share knowledge and enthusiasm with you about the natural and cultural history of Midpen preserves. All guided activities are FREE and only some require reservations – please click on a specific activity title to determine if reservations are needed. The system will accept reservations two weeks in advance of an activity date and allows a maximum of 4 people per reservation. Please be sure to cancel your reservation (from your confirmation email) if you are no longer able to attend so others can participate.

Heavy rain cancels hike activities unless otherwise noted in the description.

To learn more about ADA accommodations for events, or make an inquiry with the ADA coordinator, visit our Accessibility page.

TitleDate Sort descending CategoryPreserveMiles
Guided ActivityCoffee & Spice: A Natural and Cultural History
Wednesday, February 17, 2027
10:00 am
Thornewood Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Winter in Rancho
Wednesday, February 17, 2027
10:30 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5
Guided ActivityChaparral Adventure
Thursday, February 18, 2027
9:30 am
St. Joseph's Hill Preserve4
Guided ActivityWinter Qigong & the Water Element Hike
Friday, February 19, 2027
12:30 pm
Windy Hill Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityWonders of Cherry Springs
Saturday, February 20, 2027
9:35 am
Sierra Azul Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityFull Moon on Black Mountain
Saturday, February 20, 2027
4:00 pm
Monte Bello Preserve5
Guided ActivityTails & Twilight Trails
Sunday, February 21, 2027
5:00 pm
Fremont Older Preserve3
Guided ActivityMorning Meander: Meadow to Farm
Wednesday, February 24, 2027
10:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve2
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, February 25, 2027
9:30 am
St. Joseph's Hill Preserve4.5
Guided ActivitySlimy Sojourn
Friday, February 26, 2027
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve3.5

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