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 Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve5
Guided ActivityHabitat Restoration & Interpretive Hike
Saturday, October 17, 2026
9:00 am
Saratoga Gap Preserve4
Guided Activity"The Hills are Alive” Afternoon Loop
Saturday, October 17, 2026
2:00 pm
Long Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityNight Sky Journey
Saturday, October 17, 2026
6:30 pm
Skyline Ridge Preserve0.25
Guided ActivityRamble at Rancho
Monday, October 19, 2026
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve7
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Bayside Birding
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
10:30 am
Ravenswood Preserve3
Guided ActivityHorseshoe Lake to Alpine Pond
Thursday, October 22, 2026
10:00 am
Skyline Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivitySunset Serenity
Saturday, October 24, 2026
3:00 pm
Russian Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityAutumnal Beauty Loop Hike
Sunday, October 25, 2026
8:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve7.5
Guided ActivityRide the Views from Gap to Gully
Sunday, October 25, 2026
9:30 am
Saratoga Gap Preserve13.5

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