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 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
Guided ActivityFull Moon on Black Mountain
Sunday, October 25, 2026
4:00 pm
Monte Bello Preserve6
Guided ActivityFull Moonrise from Borel Hill
Monday, October 26, 2026
4:00 pm
Russian Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityTrees & Friends
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
9:30 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, October 29, 2026
9:30 am
Russian Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivitySigns of Fall
Friday, October 30, 2026
9:00 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve4.25
Guided ActivityHalloween & Hiking Hounds
Saturday, October 31, 2026
10:30 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve2.5

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