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 ActivityA Cool Summer Retreat
Friday, June 12, 2026
10:00 am
Long Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityButterflies of Sierra Azul
Friday, June 12, 2026
10:00 am
Sierra Azul Preserve5
Guided ActivityTry Your Hand at Nature Journaling
Sunday, June 14, 2026
9:30 am
Skyline Ridge Preserve0.5
Guided ActivitySentinel in the Sky
Sunday, June 14, 2026
1:00 pm
Sierra Azul Preserve0.25
Guided ActivityFlowers: Up Close & Personal
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
9:00 am
Ravenswood Preserve3
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Chestnut Blooms Abuzzing
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
10:30 am
Long Ridge Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityDon't Look Up - Summer Edition
Friday, June 19, 2026
9:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve5
Guided ActivityHistory on Two Wheels
Saturday, June 20, 2026
9:15 am
Fremont Older Preserve10
Guided ActivitySummer Solstice at Audrey's Way
Sunday, June 21, 2026
5:00 pm
Russian Ridge Preserve6
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, June 25, 2026
9:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve4.75

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