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 ActivityExplorer Hike: Nutmegs and Ferns of Red Mountain
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
10:30 am
Long Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityWater Wonders
Friday, June 5, 2026
10:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve6.5
Guided ActivityHike to Black Mountain
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve7
Guided ActivityTectonic Bike Ride
Sunday, June 7, 2026
9:30 am
Monte Bello Preserve8
Guided ActivityEarthquake Trivia
Sunday, June 7, 2026
2:00 pm
Los Trancos Preserve2
Guided ActivityRedwood Ramble
Monday, June 8, 2026
9:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve5.5
Guided ActivitySpectacular Seeds
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve3
Guided ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve5
Guided ActivityHistory Hike: Martin & Schilling
Thursday, June 11, 2026
9:00 am
Thornewood Preserve4
Guided ActivitySigns of Summer
Thursday, June 11, 2026
9:00 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve2.75

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