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: Chaparral Adventure
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
10:30 am
St. Joseph's Hill Preserve4
Guided Activity Sunrise Series: Equinox Awakening
Friday, March 20, 2026
6:10 am
Sierra Azul Preserve5.25
Guided ActivityMy Gall Friday
Friday, March 20, 2026
9:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve4
Guided ActivityEquinox at Turtle Rock
Friday, March 20, 2026
4:00 pm
Long Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityWWW: Wildflowers, Wandering & Wine
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityGeocaching Hike
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10:00 am
Los Trancos Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityMorning Meander: Newts to Nutmegs
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
10:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve2
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, March 26, 2026
9:00 am
Saratoga Gap Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityDon't Look Up - Spring Edition
Saturday, March 28, 2026
9:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityLittle Naturalists
Monday, March 30, 2026
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve1.5

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