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 ActivityScenic Amble Between Lake and Pond
Friday, October 24, 2025
10:00 am
Skyline Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityVistas & Vaqueros
Saturday, October 25, 2025
9:00 am
Russian Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityAutumn on the Trail
Saturday, October 25, 2025
9:30 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve3
Guided ActivityCloverdale Ranch: Midpen's Newest Preserve
Saturday, October 25, 2025
10:30 am
Cloverdale Ranch Preserve4
Guided ActivityHistory on Two Wheels
Sunday, October 26, 2025
8:45 am
Fremont Older Preserve11
Guided ActivityRamble at Rancho
Monday, October 27, 2025
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve7
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, October 30, 2025
9:30 am
La Honda Creek Preserve5
Guided ActivityThe Raven at Windy Hill
Saturday, November 1, 2025
8:30 am
Windy Hill Preserve2
Guided ActivityWaterwheel Downhill Ride
Saturday, November 1, 2025
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve17
Guided ActivityEarthquake Walk
Sunday, November 2, 2025
1:00 pm
Los Trancos Preserve2

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