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 ActivityWinter Ramble at Rancho
Monday, February 8, 2027
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, February 10, 2027
10:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve5
Guided ActivityWatershed Beauty
Thursday, February 11, 2027
9:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve4
Guided ActivityIn Search of Western Leatherwood
Friday, February 12, 2027
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5
Guided ActivityLoving the Land
Saturday, February 13, 2027
8:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve9.75
Guided ActivityWeird Valentine
Sunday, February 14, 2027
10:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve2
Guided ActivityRide the Redwoods
Sunday, February 14, 2027
10:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve9
Guided ActivitySan Andreas Fault Exploration Hike
Sunday, February 14, 2027
1:00 pm
Los Trancos Preserve2.5
Guided ActivitySteep, Green & Alive
Monday, February 15, 2027
8:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve6
Guided ActivityWild Blossoms & Local History
Tuesday, February 16, 2027
1:00 pm
Pulgas Ridge Preserve3

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