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 ActivityNational "Take a Hike Day" Dog Hike
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
12:30 pm
Windy Hill Preserve7
Guided ActivityReturn to the Green
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
9:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve5.25
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Annual Turkey Trot
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
10:30 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5
Guided ActivitySawmills to Seminary to Open Space
Thursday, November 19, 2026
9:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve3.5
Guided ActivitySigns of Fall – Afternoon Edition
Friday, November 20, 2026
1:00 pm
Pulgas Ridge Preserve4.25
Guided ActivityCounting Banana Slugs!
Saturday, November 21, 2026
9:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve2
Guided ActivityFall & Winter Berries
Saturday, November 21, 2026
12:00 pm
Windy Hill Preserve2
Guided ActivityManzanita Morning Hike
Sunday, November 22, 2026
9:00 am
St. Joseph's Hill Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityFull Moon on Black Mountain
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
3:00 pm
Monte Bello Preserve6
Guided ActivityFerns & Other Ancient Plants
Saturday, November 28, 2026
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve3.5

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